Category: Seller

6 buyer behaviors that promise top-dollar for sellers

As a homeowner considering selling, it’s crucial to understand current market dynamics and buyer behaviors. While market conditions can fluctuate, certain buyer trends tend to emerge cyclically or persist over time. Recognizing these can help you position your property for maximum appeal and value. As your real estate agent, I’m here to help you navigate…
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Preparing to Sell in a Favorable Market

When market conditions favor sellers, it can be an excellent time to consider putting your home on the market. However, it’s important to approach this opportunity strategically and with careful planning. In a seller’s market, you may see increased buyer interest due to factors like favorable mortgage rates, limited housing inventory, and overall economic confidence.…
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9 tips to maximize value in a booming Spring market

The arrival of spring sunshine often brings increased interest from property buyers. Seasonal changes can influence the real estate market, with spring typically being a popular time for both buyers and sellers. To make the most of any market opportunity, it’s important to avoid common mistakes that could potentially reduce the value of your home.…
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It’s a great time to sell but make a plan for what comes next

When the property market favors sellers, it can be tempting to capitalize on the opportunity. However, homeowners considering selling should carefully weigh the consequences of such a decision. While a seller’s market can offer attractive prices, it’s crucial to look beyond the potential financial gain. Your property is likely your largest financial asset – and…
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Seven ways sellers can make a great first impression

You only get one chance to make a first impression – and that’s why curb appeal is so important when you are preparing to sell a house. Prospective buyers have been known to drive to a home, take one look and keep driving, having convinced themselves in a microsecond that this is not the property…
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Cleaning hacks to win the hearts of buyers

Working with my clients – walking through their homes during a buyer inspection or as part of a valuation before sale – I get to learn some pretty interesting cleaning hacks. Every smart homeowner knows it’s a good move to declutter and clean up before either a prospective buyer pays you a visit, or you…
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It’s a great time to sell and plan for what’s next

Property is currently a sellers market because demand for property is outstripping supply. This is supported by a stable and recovering economy, solid jobs market, historically low interest rates that appear locked in for at least the medium-term, plus an array of government subsidy and stamp duty discounts for first-time buyers.   The latest figures say…
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Five tips that make bath-buying easy

There’s plenty to think about when you start on a journey to renovate your bathroom or update items such as shower screen, vanity units and baths. A new-look bathroom can add thousands of dollars in value to your home, and it is one of the best ways to gain a return on investment when the…
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Five questions to ask before you upsize

Buying a larger home is one of the most significant financial decisions you’re ever likely to make. So, it’s important to make the right purchase for the right reasons. It’s a legitimate strategy to buy a bigger home to increase your investment in the property market. However, most are in the upsizing market to cope…
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Seven plays to improve the value of your home

Folks will say there are no guarantees in life, but when you’re spending hard-earned dollars on upgrading your property before a sale, you’ll want to know there’s going to be a pay back on your investment. The challenge for every homeowner is to decide whether the money is best spent. While you’ll find an opinion…
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