Selling Tips

First impressions count, which is why the presentation of your property is critical for encouraging buyer interest. Below are some simple suggestions that will improve your properties appearance and help you achieve the highest possible price.

Exteriors

• A bright and cheery home invites inspection. Keep your lawn trimmed and edged and the flowerbeds cultivated. Remove leaves from the paths and verandas and be sure that the windows are sparkling.
• Remove obstructions - Remove any objects from the floor such as children's toys, which might cause accidents. Keep the front entrance and stairways clear.

Sparkling interiors

• Clean the walls, floors and skirting boards as well as marks on the carpet or around light switches. Put clutter away neatly in cupboards, clear the table and counter tops and don’t leave dishes in the sink. A thorough house-cleaning will give your home that well-kept look.

Odours

•  Refresh your house and remove any unpleasant or strong odours.

Storage and Closet Space

• Storage is an important feature. Accentuate the storage space by removing any unnecessary articles that may have accumulated.

  Fix faults

• Repair any defects that might annoy buyers, such as dripping taps, sticking doors, loose tiles, etc.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

•  Neat orderly rooms look larger. Tidy up the bedroom for a spacious appearance. Check and double-check your bathroom. Clean, bright bathrooms have sold many houses.

Leave The House

• Avoid having too many people present during inspections. The prospective buyer will feel crowded and uncomfortable. Do not shadow them or their representative.

Remove Animals From The House

• Animals can get in the way and some people are allergic or don't like animals, so keep them out of sight.

Background Sound

• If you choose to play music make sure it is subtle. Turn off any TVs or radios, they can distract people. Let the sales representative and the buyer talk free from disturbances.

 

Ways To Sell:

• Auctions allow the market to determine a property’s worth. It is regarded as the fairest method for both buyer and seller.
• Concentrated marketing over a relatively short period attracts a high level of interest. Auctions encourage buyers to get more emotionally involved and attached.
• Auctions create a sense of urgency. The auction date sets an imaginary deadline, which helps accelerate the selling process. Prospective purchasers must complete their enquiries within a limited time frame.
• The nature of auction provides for bidding to increase the price. Bidding has no upper limit. In contrast, a private treaty starts with a price that is usually negotiated to a lower price.
• Sale at auction is conclusive. The property is sold on the fall of the hammer. There is no cooling off period.
• Properties marketed using the auction process often achieve prices well above vendor expectations.

Auctions

• No matter what you’re selling, you want to maximize your sale price with a minimum of stress and fuss. Raine & Horne Auction Services will help you achieve both.
• The auction process harnesses the powers of competition and negotiation. It is considered the fairest method of sale, for both buyers and sellers.
• Here we have listed what Raine & Horne Auction Services can do for sellers, the advantages of selling at auction, and some common bidder questions.
• For a full explanation of the auction process and legal requirements, please contact your nearest agent.
• What Raine & Horne Burpengary's Auction Services and Marketing can do for you.

Ensure 3 Auction Essentials – Excitement, Confidence & Competition

Successful auctions rely on these three things. Raine & Horne Burpengary auctions are meticulously planned to ensure yours will have them too. We will carefully devise a specially tailored marketing strategy to ensure your property draws the attention of a strong group of qualified buyers.

Your sale on your terms

You set the day and time of sale, reserve price and terms and conditions and settlement period. You and your agent will arrange inspections at agreed times, allowing you to prepare your asset in advance.

Boost buyer confidence

One of the most important auction day functions is providing information to ensure confident and enthusiastic bidding. If the auction is on site, Raine & Horne Burpengary gives buyers one last opportunity to have a look around and ask questions.  

Advantages of selling at auction

• Auctions allow the market to determine a property’s worth. It is regarded as the fairest method for both buyer and seller.
• Concentrated marketing over a relatively short period attracts a high level of interest. Auctions encourage buyers to get more emotionally involved and attached.
• Auctions create a sense of urgency. The auction date sets an imaginary deadline, which helps accelerate the selling process. Prospective purchasers must complete their enquiries within a limited time frame.
• The nature of auction provides for bidding to increase the price. Bidding has no upper limit. In contrast, a private treaty starts with a price that is usually negotiated to a lower price.
• Sale at auction is conclusive. The property is sold on the fall of the hammer. There is no cooling off period.
• Properties marketed using the auction process often achieve prices well above vendor expectations.