Buying off the plan is a tempting prospect, especially in a rising market. You’ll buy at today’s prices with a 10 per cent deposit and then reap the rewards of higher value when construction is finished. Two types of buyer really benefit from this arrangement. If you’re seeking a new home with lifestyle benefits, it…
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If you’re making a list of the attributes you want from your next real estate agent, consider this recent research from CoreLogic. CoreLogic surveyed sellers to find the most valuable skills and behavioural traits in top performing agents. They found that while the gender of your agent made no discernible difference to the final outcome,…
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Nothing fires the imagination of a buyer than recognising the potential of your property. When that magic happens, you can be confident of attaining an optimum price and dodging the distress of your property staying on the market longer than anticipated. Styling a property, also known as home staging, is a great way to inspire…
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One of the features often neglected in selling a home is the garden. As your real estate agent, it is always great to highlight a garden as it offers a fabulous, relaxing lifestyle for the next owners. You can add thousands of dollars to the valuation of your home by updating your garden. Buyers love…
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Despite your diligence, you’ll never know whether you’ve chosen the right real estate agent until you see them in action. And when you do, how do you know they were the best choice? A great agent displays several traits that set them apart from the pack. A focus on their client – you – is…
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The marketing plan presented by your agent reveals their strategic approach to selling your property. Advertising is not a perfect science and is always constrained by the likely return on investment. You should consider a minimum spend of $2000 (agents: edit as required) for a four-bedroom family home as a starting point to gain attention…
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An ability to set clear expectations will set the tone for a successful relationship with your real estate agent. Even after you’ve selected the agent from your top candidates, it is still important to dedicate time and effort into forging a mutual understanding. Communication is a two-way street and your role in this relationship is…
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Property is your most valuable asset. So when the time comes to put it on the market, the most important of all decisions is how to approach the sales process. There are two options for how you sign up your agent. You can choose to sign up with one agent exclusively or go with a…
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Downsizing from a detached home to an apartment is an alluring option for couples whose children have flown the nest. It is the perfect time to simplify your life and unlock disposable income. Bouncing off the walls of a large family home, with all the cleaning and maintenance it demands, can seem an expensive, time-consuming…
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Few decisions loom larger in our lives than choosing the right time to move into a retirement home. It is a personal decision at so many levels but still requires hard-thinking to make the right choice. Retirement villages have a substantial allure. They are built to make your life convenient, taking away the stress of…
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