Phone 09 834 6789
February 2016
FOR SALE
Popping the Question February’s settled summer weather makes it one of the most popular months for weddings and for some couples, every aspect must be highly memorable, beginning with the proposal.
A Slice of Peninsula Magic
Finding a unique way to ask the age old question, “Will you marry me?” can be challenging and certainly makes for some stories that are really, well, quite engaging. Ever bought your significant other a new phone? How about 99 of them? In Chinese, the number 9 sounds like “forever”. A man used two years of his savings to arrange 99 iPhone 6s into a heart. It is unclear what the outcome was or what they will do with the other 98 phones but let’s hope she said yes! This next proposal was traffic stopping. Literally. A man in Texas shut down a busy highway when he stopped his car, got his girlfriend to step out and proposed. Meanwhile his friends and family followed behind to calm tooting traffic. The man chose the particular spot because it was his girlfriend’s favourite view of the city. Unfortunately, the police did not appreciate the romantic gesture and gave him a hefty fine. But good news—she said yes!
38 Dawnhaven Dr, Te Atatu Peninsula Set Date of Sale closes 10 March, 5.00pm (unless sold prior) Call to book a viewing today!
Sometimes love makes you do stupid things. A Russian businessman paid a stuntman, makeup artist, screen-writer and director to fake his death in a car crash. Lying at the “scene”, he waited until his partner arrived. After she burst into tears he “rose from the dead” and popped the question. The verdict? She said, “Yes,” putting a whole new spin on “’til death do us part”. However, if faking your death or buying 99 phones isn’t quite your style, time honoured romantic symbols—flowers, chocolates and a romantic walk along the beach—are sure to be equally memorable. Besides, what comes after is what truly counts. Did you know wedding tourism is big business in New Zealand? Up to 9 percent of nuptials are now for overseas visitors.
rwteatatu.co.nz/TET24297
How Your Real Estate Agent Works For You
Stated simply, when an agent sells your home, their role is to work on your behalf to find the buyer willing to pay the highest price, then follow through to make sure they do. From time to time the media debates the merits of using an agent verses a private sale. Interestingly, while Internet access has reduced the need for car salespeople and travel agents, demand for real estate services is not in decline, and for good reason. To achieve the best price for your home, in an acceptable timeframe, with minimum stress, requires a range of skills, resources and experience simply not available at the click of a button. Here’s how your agent works for you: Getting Buyers Excited An agent uses a selection of media to attract attention from as many buyers as possible. Advertisements are designed to sell the lifestyle your home offers and leave buyers hungry to know more. Following the correct process to manage buyers from the open home through continued…
Selling? Call our office today.
Phone 09 834 6789
[email protected] | www.rwteatatu.co.nz | 1-3 Rhone Ave, Te Atatu Peninsula
continued… to a signed contract is critical to find the buyer willing to pay the best price. Access to Motivated Buyers Agents maintain lists of “active” buyers—those with cash in hand or pre-approved loans who are out looking every weekend, putting in offers, bidding at auction. This is an important buyer pool to target early on as they provide the momentum required to move your sale along quickly. Creating a Win for Both Parties Real estate agents can maintain an objective view of the transaction from both the buyer and seller perspective and are skilled at negotiating mutually acceptable solutions. Understanding Market Ebb & Flow Your agent knows the local market— what is selling where and for how much. He or she can offer advice on the best time to sell and how much you could expect from a sale, ensuring you don’t undersell (as can happen with a private sale) but that you achieve the best price the market has to offer.
Thinking of selling? Want no obligation, professional advice? Call us today. I’d be delighted to help.
Real Estate Market Trends Jan-15
Nov-15
Dec-15
Jan-16
FOR SALE
West Auckland Median $ 589,000
711,500
717,500
685,000
No. sales
266
346
302
217
Median days
26
30
30
39
Te Atatu Peninsula Median $ 712,000 No. sales
762,000 762,000
27
25
30
857,500 65
Te Atatu South Median $ 495,000 720,000 742,500 No. sales Interest
714,000
32
19
33
35
6.74%
5.75%
5.75%
5.75%
West Auckland Avg $ Rent Per Week 1 bdrm
267
285
315
296
2 bdrm
365
390
400
380
3 bdrm
432
470
490
450
4 bdrm
525
580
585
525
Development Potential
6A Shetland Street, Glen Eden 6,843m section plus two homes rwteatatu.co.nz/TET24283
FOR SALE
Source: REINZ
Congratulations to December’s winner: Colleen Swan
A Style of its Own Convenient Location “There is no elevator to success. You have to take the stairs." —Zig Ziglar
2/132 Edmonton Road, Te Atatu South Set Date of Sale closes 04 March, 4.00pm (unless sold prior) rwteatatu.co.nz/TET24045
What people are saying about our Salespeople... Nathan is an amazing agent, very good at communicating, gave all the great advice—from things we could do to improve the presentation and saleability of the house, to the process itself and how to best reach the target audience. We are very impressed with the price he got for the house, so quickly! It was clear and he gave plenty of notice for open homes etc, and talked us through the contracts and offers so we knew what was expected/coming and timing. He also listened well and helped calm us when we felt overwhelmed. Peter & Pauline
22 Tabitha Crescent, Henderson Congratulations—SOLD!
Enter the Draw to WIN Events Movie Money (value $60.00)
What is a big deal? Phone, txt or email your answer to [email protected] or 021 992 035. Include your name, address and best contact number. Closes 14 March
Selling? Call our office today. Phone 09 834 6789
Diane Voordouw - Principal/Licensee Agent
Articles © 2016 Downright Brilliant
Buy West Realty Ltd MREINZ Licensed (REAA 2008)
FOR SALE
Popping the Question February’s settled summer weather makes it one of the most popular months for weddings and for some couples, every aspect must be highly memorable, beginning with the proposal.
A Slice of Peninsula Magic
Finding a unique way to ask the age old question, “Will you marry me?” can be challenging and certainly makes for some stories that are really, well, quite engaging. Ever bought your significant other a new phone? How about 99 of them? In Chinese, the number 9 sounds like “forever”. A man used two years of his savings to arrange 99 iPhone 6s into a heart. It is unclear what the outcome was or what they will do with the other 98 phones but let’s hope she said yes! This next proposal was traffic stopping. Literally. A man in Texas shut down a busy highway when he stopped his car, got his girlfriend to step out and proposed. Meanwhile his friends and family followed behind to calm tooting traffic. The man chose the particular spot because it was his girlfriend’s favourite view of the city. Unfortunately, the police did not appreciate the romantic gesture and gave him a hefty fine. But good news—she said yes!
38 Dawnhaven Dr, Te Atatu Peninsula Set Date of Sale closes 10 March, 5.00pm (unless sold prior) Call to book a viewing today!
Sometimes love makes you do stupid things. A Russian businessman paid a stuntman, makeup artist, screen-writer and director to fake his death in a car crash. Lying at the “scene”, he waited until his partner arrived. After she burst into tears he “rose from the dead” and popped the question. The verdict? She said, “Yes,” putting a whole new spin on “’til death do us part”. However, if faking your death or buying 99 phones isn’t quite your style, time honoured romantic symbols—flowers, chocolates and a romantic walk along the beach—are sure to be equally memorable. Besides, what comes after is what truly counts. Did you know wedding tourism is big business in New Zealand? Up to 9 percent of nuptials are now for overseas visitors.
rwteatatu.co.nz/TET24297
How Your Real Estate Agent Works For You
Stated simply, when an agent sells your home, their role is to work on your behalf to find the buyer willing to pay the highest price, then follow through to make sure they do. From time to time the media debates the merits of using an agent verses a private sale. Interestingly, while Internet access has reduced the need for car salespeople and travel agents, demand for real estate services is not in decline, and for good reason. To achieve the best price for your home, in an acceptable timeframe, with minimum stress, requires a range of skills, resources and experience simply not available at the click of a button. Here’s how your agent works for you: Getting Buyers Excited An agent uses a selection of media to attract attention from as many buyers as possible. Advertisements are designed to sell the lifestyle your home offers and leave buyers hungry to know more. Following the correct process to manage buyers from the open home through continued…
Selling? Call our office today.
Phone 09 834 6789
[email protected] | www.rwteatatu.co.nz | 1-3 Rhone Ave, Te Atatu Peninsula
continued… to a signed contract is critical to find the buyer willing to pay the best price. Access to Motivated Buyers Agents maintain lists of “active” buyers—those with cash in hand or pre-approved loans who are out looking every weekend, putting in offers, bidding at auction. This is an important buyer pool to target early on as they provide the momentum required to move your sale along quickly. Creating a Win for Both Parties Real estate agents can maintain an objective view of the transaction from both the buyer and seller perspective and are skilled at negotiating mutually acceptable solutions. Understanding Market Ebb & Flow Your agent knows the local market— what is selling where and for how much. He or she can offer advice on the best time to sell and how much you could expect from a sale, ensuring you don’t undersell (as can happen with a private sale) but that you achieve the best price the market has to offer.
Thinking of selling? Want no obligation, professional advice? Call us today. I’d be delighted to help.
Real Estate Market Trends Jan-15
Nov-15
Dec-15
Jan-16
FOR SALE
West Auckland Median $ 589,000
711,500
717,500
685,000
No. sales
266
346
302
217
Median days
26
30
30
39
Te Atatu Peninsula Median $ 712,000 No. sales
762,000 762,000
27
25
30
857,500 65
Te Atatu South Median $ 495,000 720,000 742,500 No. sales Interest
714,000
32
19
33
35
6.74%
5.75%
5.75%
5.75%
West Auckland Avg $ Rent Per Week 1 bdrm
267
285
315
296
2 bdrm
365
390
400
380
3 bdrm
432
470
490
450
4 bdrm
525
580
585
525
Development Potential
6A Shetland Street, Glen Eden 6,843m section plus two homes rwteatatu.co.nz/TET24283
FOR SALE
Source: REINZ
Congratulations to December’s winner: Colleen Swan
A Style of its Own Convenient Location “There is no elevator to success. You have to take the stairs." —Zig Ziglar
2/132 Edmonton Road, Te Atatu South Set Date of Sale closes 04 March, 4.00pm (unless sold prior) rwteatatu.co.nz/TET24045
What people are saying about our Salespeople... Nathan is an amazing agent, very good at communicating, gave all the great advice—from things we could do to improve the presentation and saleability of the house, to the process itself and how to best reach the target audience. We are very impressed with the price he got for the house, so quickly! It was clear and he gave plenty of notice for open homes etc, and talked us through the contracts and offers so we knew what was expected/coming and timing. He also listened well and helped calm us when we felt overwhelmed. Peter & Pauline
22 Tabitha Crescent, Henderson Congratulations—SOLD!
Enter the Draw to WIN Events Movie Money (value $60.00)
What is a big deal? Phone, txt or email your answer to [email protected] or 021 992 035. Include your name, address and best contact number. Closes 14 March
Selling? Call our office today. Phone 09 834 6789
Diane Voordouw - Principal/Licensee Agent
Articles © 2016 Downright Brilliant
Buy West Realty Ltd MREINZ Licensed (REAA 2008)
