Reall Estate FROM COAST TO COUNTRY
M a r k e t r e p o rt: Co u ntd ow n to s p r i n g s e l l i n g s e a s o n
Coast residents wanting a change of lifestyle and more space. “Fortunately, the Tweed has great THE WEEKLY Real Estate continues acreage options, which are only its market update with top local the market for around 55 days, agents this week, as the spring which is quite short,” he said. selling season fast approaches. Looking at the spring selling season, Mr Reading said his Rural team at First National Real Estate lifestyle Murwillumbah are gearing up for properties the busiest selling time of the year. remain “Now is the time to prepare your popular property for spring, which is the across the best time to list,” he said. Tweed “For any help to get ready or Valley advice to sell, please do not according hesitate to contact one of our to First friendly agents.” National Real Estate Murwillumbah Mr Reading said he believes the Principal Scott Reading, who market has been “very balanced” provided some expert industry for both buyers and sellers. insights this week. “We are still seeing a lot of Mr Reading said the Tweed housing market remains strong and buyers registering their interest his team are eager to get the spring in both rural and residential properties, especially below the selling season underway. “Especially the rural market, which one-million-dollar mark,” he said. Mr Reading said most sellers are includes lifestyle and acreage being realistic and are genuine properties selling really well,” Mr sellers looking to sell their home. Reading said. “We are not finding people are “In fact, we just had a new rural overpricing their properties, they market listing this week at 54 are meeting the market rates, which Mandalay Road, Kunghur.” has gone up 8.5 per cent in the last Mr Reading said there are plenty 12 months, which is strong growth of lifestyle buyers coming in from and further proof of how valued the both the local area as well Gold
By Jonathon Howard
Open Homes Saturday, August 9
Schmith Estate Agents
• 27/1 Carramar Drive, Tweed Heads West, 10–10.30 • 7/56 Pacific Parade, Bilinga, 12–12:30 • 8/7 Coolangatta Road, Coolangatta, 12–12:30
JET Real Estate
• 130 Brooks Road, Kynnumboon 9–9.30am • 102 Shara Boulevard, Ocean Shores, 9.30–10am • 9 Tweed Valley Way, Condong, 10–10.30am • 77B Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores, 10.30–11am • 168 Bakers Road, Dunbible, 11.30–12pm • 11 Kurrajong Street, Mullumbimby, 12–12.30pm • 62A Rous River Way, Murwillumbah, 12.30–1pm
Tweed Shire is,” he said. Local agent and Principal at Evergreen Exclusive Estates, Belinda Franks, has given her expert insights and knowledge in preparation for the spring selling season. “We’re expecting another interest rate drop so now is the time to plan your next move, whether you’re upsizing, downsizing or consolidating, you need to start thinking about your goals and the best way to achieve them,” she said. Ms Franks said the market is moving and with further rate cuts forecast towards the end of this year, buyers are watching property listings and anticipating when they will start looking for their next home. “The market is already starting to acknowledge we’re in an upcycle,” she said. “Our advice to clients if they are planning on a move, they should use the spring season to get ahead
of other sellers that will be their competition in the market place, as further rate cuts will bring more properties into the market.” Ms Franks said if sellers have made the decision and are ready to sell, meeting with your agent to discuss your plan and goals will allow you to start readying your property to come to market, to take full advantage of more buyers entering the market. “It can be a massive job to get your home looking its best and ready to sell,” she said. “Choose an agent that has the right focus and expertise to present your property at the highest level and guide you through a smooth sale process, to achieve your goals and secure a higher price. “Be particular about how your property looks to the market and use your agent’s skills to sell in your favour – it’s not rocket science, but without the right expert advice, you could be leaving thousands off the table at the end.” Always eager to talk shop is Tate Brownlee Real Estate (TBRE) Principal Tate Brownlee who said the market is all about “building trust”. “The current market has already picked up heading towards the
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spring selling season and we’ve seen a lot of interstate activity across the board,” he said. “TBRE’s days on market are currently leading the industry at 27 days and we’re setting street records week in and week out. “Our auction clearance rate is 79.85 per cent which is far ahead of any of our nearest competitors. “This shows the strength in the market and our innovative ways we are marketing to reach more buyers build stronger relationships with these buyers and execute better results for our sellers. “Advice to sellers is to look at agents that build key relationships with buyers and remember the buyers are well educated.” Finally, advice to buyers from Mr Brownlee was to again “build relationships with local agents”. “Make sure you are building relationships with everyone you need to get the deal done,” he said.
• 6/278-280 Marine Parade, Kingscliff, 11–11.30am • 26 Glenbrae Drive, Terranora, 12–12.30pm • 1/1 Cromer Court, Banora Point, 12– 12.30pm • 4 Kildare Drive, Banora Point, 1–1.30pm • 2/1 Lochlomond Drive, Banora Point, 1–1.30pm • 12/12 Solander Street, Tweed Heads, 2–230pm
• 50 Federation Dr, Terranora, 9–9.30am • 803/106 Pacific Pde, Bilinga, 9–9.30am • 10 Mourne Tce, Banora Point, 10–10.30am • 501/89 Golden Four Dr, Bilinga, 10–10.30am • 1091/14-22 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 10–10.30am • 2085/18-20 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 10.30–11am • 304/141 Musgrave St, Coolangatta, 11–11.30am • 2104/18-20 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 11–11.30am • 2/13 Panorama Dr, Currumbin, 12–12.30pm • 2/15 Boyd St, Tweed Heads, 12–12.30pm • 38 Amaroo Dr, Banora Point, 1–1.30pm
MANA
• 15 Muli Muli Avenue, Ocean Shores, 9–9.30am • 22 Berrimbillah Court, Ocean Shores, 10–10.30am • 132 Middle Pocket Road, Middle Pocket, 10–10.30am • 38 Banool Circuit, Ocean Shores, 11–11.30am • 75 New Brighton Road, New Brighton, 11–11.30am • 6 North Head Road, New Brighton, 12–12.30pm • 14 North Head Road, New Brighton, 1–1.30pm
Tate Brownlee Real Estate
• 3 Osprey Place, Kingscliff, 9–9.30am • 49 Bione Ave, Banora Point, 9–9.30am • 51/2 Barneys Point Road, Banora Point, 10–10.30am • 2/22 Beach Street, Kingscliff, 10–10.30am • 29 McPhail Avenue, Kingscliff, 11–11.30am
First National
• 53 Coral Fern Circuit, Murwillumbah, 11–12pm • 1 Lillian Rock Road, Blue Knob, 1–1.30pm
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