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Selling your home is a big step, especially today where the world is almost like a village. Gone are the days where you could only cater for the local market. Dealing with overseas buyers requires in depth knowledge not only of real estate but also of the vast legislation covering the subject. American buyers are used to full disclosure and they will expect the same level of disclosure from you and your agent. British buyers are used to gazumping. Luckily we don't have that concept here in New Zealand but it could be a factor buyers may consider.
Putting a value on your home is one thing, selling it is quite something else. Many transactions could shipwreck because the parties use price to hide some other concern or need. Are you trained in negotiations and more specifically in selling of real estate? Over 95% (Statistics of Real Estate Institute) of all sellers know that it looks easy but the reality is far from it and this 95% choose to sell through real estate agents.
Make sure you choose a knowledgeable real estate consultant. A simple way to test this is to look at the marketing proposal and ask yourself: "How much initiative is the consultant showing with negotiations". Saving commission could be a very expensive bargain when you settle on a lower price - you won't know it at the time but the buyers could be smiling all the way to the bank because your property has not been properly exposed to the market.
Choose wisely...
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