Simple Steps To Prepare Your House For Sale.

If you want your house to sell for the best possible price here are some easy, quick steps to spruce up your house for sale and show prospective buyers why they should choose your house to buy.

1.       Wash windows inside and out.  Handy hint is to mix baby shampoo with water.  No streaks guaranteed.

2.       Trim bushes.  Show off your garden, nothing worse than everything overgrown as this gives the buyer that not looked after feel.

3.       Buy potted flowers for colour.  Place throughout your garden or on verandas.  Colour always cheers people up.

4.       Wash curtains and open windows.  You want the fresh, clean and airy feel.  Hint is to spray the curtain with a mild scent, so as the wind blows the scent disburses throughout the room. 

5.       Sand and polished floorboards.  Hiring a sander is not expensive and the difference in the floorboards is amazing.  Truly worth every cent.

6.       Buy towels that are only used for open inspections or when you get that call from the agent wanting to come around in ten minutes, you will always have clean fresh towels to display in your bathroom.

7.       A welcome mat.  First impressions are what counts.

Above are a few simple steps that I hope will help you getting the best price possible for your home.

Lea Kozaruk

Century 21 Coast Property

Home security for Holiday Season

With summer just around the corner, Century 21 Coast Property encourages both home owners and renters to be extra vigilant with home security as we prepare to take holidays and will be spending increasing time outdoors.

With our sunny afternoons getting longer people head to Shelly Beach, The Entrance Baths, or stroll along The Entrance Boadwalk after work for some summer fun or relaxation, this gives burglars with a prime opportunity for theft as homes are often not locked up adequately as we know we will be returning shortly.  It only takes a thief approximately 50 seconds to actually break into your home.  Always lock your house even if returning in five minutes.

If your going away for the holidays Century 21 Coast Property, advise actions such as:

1          Letting a friend or neighbour know when you are going away

2.         Ask your neighbor to keep on eye on your mail box and have newspapers picked up off your lawn. 

3.         If your paper is paid delivery cancel it while your away.

4.         Ask your neighbor to put your rubbish bin out and in the same evening.

5.         Place a timer switch on an interior light and make sure sensor lights are in working order.

6.         Don’t discuss your holiday plans in a public place.

7.         Trim shrubs and bushes around windows and entry way.

8.         Do not leave keys in any hiding spots around your home

9.         Turn your phone volume down and never leave a message stating you are away.

Century 21 Coast Property is hoping with the above preparation you can go away,enjoy  your holiday with the family without the worry of “have we done enough to secure our  home?

Written By Lea Kozaruk

Tips For Your First Investment Property

Century 21 Coast Property have noticed an increase in the number of first time investors in today market, and thought it may be timely to pass on some tips for the first time property investor.   

As always, speak to your local expert at Century 21 Coast Property about your property needs and wants, and seek financial advice if required, but here are a few tips to begin with:

Do Your Research: There is nothing like information sought first hand to know what you’re dealing with. Read books, read relevant magazines and speak to people whose advice you trust. You can also log directly onto our web site www.century21.com.au for information that will definitely help. Find out as much as possible about any investment you are considering and make sure you really understand the pros and cons of the choosing a particular investment asset or strategy. Take the time to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of the investment you’re considering against your financial goals. Often people purchase an investment property at The Entrance, Toowoon Bay or Blue Bay, all of which are along the ocean, end up retiring in what started off as their investment. 

Establish An Investment Strategy: Your investment strategy is going to dictate what type of property you end up purchasing, and where you look for it.  The ocean front unit over looking The Entrance with great cafes in walking distance or a property at Long Jetty, close to transport on a large block.  There are different highlights to different suburbs.   Also make sure you understand and are comfortable with the risks associated with any investment you are considering. Like any investment, investing in property carries risks, and generally the higher the risk the higher the returns but you need to ensure you are happy with the risks you are taking.

Once you’ve found a property, be sure to inspect it thoroughly and research the surrounding area. It’s difficult at times, but it needs to be done and to help maintain perspective, ensure you obtain a building inspection report before moving forward.  Always talk to one of the property managers at Century 21 Coast Property who can answer all your questions regarding the responsibilities of your managing agent.

Investing in property can be a highly rewarding experience, when your decisions are made with the backing of solid research and information. With this in mind, you can be confident in your purchase, and start looking for your next addition to your portfolio!

Written By Daniel York