Steps to Make It Happen: You've discovered the ideal home and are ready to make an offer – an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience! How much should you bid? Is it too high or too low? What conditions should be included? Who handles what, and who should you consult for assistance? Communicate your intentions to the agent, specifically: 1) Your intention to make an offer on the property -          Request a Sale and Purchase Agreement (obtain the ‘Guide to Purchasing Real Est

Should I sell privately, or should I use an agent to avoid the pitfalls when selling my house? The only downside would be that selling can be stressful. It is particularly difficult when you've loved your home for so many years and have sentimental memories 'locked up' in it. It then becomes difficult to make smart choices.

Auckland house prices have started to DROP; what would this mean to landlords and retirees hoping to sell and come away with the profits...

Getting your home sold at the right price will need some considerations to prepare for a great result ​ - Try depersonalizing the home as much as possible as buyers do get distracted and focus on the owners rather than the property. - Buyers should imagine themselves living there . "we can not wait!" - Pack all valuables in a safe place. - Declutter ; - clean rooms looks very big and 'BIG' SELLS. - This might be a good time for spring cleaning 'kitchen / bathtooms'