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Selling your home privately: The ultimate NZ guide
Everything you need to know to get a great result when selling privately
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Selling your home privately can save you thousands in commission fees and give you total control over the process. While it requires significant effort, a successful outcome is achievable with the right preparation.
Key steps include engaging a lawyer early, pricing your property accurately using tools like Trade Me Property Insights, and investing in quality marketing. You are legally required to disclose any known property issues. This approach puts you in the driver's seat of your sale, but requires careful management.
What we'll cover:
What is a private sale?
Why sell privately?
5 tips for a successful private sale
1. Disclosure is a legal must
2. Get a lawyer on board early
3. Get your pricing right
4. Don’t rush the result
5. Invest in your marketing
Real estate agents have market insights and knowledge you could miss out on by selling privately.
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Frequently asked questions
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