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Buying a property
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  • Know what sort of property you want to buy.
  • Make a list of things you require from that property.
  • If you are buying in an area with which you are not familiar, drive and walk around the streets at different times of the day.
  • Talk to people who live in the area that appeals to you.
Ask questions
  • Has the property been rented for long periods of time? It might need some refurbishment and redecorating.
  • Is the house owned by a retired couple? They often have the time to look after a property properly and use top quality fittings to ensure low maintenance.
  • How close is transport, schools etc.
  • Are there walking track short cuts to shops and parks?
  • What is the general age of the people who live in this area?

All this research is vital when choosing a property.

Select a property
Now that you have a property in mind you may also want to check its soundness and overall condition.
You will need a building inspector and maybe also arrange for a pest report. If you can, you should go to the property with the building inspector to obtain his first hand opinions and off-the-cuff comments.

Selling your property
Timing
Buyers are available all year round, however in a tourist destination such as Port Lincoln, increased numbers are found in the main school holiday periods.

Economic conditions also have a relative effect on investment properties. Be aware of government elections, budgets, interest rate changes and general real estate cycles.

Presentation
Presentation of your property is a critical factor towards achieving the highest possible price. Important points to remember are:-
  • First impressions have impact. Make sure your gardens, lawns and driveway are well presented.
  • Remove any excess items, clutter and mess as they present poorly and make rooms look smaller than they really are.
  • Eliminate any animal odours and cigarette smells with a fragrance.
  • Repair any dampness noticeable on walls or ceilings.
  • Have carpets professionally cleaned, especially if stained.
  • Repair and service any poor sliding doors and windows.
  • Repaint any areas that are in any way badly scuffed or patched up and obvious. It is an affordable and fresh way to present a room.
  • Fresh flowers, coffee, baked bread, a bowl of fresh fruit and soft background music all help to achieve an excellent ambience for potential buyers.
  • Open certain drapes to allow light in appropriate areas and windows to allow air circulation.
  • Leave lights on in selected areas such as the kitchen and bathrooms as they are key selling points.
  • Go for a walk or drive during inspections as most buyers feel uncomfortable with the owner in the house.
  • If selling a vacant dwelling the hire of a small amount of appropriate furniture takes that emptiness away.

Ask Amanda for advice on any of these factors and anything else you may have concerns about. 

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