Seller's Guide

Peace Of Mind When Selling

When your family grows, your home should too.

Life changes—and so do your needs. Whether you’re upsizing for a growing family or downsizing to simplify, selling your home is a big step. With Philip’s local expertise in Waterdown, Burlington, and surrounding areas, you can trust that your move will be smooth, strategic, and stress-free. That’s where working with an experienced, local agent like Philip Hollett can make all the difference. With deep knowledge of Waterdown, Burlington, and the surrounding areas, Philip helps homeowners sell on their terms—efficiently, and with confidence.

1. How You Present Your Home Matters

Buyers form opinions quickly. A well-prepared, well-presented home attracts more interest and better offers.

That’s why every sale starts with a plan to show your home at its absolute best:

Professional Staging & Photography:

Creating that “wow” factor online and in person.

Smart Pre-Sale Updates:

Knowing which small fixes can boost your home’s value—and which ones aren’t worth the effort.

Attention to Detail:

From curb appeal to lighting, the little things add up.

Not sure what your home needs? I’ll walk through with you and point out exactly what will make the biggest impact.

2. The Right Buyers Need to See It

Listing your home is one thing—getting it in front of motivated buyers is another.

Philip’s approach is targeted and data-driven:

Online Marketing:

Reaching the right people through social media, property websites, and digital ads.

Local Network:

Years of experience in the area means connections to buyers and other agents who are actively looking.

Community Focus:

 Understanding what buyers in Waterdown, Burlington, and nearby towns are searching for—and making sure your home stands out.

Selling soon? Let’s talk about how to get your home seen by the right people.

3. Pricing and Negotiation: Getting It Right

Pricing your home correctly from the start drives interest and can lead to stronger offers. Overpricing can leave your home sitting; underpricing means leaving money on the table.

Philip combines local market data with insight into buyer behavior to recommend a pricing strategy that works.

And when offers come in? You’ll have a skilled negotiator working to secure the best terms, while keeping the process as smooth as possible.

Thinking about listing? Let’s get your pricing right from day one.

Step By Step

Selling your home is a big decision that can feel exciting yet overwhelming. With Phillip by your side, you’ll have a trusted partner who prioritizes your needs and makes every step of the process clear and efficient.

1

Understanding Your Goals

We’ll start with a conversation about what matters most to you—timeline, price, next steps.

2

Preparing the Home

From decluttering to staging, we’ll get your home ready to impress.

3

Marketing Plan

Listings, social media, and outreach—tailored to your home and the buyers we want to attract.

4

Showings

Scheduled to work with your life, while making sure your home is accessible to buyers.

5

Reviewing Offers

When the offers come, we’ll break everything down together so you can make the best choice.

6

Closing

We’ll stay on top of the details to ensure a smooth finish.

First Time Selling?

Selling for the first time can feel like a lot. You’re making big decisions, and it’s natural to feel unsure.

Philip makes the process easy to understand, and you’ll always know what’s happening next. You’ll get clear advice and honest guidance, so you can sell with confidence.

Thinking about your first sale? Let’s walk through it together.

Downsizing? Let’s Make the Move Simple

Thinking about something smaller, with less upkeep? Downsizing can be a great move—but selling a longtime home can feel like a lot to handle.

Philip works closely with downsizers to make the transition smooth:

Maximizing Your Sale: We’ll look at small improvements that can boost your home’s value before listing.

Finding Your Next Home: Whether it’s a condo, bungalow, or a place that’s just easier to manage, we’ll find something that fits your lifestyle.

Making It Easier: From decluttering tips to handling every step of the sale, Philip will help simplify the process.

Let’s talk about your next move.

Ready to Talk?

Every sale is different, and every home has its own story. Whether you’re planning a move soon or just starting to think about it, I’m here to answer your questions and offer honest advice.

Let’s find out what your home is worth—and start planning from there.

What My Clients Say

Testimonials

Don't just take our word for it. 

Read what families in Waterdown, Burlington, and surrounding areas are saying about their experience with Philip Hollett.

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Working with Philip and his team has been absolutely seamless. Philip not only provides great advice, but he takes the time to educate and inform his clients... Continue Reading

Angela Moreau
“We are so grateful and highly recommend working with Philip Hollett Real Estate.”
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So grateful to Philip and his team for making the sale of our home as painless and successful as possible. These folks don't just check a bunch of boxes as they work with you to help you sell your place... Continue Reading

John Lepp
“Thanks to this team for helping us sell our house in less than 24hrs at 100% of our asking price.”
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Throughout our home-selling and buying process, Philip, Jordon and Chantal were amazing. We had a wonderful experience working with them. Their professionalism and dedication were... Continue Reading

Dorin and Mia
“We highly recommend Philip’s team to anyone looking for a reliable and efficient real estate agent!  ”
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Philip and Chantal have been so helpful in helping us find the right home and settle in seamlessly. We found them through our work colleague who gave Philip as a reference... Continue Reading

Christina K
“Philip was a pleasure to work with and was helpful in knowing what to look for when purchasing a home.”
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Philip is an outstanding realtor who truly cares about his clients. We first met him when he worked with my parents through the purchase and sale of two homes... Continue Reading

Katie Carlson
“Philip knows his stuff cold, is thoughtful and diligent, and he and Chantel are genuinely wonderful people to boot.”
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As first time buyers, Philip and Jordon sat down with us to walk us through the home buying process and what to expect (and some often hidden costs). For our house search itself, Jordon was our realtor... Continue Reading

Nick Eakins
“We had a great experience with Philip and Jordon. ”
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I have had the pleasure of working with Philip and his team on two separate occasions in the past year. Philip is very knowledgeable and provides insight into all aspects of buying and selling a house... Continue Reading

Franca Haley
“He is friendly, easy to talk to and always has your best interest in the forefront.”
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Philip Hollett broker, the best real estate company we have dealt with. Very professional, experienced and helpful team. Philip Hollett listed our house and with 2 weeks, we sold it at asking price... Continue Reading

Nora Arman publisher Chshitko
“We recommend Philip Hollett broker to anyone who is looking to buy or sell!!!”
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We first met Philip about 8 years ago at an open house he was showing. Though we didn’t buy that house as it wasn’t for us, we really enjoyed Philip’s honesty and knowledge of the housing market in the GTHA... Continue Reading

Marc T11
“Since that open house we have bought and sold two houses with Phil”
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Philip recently sold our home for us.  The entire process was handled very professionally by both Philip and his team.  Philip initially counselled us on initial price expectations... Continue Reading

Jim Jefferson
“Trish and I are delighted with the outcome! We highly recommend Phil and his team to anyone thinking of listing their home”

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