Frequently Asked Questions
Real Estate Edition
1. Do I have to pay a realtor if I’m buying a home in Saint John?
No! In most cases, the seller covers the realtor commission. As a buyer, you get professional guidance, access to listings, and negotiation support at no extra cost.
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2. How much does it cost to sell my home in Saint John?
Selling a home typically involves a realtor commission, which is a percentage of your home’s sale price. This includes marketing, negotiations, and support throughout the process. Homes that are staged professionally often sell faster and for higher prices. Something I offer standard when preparing your home for sale.
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3. How long does it take to sell a home in Saint John, Rothesay, Quispamsis, Hampton or surrounding areas?
On average, homes in the Saint John area sell within 30–90 days when priced and marketed correctly. Staging, professional photography, and strategic marketing can help your home sell more quickly.
4. What is the home buying process in Saint John?
Typical steps include:
Mortgage pre-approval ( I have a great contact for you )
Ill setup and start the search for your home in the Saint John, Rothesay, or Quispamsis or desired area
Next we will get started touring homes that are a good fit!
When we find one we love, we will submit an offer and negotiate the best terms
Finalize the conditions and terms we included in our offer
Closing and moving , AKA Best Day Ever!
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5. Should I stage my home before selling?
Yes! Staging highlights your home’s best features, helping it sell faster and at a higher price. As a realtor with staging expertise, I provide guidance to ensure your home looks its best. When we required I have items I can bring into your home to spruce it up! It is your homes time to shine, naturally we want to make it glow!
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6. How do I know what my Saint John home is worth?
A comparative market analysis (CMA) looks at recent sales, market trends, and your home’s features to set a competitive price and attract qualified buyers. There are a few factors that go into pricing your home like location, size, layout etc. I come with tons of experience pricing homes that will help you sell fast but also net the most. Afterall your home is typically your largest investment, let’s make the most of it.
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7. Can I buy and sell a home at the same time?
Yes! Coordinating the sale of your current home with purchasing a new one in the Saint John, Rothesay, Quispamsis and surrounding area is possible. A skilled realtor ensures smooth timing, negotiations, and financing. This is not the easiest approach but it is certainly not impossible, and I have some tried and tested methods to make this happen easier for you.
8. What’s the first step to buy or sell a home in Saint John?
The first step is to schedule a consultation with me. We’ll discuss your goals, timeline, and create a tailored plan.
I promise to make this journey extremely knowledgeable, seamless, and FUN! After all this is a really exciting time. Without the right REALTOR on your side you could end up feeling like you’re on a rollercoaster, and not the kind you want to immediately jump back in line for.
I cannot wait to hear from you and to get started today!
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9. Do I need a mortgage pre-approval before house hunting?
While not required, getting pre-approved helps you know your budget, strengthens your offer, and allows you to act quickly on the right property. When we head into an offer we will need to get our financing condition taken care of in usually 8-14 days, being already pre-approved puts us in a comfortable timeline to effectively meet that timeline.
10. Why choose me as your local realtor in Saint John, Rothesay, Quispamsis or surrounding area?
Local expertise matters. I know the Saint John real estate market, school districts, and neighborhoods. I have raised my children here, built a life enjoying the area, and know where all the go to spots are. My combination of real estate guidance and design/staging expertise ensures a smooth and successful experience. I have access to every house on the market, and at times, options you cannot see on the market publicly listed. Lastly, this isn’t just a transaction, it’s a relationship. We are going to be side by side for one of the biggest moves and decisions of your life and there is no one out there that will out care me. We’re in this together!