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It has been recognised for some time that there are four prices in the market: ** The Sellers price ** The Agents price ** The Valuation price ** The Buyers price The buyers price is the only “opinion” that will ultimately create a sale. To sell successfully, the question you should ask your prospective salesperson […]

Unless properties are individually inspected, rateable values can be a little erratic. Whoever does the rateable values in your area simply doesn’t have the resources to visit every property when rateable values are due for reassessment. Therefore there has to be some sort of in-house assessment, done with the help of a computer. The problem […]

Reporting of the current property market has raised concerns.  Some people are not comfortable listing their property for sale as they have to buy in the same market. If you are buying & selling around the same time and under similar market conditions, then the state of the market is almost irrelevant. It’s often been […]

One of the most stressful situations facing any home seller is finding that the offers on their property fall short of their expectations. The good news is that many vendors achieve a sale price they are ultimately happy with – which is not the same necessarily as getting what they first hoped for. Many find […]

In any market, homes need a defining appeal.   So if you are considering selling, embrace summer’s seasonal ambience to inject the ‘wow’ factor into your property. Remember to let your home be as spontaneous as the season. Arrange bright throws and pillows around the lounge room. A sheer look for window treatments, such as soft […]

Sellers look for quality and value in an agent.  Is the agent a true professional, is the agent skilled and a good negotiator, is the agent part of a team of experienced salespeople? A true professional salesperson, particularly in a tight market, is invaluable. The question you should ask a prospective salesperson is not “what’s […]

Typically, when setting a price, home owners are tempted to ask for a high price with a view to negotiating down with a potential buyer? Make no mistake; we also want you to get the best possible price for your property. However, when a home is priced too high for the market the following is […]

When the time comes to price your home for sale, you may be tempted to start with the price you paid for it, add in a healthy mark up and leave it at that. Unfortunately this will not give you an accurate selling price however listening to the market will give you a figure which […]

Selling the home you’re living in before buying another one is the financially safe option in most circumstances. Selling first means you know exactly how much you are getting for your current property and correspondingly how much you can spend on the new one. Finance is more straightforward because all figures are known and stress […]

Most people use a Real Estate Agent to sell their property instead of privately, but why should you? An agent’s local knowledge of the market allows them to value your property accurately and realistically.  They will be able to substantiate why your home will sell, the type of buyers that might be interested in it […]

It is no coincidence that top agents are passionate about achieving the very best results for their clients.  That’s why they are top agents.  The best buyers for a property usually pop up in the first 30 days that it is on the market.  After that ‘golden month’, interest tends to wane. There are two […]

Tip#1     What’s your budget? It seems like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised how many buyers don’t start by figuring out how much money they have to spend on their house purchase. It’s easy to show up at open homes and fall in love, but why waste time looking at homes that are out of […]

Bathrooms often become our sanctuary from the pressures of our daily lives, a place where we can relax with a hot shower or soak in the tub and forget about the worries of the world. If you’re thinking of renovating your bathroom, here are a few tips. Consider who will be using the room and […]

Make or break!  The kitchen is the one room that can help or hinder a sale.  It is usually one of the most  expensive rooms in any house.  An update doesn’t necessarily mean a total re-fit, there are some small things you can do to make your kitchen more appealing. Clear the clutter!   If you […]

We have found that houses with good gardens tend to get more interest. If one of the selling factors for a property is a garden then if it’s presented well it can have a significant positive effect on the sale price but if it’s neglected, a garden can affect a property’s price. The return on […]

If you want to put your home on the market in spring, it’s time to get ready!  There are lots of easy ways to make your home appealing to potential buyers.  Here are some ideas: Walk through your property and list anything that needs tidying or repairing.  Ask your real estate professional which jobs are […]

Be brave and be different, and just maybe that sale may come sooner than you think, giving you the opportunity to be buying as a cash buyer just as all the new Spring listings hit the market. It’s been our experience that new property listings tend to start to come onto the market in spring. […]

Our agents will price a property only after careful assessment and analysis of recent sales in your area, anticipated market movements and the current market climate. The actual sale price may well exceed our forecast. However we believe our initial quoting range should incorporate your expected reserve and the price estimate. A property’s worth is […]

It’s pouring rain for the third weekend in a row and you are trying to sell your home. Don’t get discouraged – it’s easy to make your house look bright and cosy even on the darkest days of winter. – Invest in a few new pillows, throws and duvets in warm colours. – Kitchens and […]

Selling your home is a combination of emotion and hard financial decisions. Selecting the right salesperson: Using a qualified local salesperson to sell your home is the first step towards obtaining the right balance. A good salesperson can give you an accurate picture of the market, which will help you price your property realistically. They […]