Only a couple of years ago the nature of the Australian real estate landscape looked a little like this… Buy a property. Blink. Sell it. Make a fortune. Blink. Buy another property. Blink. Sell it. Make a fortune…. And so it would go on. Just like the song, “Those...
In today’s real estate market, when selling your home, it can feel like you have limited options. Values are just beginning to stabilise, and buyers can be scarce. If you are able to sell your home – go for it! This is the best option. But what if you...
Sweep the paths, mow the lawn, prune the bushes, weed the garden, and clear papers, debris, kids’ toys, and the like from the yard, front steps, and verandah/balcony. In general, make sure the house has maximum street appeal. With a quick trip to the nursery, you can...
There are 7 million colours distinguishable to the human eye. So picking out paint colours can be an extremely confusing experience, leaving you racked with indecision as you peruse swatches from paint companies seemingly intent on driving you crazy! Trying to figure out which of those colours will mix...
If your balcony/courtyard isn’t inviting, you’re unlikely to take full advantage of it. But just one move can completely transform it from a boring slab of concrete into an inviting outdoor room (especially when preparing to sell your home). Assess how much time, money and help you have, and...
This is the thing that cuts through the clutter to capture the buyer’s attention. The Hero Shot needs to be as attention-grabbing as possible. This is where communication with your photographer is key. Make a file; show your photographer the style/s you like. In most cases there will have...
One of the most common questions I get today is “Should I sell or rent my home?” The answer of course depends on your individual situation. Both selling your home and renting it out have its own advantages, as well as disadvantages. Each real estate market is different, so...
In this day and age, one can easily get educated about selling your home by looking for information online, on your sofa and in your pyjamas. Yet there are still many aspects of the process that are best communicated one to one. Here’s a list of questions that will...
If you’re hoping to sell the home quickly and for as much money as possible, it’s a bad idea to try and sell a house with empty rooms. Here are reasons why you should always use furniture and/or accessories in a room rather than showing it empty: 1. People...