When you decide to sell your home, you need a team of professionals on your side. These are people who know all the ins and outs of selling and buying a home. They can guide you on what to expect and also help you with all the regulatory documents that need to be completed.
Ensuring that you have a team of experienced people on your side can make all the difference. Enjoy a faster and stress-free sale ‒ compared with one that’s fraught with complications and a lengthy process.
Let’s look at the most important professionals you want on your team.
Real estate agent
Even experienced sellers know that it’s important to engage the services of a reputable real estate agent when it’s time to sell your home. Your agent will know the local market inside out and will have a very good idea of what your home is worth and what you can expect to sell it for.
Most agents also have a list of potential buyers on their books who are just waiting in the wings for a suitable property to come on the market. Your agent can also advise on whether doing certain renovations or improvements will allow you to increase the sale price or help to sell your home faster.
Plus, with a real estate agent on your side, you don’t have to worry about advertising and marketing, wasting your time talking to unqualified buyers or spending money on your home that will not increase its value.
Your agent will also take care of the professional photography so that they can show your home off in the best possible way. If you decide to sell via an auction, your real estate agent will engage an auctioneer who is the best fit for you and your property.
Last but not least, your agent should be capable of negotiating the price to ensure
Solicitor or conveyancer
When it comes to selling your home, apart from the sales contract, numerous legal documents must be completed correctly. It’s wise to engage a professional who knows the legal requirements and the statutory documents that must be completed.
While most of the Swan Hill area is in Victoria, Murray Downs is in NSW. This means there are slightly different requirements depending on which state laws govern your property.
For example, in Victoria, you need to ensure a Section 32 statement is completed to accompany the contract of sale while in NSW, it’s necessary to get a Section 149 certificate.
To most people, these documents can be quite confusing. Worse, if you get it wrong, it could cause problems and headaches down the track. A solicitor or qualified conveyancer knows these and other required documents back to front. Plus, he or she can also take care of the title searches and gather information regarding covenants, easements and zoning.
Mortgage broker
Assuming that you’re selling your home so that you can buy another one, you’ll need some sort of financing, especially if you’re upsizing or moving to a more expensive area. Dealing with the multitude of lenders available to you can be confusing and time-consuming.
That’s where a mortgage broker can help. Most mortgage brokers have access to multiple lenders and will be able to pair you up with just the right finance for your new home. This will not only save you heaps of time but may also save you money in the long run.
Other professionals to use for your home sale
Apart from your agent, solicitor and mortgage broker, you may also want to engage some additional help to get your property ready for sale. For example, it might be prudent to engage professional cleaners just before the photography session. This ensures that your home will sparkle (make sure to remember the windows) and saves you the hassle of doing all the cleaning yourself.
In addition, if your house needs a little spruce up, consider hiring a painter and a gardener to bring everything up to scratch. We can help you with local recommendations of quality professionals if you don’t know where to start.
Can we help with your Swan Hill home?
We’re passionate locals who have a great track record in selling homes in Swan Hill. Our deep understanding of the market ensures we can help you choose the best price and find buyers quickly. So, if you’re thinking of selling, why not give us a call on 03 5032 2507. We’re here to help.
