Selling your home is one of the biggest financial moves you'll make — and the gap
between a good outcome and a great one usually comes down to strategy, not luck. Accurate
pricing, real preparation, and marketing that actually reaches buyers. That's how we sell
high, with far less stress along the way.
Not what a website algorithm guesses, and not what your neighbour says they got. Real value comes from recent comparable sales, your home's specific condition, and what buyers are paying right now in your area. I'll give you an honest number — even if it's not the one you were hoping for.
“Should I price high, or price right from the start?”
Pricing high to "leave room" almost always backfires. The most showings — and the best offers — arrive in the first two weeks. Price ahead of the market and you miss that window, then chase it down later from a weaker position. We price to attract, not to sit.
“What will I actually walk away with?”
Your sale price isn't your take-home. Commission, legal fees, your mortgage payout, and adjustments all come off the top. Before you list, I'll walk you through a clear net-proceeds estimate so you know your real number — no surprises at the lawyer's office.
“How will you actually market my home?”
Professional photo and video, full MLS® exposure syndicated across the major search portals, targeted social campaigns, and my own buyer network. Most buyers fall for a home online before they ever step inside — so we make those first impressions count.
Why Calgary Sellers Work With Me
Selling isn't listing. It's strategy.
Stuart Bartwicki · CIR Realty
Anyone can put your home on the MLS®. The difference is everything around it — the pricing, the preparation, and the negotiation that protect your bottom line.
I started my career as a teacher, and that's still how I work: I explain the why before the what. Why we price where we do, why we prepare the way we do, why a certain offer is stronger than a bigger number with shakier terms. When you understand the strategy, you make confident decisions — and confident sellers get better outcomes.
I believe in the Go-Giver approach: lead with value, be honest even when it isn't what you want to hear, and the results follow. Nearly a decade of selling Calgary homes has taught me that the agent who quotes you the highest price just to win the listing isn't doing you any favours. I'd rather give you the real number — and a real plan to beat it.
Selling Calgary homes since 2018 — nearly a decade
Former teacher — I explain the why, not just the what
Honest pricing and a clear plan — no pressure, no surprises
Here's exactly how I take your home from "thinking about selling" to sold — with accurate pricing, real preparation, and marketing that reaches the right buyers.
01
Accurate, Honest Pricing
We price using real comparable sales and current buyer demand — not wishful thinking. The right price from day one drives the most showings and the strongest offers.
02
Prepare & Stage to Sell
Small, strategic improvements and smart staging help your home show its best. I'll tell you what's worth doing — and what isn't — so you spend only where it counts.
03
Marketing That Reaches Buyers
Professional photo and video, full MLS® and portal syndication, social campaigns, and my buyer network put your home in front of the people most likely to buy it.
04
Showings & Honest Feedback
We make your home easy to see and gather real feedback from every showing, so we can read the market and adjust quickly if it's telling us something.
05
Negotiate From Strength
When offers arrive, I read more than the number — conditions, timelines, and buyer strength all matter. I negotiate terms that protect your bottom line.
06
A Smooth Close & Possession
From accepted offer to possession day, I keep conditions, paperwork, and timelines on track so nothing slips — and you hand over the keys with confidence.
It all starts with one number: what your home is worth today.
Today's buyers fall for a home online long before they walk through the door. My job is to make your home impossible to scroll past — then convert that attention into showings and real offers.
Professional Photography & Video
Magazine-quality stills, drone, and walkthrough video that make buyers stop scrolling and book a showing.
Maximum Online Exposure
A full MLS® listing syndicated to Realtor.ca and the major search portals — where the vast majority of buyers begin their search.
Targeted Social Campaigns
Your home promoted to active Calgary buyers on the platforms where they actually spend their time — not just posted and forgotten.
My Buyer Network & Open Houses
Direct outreach to my database of active buyers, plus well-run open houses that create urgency and competition.
Download Before you list: Calgary seller's pricing strategy
Featured Guide
The difference between a strong sale and a stale listing almost always comes down to one decision made before the sign goes up: price.
This free guide walks you through the exact pricing framework I use with every Calgary seller — how to read the comps that actually matter, how to position your home for the first 10 days on market (when buyers are watching closest), and how to avoid the two most common pricing mistakes that cost sellers thousands.
It's free, yours to keep, and there's no obligation.
Download Sellers Staging playbook
Featured Guide
The difference between a fast sale and a price reduction almost always comes down to one decision made before the photos are taken: how you present the home.
This free guide walks you through the exact staging framework I use with every Calgary seller — how to prioritize rooms for maximum buyer impact, what to remove, what to add, and how to present your home so buyers can see themselves living in it from the moment they walk through the door.
It's free, yours to keep, and there's no obligation.
Fantastic about communication. Was so positive about our, admittedly tired, property. Worked hard for us. Got us a great price. Very very happy.
— Craig Bothwell, Calgary Seller
Seller Questions · Calgary
Selling in Calgary FAQs
Through a comparative market analysis — recent sales of similar homes in your area, adjusted for your home's size, condition, upgrades, and location, then weighed against current buyer demand. Online estimates use broad algorithms and often miss what makes your home specific, so an in-person evaluation is far more accurate.
The main costs are real estate commission (a percentage, plus GST), legal/conveyancing fees (often around $1,500–$2,000), your remaining mortgage payout, and any adjustments. Alberta has no land transfer tax, which keeps closing costs lower than in many provinces. I'll prepare a net-proceeds estimate so you see your real take-home before you list.
Usually not. Overpricing tends to scare off the very buyers most likely to pay well, and homes get the most attention in their first two weeks on the market. Price too high and you miss that window, then often sell for less after a price drop. Pricing accurately from the start typically nets more, not less.
Yes, in most cases. Even light, strategic staging helps buyers picture themselves living there, and it photographs far better online — where nearly every buyer first sees your home. It doesn't have to be expensive; I'll point you to the changes that matter and tell you which ones to skip.
It depends on price, condition, location, and the current market. A well-priced, well-prepared home in demand can sell within days; others take weeks. The single biggest factor you control is pricing it right from the start. I'll give you a realistic timeline based on current data for your neighbourhood.
It depends on your finances, your timeline, and the market. Selling first gives you certainty about your budget and avoids carrying two homes; buying first means you won't scramble for somewhere to live, sometimes with bridge financing in between. There's no universal right answer — we'll choose the path that fits your situation and coordinate the dates.
Whether you're listing next month or just starting to wonder what your home is worth, I'm here to give you honest answers and a clear plan. No pressure, no obligation — just a real conversation about your goals and the smartest way to reach them.
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