selling with McGrath Aspley and why We’re better than the rest
We believe that selling a house or property can be stress-free and exciting when you have the right knowledge and insights, partnered with a supportive real estate agent and sales system.
Let us guide you through each step on how to sell your house or property and how to achieve the best possible sales result.
A key first step when you are considering selling your house or property is to have a property appraisal. This is an easy and informal process that will provide you with an estimated market value of your property.
Read more about what an agent looks for when appraising a property, and how they determine the market value.
I'd like a property price guideOur local area specialists help home owners answer the question “how much can I sell my house or property for?"
Our agents will summarise their findings and provide you with a comprehensive report on the local market with the estimated value of your property.
What are the key decisions that impact the success of my property's sale?
When selling your house or property, you will be expected to make a number of key decisions. These decisions can directly impact how many buyers you attract, how quickly you sell and how much you sell for.
Here are some key considerations you should be aware of when selling your house or property and how they can impact the success of the sale.
Prepare your home for sale checklist
There are three key ways to sell a house or property in Australia:
Whilst your real estate agent will advise you on the best method of sale for your property, understanding the options is important so you can make an informed decision.
Your real estate agent is the best person to help guide you. They will consider the following elements before recommending the best method of sale:
Your agents goal is to sell your property for the best possible price and the method of sale is key. Discussing this up front with your real estate agent is an important piece of the selling puzzle.
Understanding the different ways to sell your propertyThere are three key ways to sell a house or property in Australia:
Whilst your real estate agent will advise you on the best method of sale for your property, understanding the options is important so you can make an informed decision.
Your real estate agent is the best person to help guide you. They will consider the following elements before recommending the best method of sale:
Your agents goal is to sell your property for the best possible price and the method of sale is key. Discussing this up front with your real estate agent is an important piece of the selling puzzle.
How to select a good real estate agent
Selling a property comes with a number of costs – some are unavoidable while others are optional. As a seller, being aware of the main costs is important for budgeting and to ensure you are not hit with any surprises down the track.
The main costs you will be faced with when selling a house or property are:
It is a good idea to talk to your local McGrath real estate agent about the cost of selling a property in more detail. Being prepared for these costs can help the sales process run a whole lot smoother.
What are the costs of selling a house or an apartmentOne of the most important factors of a successful sales campaign is the marketing plan.
Creating one that reaches all possible local and active buyers, as well as pinpointing potential passive and out of area buyers, can have a big impact on your final sales price.
As the costs to market your property are separate to the agent’s commission, understanding the options you have at your fingertips is a good idea.
A strong property marketing plan could include:
Knowing what your target buyer is looking for and what they value in a property can make a huge difference to:
Your local McGrath Sales Agent is uniquely equipped with specific suburb buyer data which would include:
You may think "well what does that mean for me and my property?"
Knowing this information can help inform your marketing campaign to ensure the right features of your property are showcased and your marketing dollars are spent targeting the largest pool of interested buyers.
Connect with my local Sales AgentAccording to our agents, styling and preparing a house or property for sale could add between 5% - 10% to the final sales price. It can help attract more people and has a direct impact on the how quickly the property sells. Here are five simple and low-cost steps to improving your house or apartment for sale.
Even if you are not planning to sell immediately, a welcoming exterior is a wonderful thing to come home to each day. Spending a few hours ensuring your property looks good from the street can pay dividends down the track. It helps create a great first impression and sets the right tone. It is important this looks great throughout the duration of the campaign, as people drive by at all hours of the day and night.
Sometimes cosmetic repairs take a while to complete, so it is worth getting onto these early. For instance, if your kitchen or bathroom need a refresh, perhaps the walls need to be painted, you need new tiles or the floorboards need to be sanded, getting onto these jobs well in advance of your property going on the market is a smart idea.
You want buyers to be able to visualise themselves in your property; to feel an emotional connection. It is hard to do this if all your knick-knacks and family photos are scattered throughout the property. This is not to say everything has to go, it just needs to be refined.
A sparkling property is a must have when selling your home. Spending time cleaning every corner of your property is time well spent - and yes, that does mean inside all your drawers and cupboards as buyers open these up for a peak inside.
Professional styling can add 5%-10% to the final sale price of a property. Talk to your local McGrath Sales Agent about who they would recommend to help you.
Make smarter decisions by understanding the value of your important asset.
A lot of focus goes into the importance of having a property appraisal when you are selling, but an appraisal is valuable at any time.
A property is like any other asset, it can fluctuate in value. Regularly checking the market value of your property and local market trends makes good financial sense.
When you know the facts about your property, you are better equipped to make smarter decisions, decisions that can impact your current and future financial wellbeing.
You are looking to renovate and want to know what buyers are prepared to pay more for. It never hurts to align your renovations to your local buyer ‘must-have’ features. Even if you are not selling right now, including popular features is always a win. A property appraisal also gives you a benchmark against which to measure the value you have added to your property following your renovations.
You have recently completed your renovations and are keen to find out the impact on your market value. Keep in mind in some cases it can take time to realise any capital gain. It comes down to how much you spent and on what areas.
The local market has fluctuated, and you are keen to stay on top of what that means for you.
You are looking to buy an investment property and would like to understand how much equity you have in your property to help with your financial planning.
A top performing agent can add 5% - 10% to the final sales price. Asking the right questions is key to finding the right agent for you and your property.
Read our guide to finding the best agentIf you have decided to sell or are just keen to find out the value your important asset, a key starting point is to find out the market value of your property. This easy and informal step will ensure you are equipped with the right information to make smarter financial decisions.
I'd like a property appraisalOver the years we have been asked a million and one questions about selling. We have combined all the key questions and answers for you to read.
Read our selling a property FAQ'sLooking to get started on the preparation of your property right away. Here is our room by room guide to prepare your property for sale.
Our guide to selling real estate