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How to compete in a market crowded with property listings

Agent trainer Josh Phegan and Trade Me Property’s Gavin Lloyd weigh in

Gill South
Last updated: 30 January 2025 | 5 min read
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In a competitive early 2025 property market, Gavin Lloyd of Trade Me Property notes rising listing volumes but longer selling times. A key challenge is the gap between vendor price expectations and buyer affordability.

Agent trainer Josh Phegan advises that a proactive agent is crucial. They can help your property stand out by:

- Contacting past buyers from nearby sales

- Using targeted marketing for different audiences

- Creating urgency regardless of the sale method

Sellers should stay informed on local market activity.

Gavin Lloyd, Sales Director, Property

Josh Phegan, Real Estate Speaker, Trainer, Coach

Authors

Gill South Gill South
Business and property journalist

Gavin Lloyd Gavin Lloyd
Customer Director - Trade Me Property

Josh Phegan Josh Phegan
Real Estate Speaker, Trainer & Coach

Al Hall Al Hall
Content Writer