Simply Property

Tips and strategies to help you secure the right home, hopefully at the right price, while avoiding common mistakes and pitfalls.

We cover topics like:

• One-on-one negotiating
• What to do in a multi-offer situation
• How to handle over-eager agents
• Tips to keep negotiations moving when you've maxed your budget
• Why you should try to avoid the 'mythical middle' trap
• How to maintain perspective throughout the process

The goal, as always, is to help you make smart property decisions!

For a written version of this episode, visit: https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/how-to-negotiate-like-a-pro-what-most-agents-dont-want-you-to-know/

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Do you work in real estate? Check out agentmonday.com

Own a rental property in Wellington? Use my personal property manager: simplyrentals.co.nz

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10 key pieces of real estate knowledge or ‘truths’ that I have learned throughout my career. These tips will help you make better decisions when buying and selling real estate.

For a written version of this podcast, visit my blog:

https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/10-property-truths/

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Do you work in real estate? Check out agentmonday.com

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Do you own a rental property in Wellington? Find my personal property manager at: simplyrentals.co.nz

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Markets can change quickly. Interest rates are going up, bank criteria are getting tougher, KiwiSaver balances are dropping and more properties are coming on the market every day. All these factors influence what buyers are prepared to pay for your home. As a seller, it's important to keep reflecting on what price you are expecting to understand if it's still in line with current market conditions.

Links:
Book a one-on-one consultation
Agent Monday - content and coaching for property professionals
Simply Rentals - property management (greater Wellington region)

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In this episode, Claire Tyler, partner at Wellington law firm Rainey Collins, answers common questions regarding the legal side of buying and selling real estate. Including:

• How to find a good property lawyer
• The role of a property lawyer - what they bring to the table
• When buyers and sellers should engage with a lawyer
• Disclosure obligations for sellers
• What to watch out for when buying off the plans
• The value of practical advice and understanding risk

We go in-depth on each topic and also cover simple questions, like: "What does the word conveyancing mean?"

Whether you are a first home buyer or seasoned investor, you will find value in what Claire has to say.

You can find out more about Claire at the Rainey Collins website:
https://www.raineycollins.co.nz/our-firm/our-people/claire-tyler

This episode was brought to you by the team at Simply Rentals - providing property management services to the greater Wellington region.

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In this guide, we'll take you through important aspects of your property to check on a regular basis. Our goal is to help you stay on top of your maintenance and keep your property in tip-top shape. In turn, this will help you maximise your returns.

We'll give you a specific list of tasks to tackle each year and warning signs to look for at each of your quarterly inspections.

For a text version of this episode, visit: https://www.simplyrentals.co.nz/post/proactive-rental-property-maintenance

Brought to you by the team at Simply Rentals.

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It's time for a little de-cluttering. In the interest of keeping things simple, this podcast is going to be focused on property education moving forward. The Good You Can Do is growing up and will now get its own room (channel).

We've been blown away by the positive response this series has generated so we've decided that it's ready to become a standalone project all of its own. Please follow the journey by searching for 'Good You Can Do' by name in your favourite podcast app! Plus, make sure you listen to the end of this episode to hear the hidden bonus content.

Stay in the loop at:
https://goodyoucando.com

New Spotify link for The Good You Can Do: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tTbw2nBgLBYbyQ9j4Ndp2
New RSS feed for The Good You Can Do: https://feeds.transistor.fm/good-you-can-do

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I often get asked if it's possible to invest in property in an ethical way. In this episode, I answer that question and provide tips to help you on your journey.

Topics covered include:

• Why you should avoid properties that suit first home buyers
• The benefits of hiring a property manager
• Why you need to have an emergency stash before investing
• How to build a good relationship with your tenants
• Why flexibility is key if you want to be a good landlord

If you are keen to learn more about this subject, check out:  How to buy your first investment property

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I recently helped my long-time property manager (Lynette Sletcher) set up her own company. If you own rental property in the greater Wellington region, check out https://simplyrentals.co.nz. Switching is easy and only takes a few minutes of your time.

You may remember Lynette from our previous episode together, how to be a cool landlord. She's an exceptional property manager, respected and sought-after by both tenants and landlords.

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Interview with Bryce Taylor from Ray White, Sandringham.

Bryce, and his business partner Josh Lowe effectively use video to help their client's homes stand out online, while having a bit of fun along the way. 

In our chat, we cover:

• How to attract extra buyers from surrounding suburbs using video.
• How to combine video with social media to maximise your result. How to maximise buyer engagement.
• Are certain properties better suited to using videos?
• Are videos expensive?
• How to hold buyers' attention past the first few seconds.

Visit their website:

https://www.joshandbryce.co.nz/

Follow Josh and Bryce on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/joshbrycere/

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Topics covered:

- Auction bidding strategy

- How to prep for an auction

- What to watch out for

- Vendor bidding

- Whether to offer early 

Plus a whole lot more. For a written version, visit:

https://bit.ly/3qgHKE4

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