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COVID-CLOAKED PROPERTY CROOKS
An old property scam in a new disguise is about to target the public. Over the past 25 years or so, this scam has destroyed - yes, literally
“MIRACLE DOLLARS”
Many years ago, Lee Iacocca, the legendary business executive made an unforgettable claim. He said he could go into any business ...
HOW TO PRICE YOUR HOME
If you want to sell your home for the best price, there is one simple rule you must follow. Put a price on it.
THE REAL ESTATE ADVERTISING STITCH-UP
It’s one of real estate’s biggest scams. And it catches thousands of sellers every month. It’s the real estate advertising stitch-up.
A MELBOURNE BOOM IN COVID GLOOM
Selling a home in Melbourne now? Don’t despair. There is good news for you. At least one real estate agent is creating a boom in the gloom.
BEAT REAL ESTATE LIES
If Robert had lied about the price of his home, he believes he would have sold it by now. He says the truth cost him a sale
THE COMING REAL ESTATE BOOM IN VICTORIA
When things are bad, it’s often hard to see good times ahead. If we are also suffering the agony of grief, it is hard to see a rosy future.
THE MONEY IN ‘MYSTERY SHOPPING’
Sometimes you can feel you are being cheated. But you can’t figure out why or how. It’s just a feeling. But feelings are powerful, and we should listen to
LAZY AGENTS MEAN LOW PRICES
Your house is listed and nothing’s happening. You call the agent to get a voice-mail, so you leave a message. Next day the agent tells you, drop your price
PANDEMIC PROPERTY PRICES
How things have changed. Both the world and our lives. And how quickly. It’s July 2020. Think back a year. Whatever was worrying you then, surely seems trivial
DO YOU DESERVE A DISCOUNT?
Try selling a home on Sydney’s North Shore or Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs. One owner just forked out $200,000 in commission for selling a modest family home
HELP FOR 2020 HOME BUYERS
The 2020 real estate world is not kind to home buyers. Gone are the days when buyers – be they family home buyers or investors –
IF OUR HOME IS NOT SELLING, SHOULD WE WITHDRAW IT?
When a property is not selling and the owners refuse to acknowledge that price is the major problem, some take the property off the market. They intend to re-list later…
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO SELL A HOME
Most agents say now is the best time to sell. If you’re a buyer, they say now is the time to buy. It’s always the best time for agents to…
WHAT IS A LOVE LIST – AND DO WE NEED ONE?
A Love List is a list of all that you love about your home and your area. It should include what first attracted you to your home; what you have…
SHOULD WE USEA DISCOUNT AGENT?
Rarely. Well, preferably not.But…. If forced to give a yes or no answer to this question, the answer would be NO.And here’s why…If the main way you choose an agent…
WHAT CAUSES BUYERS TO REJECT OUR HOME?
There are several reasons why buyers will reject homes – either before or after inspecting them.Here are some common reasons buyers reject homes for sale …BEFORE INSPECTING.Being unable to inspect…
ARE AGENT-FINDER SERVICES OR SITES WORTHWHILE?
No, definitely not. The internet is peppered with companies that claim to help home sellers to find the best or the cheapest agents. None of these companies have ethical or…
HOW MANY HOURS’ WORK IS INVOLVED IN THE SALE OF A HOME?
Usually less than 10 hours. Sometimes as little as four hours – if you exclude the time spent at the listing presentation. Even less for an auction sale. Consider four…
SHOULD WE MYSTERY-SHOP AGENTS – IF SO HOW AND WHEN?
There are two reasons to mystery-shop agents. The first is to help you find the best agent to sell your home. The second is to check up on your chosen…
WHAT IS MEANT BY THE TERM ‘A TYPICAL AGENT’?
A typical agent is an agent you should avoid. Most agents are typical agents. As you will see (in answer to further questions) if the only agents you can find…
WHEN SHOULD WE NEGOTIATE THE COMMISSION?
Always negotiate the commission at the point of sale NOT at the point of sign-up. You can’t possibly know how much commission an agent is worth until you see what…
HOW DO I KNOW WHAT PRICE TO ASK FOR MY HOME?
Probably the most common mistake made by home sellers is overestimating the value of their homes.
