Should we buy or sell first?

Deciding whether to buy or sell first is not an easy decision; there are pros and cons to each option.

Your property is usually just one in a very long list of properties a buyer will see, so it’s crucial that they see it in the best possible light. The more desirable your property appears, the better your sale price is likely to be.  It’s important to make sure your property looks its best from the moment it goes onto the market. First impressions really do last when it comes to presenting your property for sale.

Putting a value on your property can sometimes be difficult when emotions and past expenditure come into play. This is why a professional agent’s opinion is so important.

Auctions are popular in the market at the moment and we suggest you familiarise yourself with the auction process. A standard residential property transaction is known as a Private Treaty sale. This is when you set the price you’d like your house to sell for, and your real estate agent negotiates individually with prospective buyers to achieve a sale as close to this price as possible.

Springtime is flagged as the prime real estate selling season, but opportunities exist in all markets provided your agent knows how to position your property effectively.  Other factors such as economic and market conditions as well as your own personal situation will also always play an important role in timing your sale.

With hundreds of properties listed on the market, how do you make your listing stand out in the crowd and grab the attention of every possible buyer.