The locking in of Auckland’s Rail Loop represents a significant step forward in this city’s future, no doubt, further enhancing the desirability and future value of residential property in and around Auckland’s central areas.

It’s clear that the robust nature of the residential market will favour those looking to sell over this Winter period. Whilst some vendors presume Spring is the best time to sell, the reality is supply versus demand is the major factor in driving sale price. Right now supply, ie the number of homes available, is at a very low ebb, whilst the number of buyers standing in the market is particularly strong and not at all affected by the season.

For us as a company, May proved to be our best in 20 years of business. Alongside that, the median Auckland house price hit yet another high. Right now, we are experiencing the seasonal mid-winter shortage of listings, mostly fuelled by homeowners presuming that it’s a bad time of the year to sell. This has always been a fallacy – no more so than this year!

The old adage of “you don’t get a second chance at a first impression” is just so true in Real Estate marketing. Consequently, presentation is a big deal, not just before buyers view but particularly prior to photographs being taken. In essence, less is more. If you’re thinking of selling, I would be happy to have a walk through your home with you before you start the journey.