LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches - Your Sales Journey

LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches

Our award winning office is highly regarded amongst our clients for our professionalism and the results we deliver in our local marketplace.

We pride ourselves on being driven to achieve success, but we’re also a company of genuine, committed individuals who work together as one team to help achieve your real estate dreams. Maintaining honesty, integrity and professionalism, we provide a level of service that is unmatched within the highly competitive real estate marketplace.

LJ Hooker is the most iconic real estate franchise in Australia with over 430 offices. As a part of this great network we receive branding unrivalled in our industry. Being part of Australia’s most trusted and best known real estate brand brings with it many advantages to the marketing of your property.

We take great satisfaction in our knowledge and professionalism whilst continuing to expand upon the expertise of all office members by regularly attending in-house training as part of the LJ Hooker network and exploring all opportunities for growth and development. This includes constantly keeping up to date with changes to property legislation.

We appreciate being given the opportunity to earn your business, exceed your expectations and share in your real estate journey.

Achieving Your Result

As you will see from the proposal, we provide a unique level of service that embraces all aspects of marketing and personal client contact.

Whilst achieving the highest possible price is the ultimate objective, LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches believes that this must be delivered with exceptional service. We individually tailor your marketing campaign, pay meticulous attention to every detail throughout the process and work proactively to ensure the sale is made with a minimum of stress to you.

From day one our primary focus is on developing a professional marketing program designed to sell your property for the best price in the shortest possible time.

Our innovative approach keeps the campaign as simple and straight forward as possible. A key aspect is our dedication to close personal communication and excellence in professional service. We listen to your individual requirements and deliver.

We strongly believe LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches is the best agency to market your property and look forward to the opportunity to work with you towards a successful settlement.

Choosing the Right Process

AUCTION (3 PHASE)

• Buyers purchase on an unconditional basis

• Fixed time frame for the sale

• Pressure is put onto the buyers to make decisions

• Competitive environment encourages buyers to bid more

• Greater likelihood of a higher sale price if multiple buyers bid

• Higher prices can be achieved

• Offers prior to auction can also be considered

• Creates urgency for buyers to show their interest

• Concentrated marketing can reach more buyers, more quickly

• Statistically, quicker sales are achieved for better prices

• Can be offered for sale by private treaty afterwards if passed in at Auction

PRIVATE TREATY

• Offers are presented with dictated buyer conditions

• More flexible time frames for sellers and buyers

• You set the price, together with your agent

• You have time (within reason) to consider any offers

TENDER, EXPRESSION OF INTEREST, BEST OFFER BY

• Fixed time frame for the sale

• Bids are kept confidential, which leads to buyers competing against themselves not others

• The seller has control: they don’t have to accept the highest tender if they don’t want to, but knowing this figure can lead to future negotiations

Your Marketing Strategy

SEE IT FIRST

We offer a unique, exclusive pre-release service where we launch your property to our database and ‘See It First’ Facebook page. This includes a genuine database of buyers that have previously missed out on properties and are in the market to buy NOW.

PHOTOGRAPHY

We have specifically hand picked our photographers who have conducted professional photo shoots. They personally edit the photos and then all photographs are returned to our office within 24 hours.

INTERNET

With 95% of your buyer interest coming from the internet industry sites, our office offers a premium internet package that maximises your exposure to potential buyers:

• Lifetime Premiere Listing on realestate.com.au

• Silver Listing on domain.com.au

• Exclusive Listing on ljhooker.com.au - Australia’s #1 single brand real estate website, that attracts over 90 million hits a month from over 500,000 unique visitors.

We will automatically list your property on a number of Australian real estate websites in addition to any listings on ljhooker.com.au and realestate.com.au as part of your tailored marketing strategy, including:

• ljhooker.com

• domain.com.au

• ratemyagent.com.au

• realestate.com.au

• homepass.com

PROPERTY MARKETING

• digitalpropertygroup

• realty.com.au

• irealty.com.au

• inspectrealestate.com.au

• listingloop.com.au

• homely.com.au

• prolist.com.au

• onthehouse.com.au

• soho

All of our brochures and signboards are created with the highest standard of photos with minimal text to ensure a large amount of interest is generated for your property. We provide minimal information in the marketing material to ensure potential buyers come through the open homes and contact us to make further enquiries.

Buyer Negotiation, Follow Up and Going Under Contract

FOLLOW UP ON ALL BUYERS

We guarantee that all prospective purchasers will be personally contacted in relation to their interest level regarding your property. This is where our active buyer list is generated from and is what we use to introduce buyers to your property. From that follow up, we will provide you with both negative and positive feedback regarding your property. This allows you to make educated decisions when an offer is made at an acceptable level.

NEGOTIATION WITH POTENTIAL PURCHASERS

We use a combination of both ‘Letters of Offer’ and ‘Written Contracts’, both of which have their specific purpose.

• Letter of Offer - This document is made available at open homes or show throughs to buyers upon request. It is an excellent document to gauge buyers’ interest and initiate the negotiation process.

• Written Formal Contract - This document will be used either at the pointy end of the negotiation process to bring a touch of seriousness to the negotiations or to formalise a deal and ensure the complete negotiations, including inclusions and exclusions, and the requirements of both Vendor and Purchaser are noted in the Contract.

PLACING YOUR HOME UNDER CONTRACT

Once a Contract has been completed, a copy of both the Executed Contract will be provided to the buyer to begin the cooling-off period. The cooling off period is 5 clear business days (unless sold by auction in which case no cooling off period is applicable).

Your Home is Under Contract

DEPOSIT

Once the contract has been executed, the purchaser will pay an agreed deposit to our office which is held in our statutory Trust Account up until settlement. These funds are then disbursed to the conveyancer upon their request in preparation for Settlement Day.

CONTRACT CONDITIONS

All conditions will be followed up by your agent personally. These conditions will be different with every offer. Every offer will be presented to you on their own merit and you being the Vendor will have the ability to modify them to suit your own requirements.

The negotiable elements and conditions of a contract will include:

• Price

• Settlement

• Deposit

• Inclusions and Exclusions

• Subject to Finance

• Subject to Sale

• Subject to Settlement

• Subject to Probate

PRE-SETTLEMENT BOOKING

We will source a settlement booking confirmation for your property no later than 24 hours out from your settlement time in writing from the conveyancer. This will ensure all parties are booked in for settlement and minimise any chance of problems on Settlement Day.

Settlement Day

Settlement times do vary but we expect settlement normally to be completed around 11:00am - 4:00pm. Your agent will arrange all aspects of the process with you so you are 100% comfortable with the process and the events of the day.

Once settlement has occurred, the conveyancer will go about disbursing your sale proceeds to you, as you have requested.

We Follow Up

Once settlement has occurred, we love happy buyers and sellers and even more so, we love ‘clients for life!’

We will follow up with you after settlement to ensure you are happy and to confirm there are no outstanding questions you may have.

Your agent’s personal mobile will always be available to you for anything you may need now, or for any of your real estate needs in the future.

Our Team Working For You

Throughout your sales journey you will hear from your agent quite frequently as they will be personally handling your campaign.

Our management and administration team will be there every step of the way to provide additional support.

Craig GillardLicensee / Auctioneer 0410 553 557 craig.gillard@ljhooker.com.au

Petra Gillard Director 0424 744 984 petra.gillard@ljhooker.com.au

Nick Pelucchi Operations Manager 0410 102 277 nick.pelucchi@ljhooker.com.au

Jaimen Cox Sales Administrator 07 4059 0594 sales.cairnsbeaches@ljhooker.com.au

In the Know 24/7 with the LJ Hooker Vendor App

Through the LJ Hooker Vendor App you will be able to be informed 24 hours a day, every step of the way through your sale journey.

The app offers you an overview of your listing details with links to your home on ljhooker.com.au, realestate.com.au and domain.com.au. The dashboard displays page views and other statistics. We are able to constantly update you every step of the way through your sale journey and you can connect directly with us through the app.

With the app, you will have exclusive access to articles, checklists and guides to assist you along the road of your sale journey.

REPORTING

Get up-to-date reporting on how your property is tracking on the major portalsincluding page views and buyer email enquiries.

AGENT UPDATES

Get push notifications updating you on the progress of your sale and your campaign timeline. Everything is recorded in one place so you never miss a thing.

Community

Community

COMMUNITY FOCUSED

LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches has been a cornerstone of the local community for over 20 years, epitomizing the essence of a family-focused real estate company. With a deep understanding of the unique lifestyle that the Cairns Beaches offer, our team has dedicated itself to serving the residents with unwavering commitment and expertise. Our strategic locations in Yorkeys Knob and Palm Cove enable us to provide unparalleled service and insights into the local property market. At LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches, we are more than just a real estate company; we are a part of the community, working tirelessly to help families during their property journey and create lasting memories in this beautiful region.

ANNUAL YORKEYS FESTIVAL OF THE KNOB

LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches has been a key supporter and sponsor of the Annual Yorkeys Festival of the Knob for many years, playing a crucial role in the celebration of this vibrant community event. Their long-term commitment has helped sustain and enhance the festival, allowing it to grow into a much-anticipated highlight in the local calendar. Through their sponsorship, LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches has contributed to the funding of entertainment, activities, and amenities, ensuring a fun and enjoyable experience for attendees of all ages. This enduring partnership exemplifies LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches’ dedication to community engagement and their investment in the cultural and social.

BARRON RIVER CRICKET CLUB

LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches has been a stalwart supporter and sponsor of the Barron River Cricket Club for many years. Their long-term commitment to the club has been instrumental in fostering the growth and development of cricket in the region. Through their sponsorship, LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches has helped provide essential resources, equipment, and funding for various club initiatives, contributing significantly to the club’s success on and off the field. This enduring partnership not only highlights LJ Hooker Cairns Beaches’ dedication to community involvement but also strengthens the bond between local businesses and sports organizations, creating a positive impact on the broader community.

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Awards

LJ Hooker Annual QLD/FNQ – Most Improved Properties Sold 2023

LJ Hooker Annual QLD/FNQ – Most Improved Salesperson Sold 2019

LJ Hooker Annual QLD/FNQ – Top Income Property Management 2019

Rate My Agent – Agency of the Year Winner – Yorkeys Knob 2024

Rate My Agent – Agency of the Year Winner – Yorkeys Knob 2023

Rate My Agent – Agency of the Year Winner – Yorkeys Knob 2022

Rate My Agent – Agency of the Year Winner – Yorkeys Knob 2021

Rate My Agent – Agency of the Year Winner – Yorkeys Knob 2019

Rate My Agent – Agency of the Year Winner – Clifton Beach 2019

Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year Winner – Yorkeys Knob 2022

Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year Winner – Palm Cove 2022

Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year Winner – Yorkeys Knob 2021

Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year Winner – Palm Cove 2021

Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year Top 5 – Cairns 2022

What Happens Now

Let us help guide you through your real estate journey.

1. Appoint us as your exclusive selling agent

2. You select your sale process and marketing strategy

3. Agency Agreement signed by all parties

4. Pre-qualified buyers are matched to your property, contacted and invited to inspect

5. Photo shoot and floor plan will be arranged

6. Your property is pre-released on ‘See It First’

7. Advertising and brochure booked and prepared

8. Signboard is installed within 48 hours

9. Property is launched to the internet

10. Open inspections are conducted

11. Systematic follow-up of potential buyers

12. Negotiation with buyers

13. We guide you through your settlement journey