If you are reading this then you might be nearly ready to sell your property, but you’re just not sure how. One of your first decisions are boiled down to two options and we hope to help you decide between…
Should You Buy a New Home or an Old Home?
What appeals to you more – a charming, but old home with character or a chic brand new home? This simple answer can help in your search, but there are still quite a few factors to think about. A brand…
How to Know it is Time to Upsize Your Home
It’s completely normal to outgrow your home especially in the winter when we’re forced to spend more time inside rather than on the deck. Most Kiwi families are quite large so we value our space. The thought of upsizing to…
8 Steps to Buying Property Privately
Buying a property from a private seller has its pros and cons and while it is similar to buying through a real estate agent, you should fully understand the process to protect yourself. You can definitely get a better deal…
Tips to Reduce the Stress of Selling Your Home
From finances to major decisions, buying a new home is stressful, but it is equally stressful for sellers. Selling your home may be rewarding, however there is a lot to plan, organise, and negotiate all leading to a bit of…
6 Steps to Sell Your Property Privately
Selling your home privately is not only possible – it is fairly simple as long as you pre-plan to ensure the process goes smoothly. The main benefit to selling privately is to save on the high commission rates you would…
How to Choose a Real Estate Agent
While we encourage homeowners to explore selling privately, we know that this is not always the best option depending on your circumstances and what you are comfortable with. We understand that listing with a real estate agent can have its…
Should You Renovate Your Home Before Selling?
A common question amongst homeowners is whether they should renovate their home before selling or leave it as is. From simple paint jobs to full on make overs, the feedback is mixed seeing there are both advantages and disadvantages to…