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What’s your track record?

A good Darling Downs real estate agent should have plenty of recent sales in the local market. It’s easy to check that information online. Look for homes that are similar to your property to give you an idea of the agent’s ability. You can also check agent reviews and sales performance online via realestate.com.

How much do you think my property is worth?

This is what everyone wants to know and it’s crucial that your local real estate agent gives you an accurate appraisal. Beware of agents who inflate your price expectations just to get your listing. It’s the price that the property sells for that matters.

Research both the listing prices and the selling prices of comparable properties to your own one online so you have an idea of what your property is worth before you even ask a real estate agent. Make sure you compare ‘apples with apples’. In other words, compare properties with the same or very similar features to yours, and that are a similar age.

If the agent gives you a similar price to the research, you know they are being honest with you.

How will you market my property?

This is a crucial question. A good real estate agent will use both online marketing and face-to-face selling techniques (e.g. open home and private inspections) to promote your property. When it comes to marketing your property, the importance of a well-thought-out strategy to ensure it stands out in the competitive real estate market should not be over looked. Tt's about crafting a compelling narrative that resonates with potential buyers or tenants

Is there anything I can do to get the highest possible selling price?

This is a great question because you can work proactively with a good local real estate agent to achieve the best possible selling price. It will make it easier for your agent to negotiate the best possible selling price with potential buyers if you can do some simple things both before and after you list your property for sale.

For example:

• making sure both the yard and the inside of your home is neat and tidy at all times.
• taking care of any obvious repairs and maintenance issues.

How long do you think my property will take to sell?

One of the most common questions in the realm of real estate is, "How long will it take to sell my property?" While no real estate agent can provide an exact timeline, they should shed light on the factors that influence the speed of a property sale.

There are so many elements that play a crucial role in determining the timeline of your property's journey to a successful sale:

• Property Type and Market Demand.
• Pricing Strategy.
• Property Condition and Presentation.
• Marketing Effectiveness.
• Local Market Conditions.
• Negotiation and Flexibility.
• Legal and Financial Processes.
• Seasonal Trends.
• taking care of any obvious repairs and maintenance issues.

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