Getting Friends to Spread the Word about Your Listing

When you list your home for sale, you want as many buyers as possible to find out about it. So consider how many friends, neighbours and work colleagues you have. Then think about how many people they know.

The number is likely in the hundreds. One of those people could be looking for a property just like yours.

That’s why getting your friends to spread the word about your listing is so effective. How do you do that?

One strategy is to have a moving party. This gives you an opportunity to ask your friends, as a group, to tell others about your listing.

You can also encourage your friends to bring a guest who is currently in the market for a new home.

Another good idea is to put a profile of your listing on Facebook. This is the fastest and most convenient way for your Facebook friends to point others to your listing.

Do you have friends who work at larger organizations like banks and factories? They probably have access to an employee lunch room with a bulletin board. You can spread the word by asking them to put up an information sheet on your listing.

Try one or more of these ideas. Combined with my marketing plan for you, they can help get more qualified buyers to your doorstep.

Want more tips on promoting your listing? Call me today 604.644.1044! 

I just SOLD this Townhouse, 18 3031 WILLIAMS ROAD, Seafair, Richmond

Walk to the Dyke in sought after EDGEWATER PARK. This bright 2 level 2 bedroom T/H is situated in a quiet location with no thru road. The home features: new laminate flooring, completely updated kitchens with new counters and back splash. High Efficiency furnace installed in 2010; Double glazed windows and patio doors. Bonus: There is a powder room on the main floor and a 5 piece bathroom with double vanity upstairs. This unit boasts plenty of space and storage. Proactive strata and the maintenance fee includes the City water. Family & pet friendly neighbourhood with outdoor pool, clubhouse and play areas for the kids. School Catchment: Dixon Elementary, and Hugh Boyd Secondary schools.

I just sold this House at 3100 REGENT STREET, Steveston Village, Richmond, Steveston Village.

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I just sold this Condo at 216 5700 Andrews Road, Steveston South, Richmond, BC Steveston South.

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I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 407 1146 HARWOOD STREET, West End VW, Vancouver West

THE LAMPLIGHTER - one of the West End's BEST & most coveted CONCRETE high-rises right in the heart of the Sunset Beach/Davie St neighbourhood. This 1 bdrm CORNER unit is located just 2 blocks from the beach, walking distance to Downtown, seawall, shopping & an abundance of restaurants. Tons of natural light with south & west exposure. Open balcony with city & partial water views. Includes a locker & parking is $35/month. Refurbished lobby & common areas, re-piped, renewed parking membrane and landscaping. No rental restrictions! Ideal for a first time home buyer or investor. Perfect turnkey MOVE IN READY home with ALL furniture included! Well managed building with proactive strata council and onsite caretaker. No pets allowed.

When you’re preparing your home for sale, it’s not unusual to need to
fix up a few things around the property. After all, you want your home
to look its best to buyers, so that you get good offers, quickly.

What do you need to fix? Here are three categories that will help you
create and prioritize your list.

1. Anything that squeaks or creaks.

Is there something in your home that makes a noise it shouldn’t be
making? Perhaps it’s a rattling closet door or a creaking floor board?
You may be so used to it you no longer notice the sound. But buyers
will. Be sure to get those items fixed.

2. Anything that’s unsightly.

You don’t have to make your home look perfect. However, things that
are unsightly will likely get buyers’ attention. You want them to focus
on the terrific features of your property, not the scuff on the wall.

Take a walk through your property, including the yard. Pretend you’re
the buyer. Do you notice anything that doesn’t look good? If so, tidy it
up, fix it up or replace it.

3. Anything that’s broken.

If there’s anything that needs repair — an outside tap that’s not
working, or a sliding door that regularly careens off its runner — call
the contractor or fix it yourself.

Getting these items fixed will go a long way toward making your
home appealing to buyers.

Want more tips on preparing your home for sale? Call me today 604-644-1044

OPEN HOUSE: SAT/SUN MAR 24/25 2PM TO 4PM
17 11391 7TH AVE, RICHMOND

I am proud to announce that this weekend, Mar 24th & 25th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM I will be hosting an Open House at unit 17 11391 7TH AVENUE in the Steveston Village neighborhood, Richmond. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Townhouse for sale in beautiful Steveston Village.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Steveston Village Townhouse for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604.644.1044 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

Alisa Sakamoto
REALTOR® RE/MAX WESTCOAST

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 17 11391 7TH AVENUE, Steveston Village, Richmond

Live the STEVESTON LIFESTYLE in this beautiful, fully upgraded 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2 STOREY townhome in MARINERS VILLAGE. This must -see property is bright & spacious at almost 1500 SF! Features a western exposed fully fenced in backyard - perfect for BBQ’s. Unbeatable location just steps to the club house with an indoor pool, sauna & whirlpool for year round enjoyment! Conveniently located within walking distance to the dyke, Garry Point Park & The Village. Fabulous open concept kitchen w/ S/S appl, granite counters and lots of storage inside & out. Good sized dining & living room – great for entertaining! 3 large bdrms w/ vaulted ceilings! The perfect FAMILY HOME you won’t want to miss. Move in ready! 

I just SOLD this House, 11411 WILLIAMS ROAD, Ironwood, Richmond

Quality home with custom build. The thoughtful layout of this well kept 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths home, featuring all high end finishings. Spacious kitchen, S/S appliances, granite counters, European tiling, radiant heating, and well designed walk-in closet off the master. Three separate entrance for multi family or mortgage helper. Conveniently located close to schools, transit, amenities and shopping! School Catchment: Kingswood Elementary, McNair Secondary.

FIRST OPEN HOUSE: 507 2789 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam
SUNDAY, MARCH 12TH 2PM TO 4PM

I am proud to announce that this Mar 12th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM I will be hosting an Open House at 2789 SHAUGHNESSY STREET in the Central Port Coquitlam neighborhood. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Port Coquitlam.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Central Port Coquitlam Condo for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604.644.1044 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

Alisa Sakamoto
REALTOR® RE/MAX WESTCOAST

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 507 2789 SHAUGHNESSY STREET, Central Port Coquitlam

THE SHAUGHNESSY – the one & only CONCRETE high-rise at Lions Park. This great 1 bdrm offers a spacious open concept w/ 9' ceilings & oversized windows providing lots of natural light. Gourmet kitchen featuring quartz counters, soft close cabinets, breakfast bar, double under-mounted sinks & S/S appl. Nice balcony w/ views of Mt. Baker! Good sized bdrm w/ walk thru (complete with closet organizers) to the cheater ensuite. Superb amenities: concierge, rooftop garden patio w/ BBQ, yoga & theatre rm, gym, rec. rm w/ pool table & MORE! Conveniently located to recreation, schools, TRANSIT (Westcoast & Evergreen), parks/trails, shopping & restaurants. 1 storage + 1 parking. Rental & Pet friendly!