Moving is up there as one of the biggest stressors in life so why would you want to make it harder?
It really doesn’t need to be difficult if you have the right plan before heading into the big wide world of real estate. And using an agent before selling can be the best use of your time there is.
What a lot of people don’t know, is that there are a number of small things that can be done to help make the whole process uncomplicated. With the amount of years I have been in the business, my 'little black book' has filled up with priceless local contacts that I supply to my clients to help them with all the small (and big) things.
Having been referred to as a ‘project manager' by a lot of people I work with, I find it really rewarding to be able to assist prior to your FOR SALE sign going up. Part of my tried and true strategy is to firstly have a walk through your home so we can discuss what small changes might need to be made. I also like to get an idea of the things you love about where you live so I can share these details on to future buyers, helping to envision themselves in their new home.
You might be thinking of investing money in pre-sale sprucing up, like the addition of new carpet for example. I have an excellent carpet cleaner contact that might do the trick – not to mention being more time and cost effective.
It’s usually the small things you see everyday that might not stand out, but do to another set of eyes. Maybe we look at revamping the mailbox as it’s the first thing people will see. These little touches are all part of my pre-listing process.
A lot of people are 'financially downsizing' at the moment and this can be like a game of dominoes in that one party has to sell before they buy or vice versa. It is essential your agent is well versed in being able to handle not only the sale of your home but assist in the timing of where you will go next.
In this market you don’t want to overlook the value of experience and that’s why my clients keep coming back. Call me today...
Matt O’Brien, Residential Sales, Barfoot & Thompson Ponsonby, M: 021 687 866. www.barfoot.co.nz/our-people/m.obrien
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Published: May 2024