Pre-Listing Appraisals in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area
Before you list, or when selling to family or without an agent, know what your home is really worth. We provide an independent, certified value with no commission riding on it, usually within 2–3 days.
- Value as of
- Today
- Who relies on it
- You, your buyer, your family
- Turnaround
- 2–3 days after inspection
- Signed by
- P.App., CRA
A designated residential appraiser, certified by the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC)
Who This Is For
- Sellers who want an independent number before choosing a list price
- Families selling a home to a relative at a fair price
- Owners selling privately, without an agent
- Anyone who wants to check an agent's suggested price
Why an Independent Value Helps
An agent's price opinion is useful, but it comes from someone hoping to win your listing. An appraisal comes from someone with nothing to gain from the price. For family sales it also matters at tax time: selling below fair market value to a relative can have tax consequences, so a supported value protects everyone.
What's in the Report
- Fair market value as of today
- Comparable sales, with adjustments explained
- Description of the home, its condition and the neighbourhood
- Photos, and the market conditions at the time
- Prepared to the Canadian Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (CUSPAP)
How It Works
- Request a quote with the address.
- We confirm your fee in writing within one business day.
- We inspect the home inside and out.
- You receive the signed PDF report, typically in 2–3 days.
What We'll Need from You
- Property address
- Access to the home for the inspection
- Recent renovations or upgrades, with rough dates and costs if you have them
- Any known issues, so the value reflects the real condition
Common Questions from Sellers
Will an appraisal tell me what to list at?
It tells you the fair market value. Many sellers list at or near it; your strategy is up to you.
Is this the same as a bank appraisal?
It uses the same standards, but it's prepared for you rather than for a lender.
Do I need to clean or stage first?
No. Normal tidiness is fine. We value the home, not the furniture.
Can my buyer see the report?
Yes, you can share it with anyone you like.
Thinking of selling?
Send the address, and you'll have your exact fee in writing within one business day.