Ep. 31 - Toronto Real Estate Unlocked: Why Some Homes Sell in Days—and Others Go Nowhere

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Host David Fleming tackles one of real estate’s biggest mysteries: why do some Toronto properties sell in the blink of an eye, while others gather dust? In this candid episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David reveals the little-known factors that can make or break a listing—from the power of skilled representation and strategic pricing to the emotional undercurrent that often pushes buyers to pay top dollar.
Whether you’re a seller aiming for a record-breaking sale or a buyer trying to decode a hotly contested market, this episode lays bare the truths about how, why, and by whom a property is best positioned to sell. If you’re ready to discover what really sets winning listings apart, this is an episode you won’t want to skip.
In This Episode

• The Real ‘Why’ – How understanding purpose (your “why”) can transform a simple listing into a market standout.
• Prepping to Sell – The critical steps most sellers skip, like deep cleaning, repairs, and proper staging—and why ignoring them can cost you big.
• Pricing & Strategy – The real value of thoughtful data analysis and why “the market sets the price” might be the wrong assumption.
• Agent Intangibles – How relationships, reputation, and even phone etiquette can mean the difference between multiple offers and no offers at all.
• Marketing That Works – Why your listing photos, virtual tours, and social media presence might matter more than you think.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction: Why some properties sell themselves (and why most don’t)
06:25 – The Power of ‘Why’: Lessons from Simon Sinek and how they apply to real estate
13:40 – Prep Done Right: The must-do checklist—from decluttering to painting
22:15 – Pricing & Strategy: When offer nights fail—and how to pivot
30:50 – Agent Factor: Negotiation, rapport, and the benefits of a solid network
38:05 – Marketing Essentials: Beyond the ‘For Sale’ sign—photos, floor plans, social media, and more
45:50 – Conclusions & Wrap-Up: David’s parting advice for buyers, sellers, and realtors

Don’t Miss

• David’s step-by-step breakdown of how to stage, paint, and repair for maximum impact
• The surprising story of two neighbors—and how one nailed every detail while the other ended up stuck
• Insights on how an agent’s reputation and communication style can single-handedly sway offers

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