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selling

tips for sellers

selling your home is a complex procedure.

whether it's your first time, or you're an experienced seller, it's very easy to overlook things and to feel stressed. whilst you should always feel comfortable asking questions, this "event roadmap" might help you stay on track.

step 1

before selling

	select an agent
	sign a listing agreement with your agent
	arrange a vendor's statement (section 32) through your solicitor / conveyancer

step 2

marketing your property

	agent receives vendor statement from your solicitor conveyancer
	agent prepares marketing campaign and advertising materials
	prepare your house for buyer inspections
	agent conducts buyer inspections
	agent negotiates price to your satisfaction

step 3

accepting the offer

	offer is accepted
	agent gets contract signed by buyer and collects a deposit
	contract signed by you and exchanged with buyer.
	cooling off period expires and any special conditions are fulfilled
	sale becomes unconditional (sold)

step 4

settlement

	settlement period begins
	settlement takes place
	move out

preparing your home for sale

inside presentation

	think about hiring furniture or even employing the talents of an interior designer. your agent should be able to help you here.
	make sure all doors work well (handles turn and lock smoothly, and doors don't jam)
	open curtains and blinds to allow as much light in as possible.
	remove clutter
	rub lavender oil into door jambs to provide a soothing, clean smell.

outside presentation

	replace all cracked and broken glass
	ensure all gates work well (handles and locks work and gates don't jam)
	remove leaves from gutters
	replace broken fences or missing palings
	mow the grass, mulch the garden beds.

leaving nothing to chance

ensure your agent knows what makes your house a home – explain why it has that special “feel” for you – point out it's highlights. this will help the photographer create advertising images which truly capture the feeling of the home.

inspections / open homes

	try to be out of the house when buyers inspect as they will feel more comfortable
	make sure the house is a comfortable temperature
	brew some coffee before each inspection (freshly ground is best), as the aroma creates pleasant associations for buyers

aspendale gardens

aspendale gardens

Shop 13, Aspendale Gardens
S/C Narelle Drive, VIC 3195

Phone: +61 3 9587 6211

Fax: +61 3 9587 7055

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dandenong

dandenong

4 Langhorne St,
Dandenong VIC 3175

Phone: +61 3 9794 8811

Fax: +61 3 9706 8778

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mulgrave

mulgrave

Shop 21, Waverley Gardens S/C, Mulgrave VIC 3170

Phone: +61 3 9548 3011

Fax: +61 3 9562 4393

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keysborough

keysborough

Shop 4/320 Cheltenham Rd, Keysborough VIC 3173

Phone: +61 3 9701 8611

Fax: +61 3 9701 8644

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springvale

springvale

287 Springvale Rd, Springvale VIC 3171

Phone: +61 3 9546 8211

Fax: +61 3 9546 3255

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