Selling Services卖房服务

Selling plans at a glance

We offer two flexible commission plans for residential properties. Both are "no sale, no fee".

Plans may change without notice. Our current terms were last updated August 1, 2024, so please confirm with us.

Part 1

Our services

A range of professional real estate services to help you sell your property efficiently and profitably.

1. Free home evaluationA free, professional evaluation to assess your property's value accurately, plus expert advice on how to enhance it. Have any real estate questions? We are here to help.
2. Market analysisUsing a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), we look at similar properties in your area and market trends over the past 6 to 12 months. With government assessments, renovations, current condition and your urgency to sell in mind, we suggest the most competitive listing price.
3. Pre-listing preparationCleaning and decluttering, staging and enhancing the visual appeal, and minor repairs and maintenance, so your property leaves a lasting first impression.
4. Marketing and promotionWe promote on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and on platforms such as WeChat and Weibo, to reach a broad range of buyers and speed up your sale.
5. Professional photographyHigh-quality photography and precise property measurements, plus design, printing and distribution of property brochures.
6. Open houseWeekly open houses of at least two hours, so potential buyers can view your property in person.
7. 24/7 availabilityRound-the-clock support so no opportunity is missed. Every interested buyer is a priority.
8. Expert negotiationWe monitor competing properties, assess market conditions in real time and adjust strategy to secure the highest possible price.
9. Contract signing supportWe explain the details of the contract carefully so nothing is overlooked, and make sure the terms are clear and protect your interests.
10. Flexible commission plansChoose the plan that best fits your needs and maximizes your return. Contact us today to get started.

Part 2

Commission plans in detail

Plan A

• MLS listing contract: 6 months.
• Commission: negotiable.
• Services included: full-service home sale support, including open houses and viewing appointments.
• No sale, no fee: if your property does not sell within 6 months, you pay no fees.
• Successful sale: a $550 CAD administrative fee is deducted from the commission.
• Strata: if your property is a strata property, you are responsible for the document ordering fee.

Plan B

• MLS listing contract: 3 months.
• Commission: based on the BC standard commission structure.
• No sale, no fee: if your property does not sell within 3 months, you pay no fees.
• Successful sale: no $550 CAD administrative fee.
• Strata: sellers are not required to reimburse document ordering fees.

Additional information

• Residential properties only.
• Early termination: you may end the listing contract at any time without fees. For strata properties, only the document ordering fee applies.
• Buyer's agent commission: the seller pays it, following BC standard rates: 7% on the first $100,000 of the sale price and 2.5% on the balance. It is typically split 53.5% to the seller's agent and 46.5% to the buyer's agent.

Part 3

What it costs to sell

Illustration only. Under Plan A the commission is negotiable and a $550 fee applies on sale.

Other costs to plan for

• Lawyer or notary fees to complete the sale.
• Paying out your mortgage, which may include a prepayment penalty.
• Strata documents, if you are selling a condo or townhouse.
• Cleaning, staging and minor repairs.
• Tax: the gain on your principal residence is generally not taxed, but the sale must be reported on your tax return. Selling within two years of buying may trigger the BC Home Flipping Tax, and rental or investment properties can have capital gains tax. See our Real Estate Tax page.

Part 4

The selling process

1. Evaluate and priceFree evaluation and a CMA to set a competitive price. See our Market Report.
2. Choose a plan and sign the listing contractPlan A or Plan B.
3. Prepare and photographClean, declutter, stage and photograph the home.
4. List and promoteMLS, WeChat, Weibo and printed brochures.
5. Showings and open housesWeekly open houses and private viewings.
6. Review offers and negotiateWe compare price, deposit, dates and conditions, not only the highest number.
7. Remove conditionsThe buyer completes financing, inspection and strata document review. Most BC buyers also have a 3-business-day right to cancel after an accepted offer, which costs them 0.25% of the price.
8. Completion and possessionYour lawyer or notary handles the paperwork and funds, and you hand over the keys.