In this episode I sit down with my friend and trusted realtor Barbara Sitko-Kwapis to talk about the real estate truths homeowners need to hear. Barbara brings years of experience in sales marketing and project management and she shares honest insights about what today’s buyers really want and what sellers often get wrong.

We talk about the emotional side of selling your home the stress sellers face the misconceptions around “my house is the best” and why trust between a seller and their realtor matters more than ever.
Barbara breaks down:

• The 3 things she looks for the moment she enters a seller’s home
• Why curb appeal and first impressions are deal-breakers
• What buyers expect right now (and why move-in-ready matters)
• How staging creates the “magic” that makes buyers fall in love
• Where sellers should invest for the biggest return
• What choosing the right realtor actually looks like
• Why relationships and trust are the foundation of every successful sale

If you are a homeowner thinking about selling or a realtor wanting clearer language for guiding clients, this conversation will give you practical steps and real clarity.

If you have more questions for Barbara, you can reach her at (905) 716-5900 or visit her website at barbara@ilovemyjob.ca

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