We are in a ‘Sweet Spot’
Selling your home for the maximum price is about timing, and at certain times in the year there are sweet
spots in the marketplace, you could call this a perfect storm for a seller’s benefit.
Normally these moments are limited to 1-2 seasonal timings i.e. early January and late October.
Sometimes however, the market will present itself with unique opportunity gaps, which is what we have now. The factors that are causing this opportunity are:
- Available houses on the North Shore has decreased by 10% in the last 3 weeks, and is continuing a downward trend
leading into the Winter months.
- Imminent changes from the Reserve Bank in official Cash Rate (OCR) cut; combined with confirmation that Capital Gains Tax has been axed all bode well for buyer sentiment.
- Median house prices; Median house prices in Auckland remained exactly the same as April 2018 at $850,000 thus showing that values are stable.
This means that there is less seller competition in the marketplace and for the property buyers are purchasing with urgency. Provided a property is correctly marketed, this is resulting a successful sale result for sellers and the opportunity to move to their next dream home.
One of the unique ways that I help my clients is by using my experience in a large amount of renovation projects, to guide you on how to best present your home for your buyer target market, or opportunities for immense value to be added to the home.
If you are considering selling and would like to take advantage of this unique opportunity you can set up a time by reaching me on 021 339 905 or email me on bob.nahab@harcourts.co.nz. If you would just like to discuss the current market conditions a bit more, I’d also welcome your contact.
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
Six tips for improving security around your home
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.
2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.
3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.
4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.
5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.
6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property
Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.
What workplace change would you like to see most?
This coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in short supply, his employer had to agree.
As more skilled workers arrived, employers tried to change working conditions, but Parnell and others kept pushing for better rights. In 1890, Parnell led a Labour Day parade of 1,500 people to promote the eight-hour day. He passed away shortly after, and nine years later, Labour Day became an official public holiday.
Do you feel that we have reached the ideal in working environments yet? What rights are you passionate about relating to employment? Share your thoughts!
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