Barefoot Real Estate, Sunshine Coast, QLD

SELLING TIPS

TIMING
Buyers are available all year round, however in a tourist destination such as Noosa, increased numbers are found during the main school holiday periods.

 SELLING YOUR PROPERTY – A CHECKLIST

·         Choose a professional real estate agent who can help you determine a price and develop a strategy to sell your property

·         Prepare your property for the market by taking care of any jobs that need doing

·         Approve a marketing plan and begin advertising

·         Work with your agent to arrange inspections and/or open houses

·         Listen to feedback from prospective purchasers

·         Evaluate the success of your marketing plan and adjust if required

·         Coordinate offers and negotiate your sale with the assistance and support of your agent

·         Celebrate your sale and utilise the service of your agent to locate other prospective property purchases as needed

PRESENTATION

Presentation of your property is a critical factor towards achieving the highest possible price. Our suggestions:

·         Lawns mowed, footpaths swept, gardens weeded

·         Windows and exterior walls cleaned

·         Sliding doors and window mechanisms serviced

·         Paintwork re-touched

·         Excess clutter and rubbish removed

·         Kitchen and bathrooms cleaned

·         Sale exclusions removed

·         General maintenance completed eg leaky taps, loose decking

·         Animal odours and cigarette smells eliminated

·         Carpets professionally cleaned

·         Curtains open and house aired

·         Lights in kitchen and bathrooms on

·         Even interior temperature maintained

·         Mood created with soft music, fresh coffee and flower

·         Pets out of the way

·         Owners out of the house during inspections.