Selling? Call Joe Voordouw today. M 021 949 448 DDI 09 834 2855
September 2015
”It costs no more to have my experience working for you.”—Joe Voordouw
Roll Up Your Sleeves for a Spring Spruce Up As spring heralds the arrival of daffodils, lambs, shorter sleeves and longer days, it’s also a great chance to spruce up your home. Here’s some simple ideas for cleaning up, clearing out and freshening up. Old News? Recycle old magazines and newspapers taking up bench space. The same goes for all those receipts, pamphlets or coupons you’ve been holding on to. This is a quick and easy way to instantly declutter! Past Its Use By? What’s lurking in your bathroom cabinet or pantry? Have a dig around and find those expired bottles of painkillers and cough syrup and get rid of makeup that hasn’t been used in over a year. Don’t forget to check the fridge and pantry for expired food items. Love It or Lose It Do you have copious coat hangers full of clothes but find you only wear a few staple items? Editing your wardrobe is a great way to streamline and save time in the mornings. Think, “When was the last time I wore this?” Give away clothes that don’t fit and rearrange the remainder by colour or style.
A Lick of Paint If you’re feeling adventurous, a fresh coat of paint can do wonders to dramatically change a room. Try creating an accent wall by painting one a contrasting or bright colour. Paint can really change things up! Small Details If you’re short on time, small touches can still help liven up any space. Flowers and potted plants are easy wins. Change the duvet in the bedroom or throw some patterned cushions on the couch. Add decorative street numbers to
10 Thornlow St, Glendene Marketed & sold by Joe
Time to welcome spring with style.
the fence and paint the letterbox for a bit of fun. Then invite everyone around for a first-of-the-season, spring barbecue; there will be no mistaking which house is yours!
50 Cyclarama Cres, Massey Marketed & sold by Joe
2/3 Pinedale Rd, Henderson Marketed & sold by Joe
No Dodgy Deals Here Real estate is a hot topic in the media: the Auckland housing crisis, foreign investors, Wellington’s mayor inviting Aucklanders to move to the Capital and, recently, two salespeople caught offering to help a property investor buy cheaply,
Selling? Call Joe Voordouw today.
then sell again quickly thus gaining the commission twice. Sadly, the actions of two individuals reflect badly on a highly-regulated industry which requires very high standards in order to maintain a licence to practice real estate. In fact, all real estate salespeople must adhere to a strict Code of Conduct and Client Care and abide by specific rules to protect buyers and sellers in the event of a conflict of interest. Breaching the law can result in licence cancellation, hefty fines and other possible penalties; not to mention the permanent damage to one’s reputation. Let me reassure you: there are no dodgy deals here! Continued...
M 021 949 448 DDI 09 834 2855
[email protected] | www.realestatewestauckland.com | 1-3 Rhone Ave, Te Atatu Peninsula
Continued...
Real Estate Market Trends
When you trust me to sell your home, I will:
June-15
July-15
Aug-15
1) Act with the utmost integrity;
West Auckland
Aug-14
2) Work to find the highest price the market will pay for your property;
Median $ 515,000 700,000
711,000
741,000
No. sales
423
401
449
427
Median days
35
26
27
26
4) Complete the transaction in such a manner you will without hesitation refer me to family and friends.
Interest
6.74%
6.4%
6.24%
6.0%
To continually achieve the best result for my clients, I regularly attend professional development courses to keep up to speed with regulatory requirements and to maintain the highest level of competence and skill.
2 bdrm 3 bdrm 4 bdrm
510
3) Give full disclosure to all parties;
West Auckland Avg $ Rent Per Week 1 bdrm
Just for a Laugh A new business was opening and a friend of the owner wanted to send her flowers for the occasion. The flowers arrived at the new business site and the owner read the card, “Rest in Peace.” The owner was very angry, to say the least, and called the florist to complain. “Maam, I’m really sorry for the mistake and sorry you were offended,” said the florist, “But even worse, somewhere there’s a funeral taking place today and they have flowers with a note saying, “Congratulations on your new location.””
Daylight saving starts
Sunday, 27 September Move clocks forward one hour.
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Source: REINZ
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit. —Aristotle
So if you’re thinking of making a move in the next few months, please call me. I will listen to your needs and recommend the best course of action to help you achieve your goals. I’m also available to give you an estimate of what your home may be worth and to answer any questions about buying or selling real estate.
23 Zefiro Dr, Massey Marketed & sold by Joe
ANAGRAM SQUARE REARRANGE the letters in each row to form a word. Write your answers into the blank grid. The first letter from each word, reading down, will spell the mystery keyword. 1
C
A
L
P
E
2
E
O
S
E
B
3
N
I
W Y
D
4
T
I
E
H G
5
V
R
E
A N
1/11 Longreach Dr, Sunnyvale Marketed & sold by Joe
Enter the Draw to WIN Events Movie Money (value $60.00) What arrives in Spring? (see page 1.) Phone, txt or email your answer to 021 949 448 or [email protected]. Include your name, address and best contact number. Closes 5 October 2015 Congratulations to last month’s winner: Ezra Bowman
What people are saying about Joe…
1
Joe was recommended to us and he has not disappointed us in any way.
2
His dealings are ethical and honest and at no time have we had the usual thought of 'just another land agent'.
3 4
Chris & Karen
5 © Lovatts Puzzles
Anagram solution: PLACE, OBESE, WINDY,EIGHT, RAVEN Mystery keyword: POWER
Selling? Call Joe Voordouw today.
M 021 949 448 DDI 09 834 2855 Articles © 2015 Downright Brilliant
Buy West Realty Ltd MREINZ Licensed (REAA 2008)
”It costs no more to have my experience working for you.”—Joe Voordouw
Roll Up Your Sleeves for a Spring Spruce Up As spring heralds the arrival of daffodils, lambs, shorter sleeves and longer days, it’s also a great chance to spruce up your home. Here’s some simple ideas for cleaning up, clearing out and freshening up. Old News? Recycle old magazines and newspapers taking up bench space. The same goes for all those receipts, pamphlets or coupons you’ve been holding on to. This is a quick and easy way to instantly declutter! Past Its Use By? What’s lurking in your bathroom cabinet or pantry? Have a dig around and find those expired bottles of painkillers and cough syrup and get rid of makeup that hasn’t been used in over a year. Don’t forget to check the fridge and pantry for expired food items. Love It or Lose It Do you have copious coat hangers full of clothes but find you only wear a few staple items? Editing your wardrobe is a great way to streamline and save time in the mornings. Think, “When was the last time I wore this?” Give away clothes that don’t fit and rearrange the remainder by colour or style.
A Lick of Paint If you’re feeling adventurous, a fresh coat of paint can do wonders to dramatically change a room. Try creating an accent wall by painting one a contrasting or bright colour. Paint can really change things up! Small Details If you’re short on time, small touches can still help liven up any space. Flowers and potted plants are easy wins. Change the duvet in the bedroom or throw some patterned cushions on the couch. Add decorative street numbers to
10 Thornlow St, Glendene Marketed & sold by Joe
Time to welcome spring with style.
the fence and paint the letterbox for a bit of fun. Then invite everyone around for a first-of-the-season, spring barbecue; there will be no mistaking which house is yours!
50 Cyclarama Cres, Massey Marketed & sold by Joe
2/3 Pinedale Rd, Henderson Marketed & sold by Joe
No Dodgy Deals Here Real estate is a hot topic in the media: the Auckland housing crisis, foreign investors, Wellington’s mayor inviting Aucklanders to move to the Capital and, recently, two salespeople caught offering to help a property investor buy cheaply,
Selling? Call Joe Voordouw today.
then sell again quickly thus gaining the commission twice. Sadly, the actions of two individuals reflect badly on a highly-regulated industry which requires very high standards in order to maintain a licence to practice real estate. In fact, all real estate salespeople must adhere to a strict Code of Conduct and Client Care and abide by specific rules to protect buyers and sellers in the event of a conflict of interest. Breaching the law can result in licence cancellation, hefty fines and other possible penalties; not to mention the permanent damage to one’s reputation. Let me reassure you: there are no dodgy deals here! Continued...
M 021 949 448 DDI 09 834 2855
[email protected] | www.realestatewestauckland.com | 1-3 Rhone Ave, Te Atatu Peninsula
Continued...
Real Estate Market Trends
When you trust me to sell your home, I will:
June-15
July-15
Aug-15
1) Act with the utmost integrity;
West Auckland
Aug-14
2) Work to find the highest price the market will pay for your property;
Median $ 515,000 700,000
711,000
741,000
No. sales
423
401
449
427
Median days
35
26
27
26
4) Complete the transaction in such a manner you will without hesitation refer me to family and friends.
Interest
6.74%
6.4%
6.24%
6.0%
To continually achieve the best result for my clients, I regularly attend professional development courses to keep up to speed with regulatory requirements and to maintain the highest level of competence and skill.
2 bdrm 3 bdrm 4 bdrm
510
3) Give full disclosure to all parties;
West Auckland Avg $ Rent Per Week 1 bdrm
Just for a Laugh A new business was opening and a friend of the owner wanted to send her flowers for the occasion. The flowers arrived at the new business site and the owner read the card, “Rest in Peace.” The owner was very angry, to say the least, and called the florist to complain. “Maam, I’m really sorry for the mistake and sorry you were offended,” said the florist, “But even worse, somewhere there’s a funeral taking place today and they have flowers with a note saying, “Congratulations on your new location.””
Daylight saving starts
Sunday, 27 September Move clocks forward one hour.
280
290
300
300
355
375
390
385
440
460
460
470
550
555
565
Source: REINZ
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit. —Aristotle
So if you’re thinking of making a move in the next few months, please call me. I will listen to your needs and recommend the best course of action to help you achieve your goals. I’m also available to give you an estimate of what your home may be worth and to answer any questions about buying or selling real estate.
23 Zefiro Dr, Massey Marketed & sold by Joe
ANAGRAM SQUARE REARRANGE the letters in each row to form a word. Write your answers into the blank grid. The first letter from each word, reading down, will spell the mystery keyword. 1
C
A
L
P
E
2
E
O
S
E
B
3
N
I
W Y
D
4
T
I
E
H G
5
V
R
E
A N
1/11 Longreach Dr, Sunnyvale Marketed & sold by Joe
Enter the Draw to WIN Events Movie Money (value $60.00) What arrives in Spring? (see page 1.) Phone, txt or email your answer to 021 949 448 or [email protected]. Include your name, address and best contact number. Closes 5 October 2015 Congratulations to last month’s winner: Ezra Bowman
What people are saying about Joe…
1
Joe was recommended to us and he has not disappointed us in any way.
2
His dealings are ethical and honest and at no time have we had the usual thought of 'just another land agent'.
3 4
Chris & Karen
5 © Lovatts Puzzles
Anagram solution: PLACE, OBESE, WINDY,EIGHT, RAVEN Mystery keyword: POWER
Selling? Call Joe Voordouw today.
M 021 949 448 DDI 09 834 2855 Articles © 2015 Downright Brilliant
Buy West Realty Ltd MREINZ Licensed (REAA 2008)
