Selling guide

Tips for selling your home in a buyer’s market

How to be a tall poppy.

Al Hall
Last updated: 28 January 2025 | 5 min read
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In the current NZ property market, which experts like Core Logic note slightly favours buyers, sellers must make their homes stand out. To compete effectively, focus on pricing, presentation, and preparation.

Key strategies include:

- Pricing competitively by monitoring your local market with tools like Trade Me's Property Insights.

- Enhancing curb appeal and decluttering to create a strong first impression.

- Completing necessary repairs beforehand to avoid deterring buyers.

Considering professional home staging can also be a worthwhile investment.

You can track the values of properties in your suburb or region using our free tools.

Making your home stand out in a buyer’s market

1. Regularly review the local property market

2. Make the right first impression

What can you do to boost your curb appeal?

3. Declutter, declutter, declutter

4. Do any necessary repairs

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Al Hall Al Hall
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