In this Customer Story, Phil looks at the common situation of when a seller receives very different price estimates from multiple real estate agents. It can be difficult to know who to trust. Phil uses a recent sale we managed in Melbourne's western suburbs as an example and discusses how to determine a realistic property value and highlights why starting with one can lead to a higher final sale price.

One of the major benefits of selling a property at auction is that the contract is unconditional. There is no cooling-off period, and once the hammer falls, the buyer is legally bound to complete settlement. This is a significant advantage for vendors – but what happens when a property buyer cannot settle or tries to exit the contract?...

When managing the sale of a residential investment property, we are often asked 'should we sell with or without the tenant? At the risk of sounding like a two-handed consultant, our answer is 'that depends' as there are a few factors to consider.

Having a good support network can help make the move into aged care easier and secure the best outcome for your client's future.

If the price of a property is too high, enquiries will be low. If the pice is too low, the agent will receive plenty of enquiries, but the risk is that the property will be undersold. What to do in a falling market?…

The property was vacant as our client had moved into aged care. They were selling their home to pay the Refundable Accommodation Deposit, so time was of the essence to have the property sold.

A modest spend on presentation made the property more appealing to buyers and made an impressive 6-times return to Gramps

Elder Abuse unfortunately is a real and concerning issue that can manifest itself in a variety of unexpected ways. When selling their home, elderly citizens can protect themselves from this risk by engaging a trusted Vendor Advocate, as the following story shows.

This month’s client story is about the sale of a magnificent, circa 1920’s building in inner suburban Melbourne. The grand old art deco dwelling comprised four units on one title.

Researched options drive decisions, and the results speak for themselves.

When the executor of an estate is a busy accountant and the sole beneficiary of the estate lives in the UK, selling the property becomes problematic.

How do you sell two different, identical properties? Let me explain…