Agency Profile
Burnie
More Australians trust First National Real Estate because Burnie With over 550 offices throughout Australia and New Zealand, First National Real Estate offers the most dynamic and progressive property services available. We sell, lease and manage more property and we promise to put your interests first - at all times. You see, at First National, nothing gets in the way of you and your needs. Even though we offer the industry’s leading technologies, we never forget that real estate is all about people, lives, aspirations and emotions. So, although we’re high-tech in our approach, we’re high touch as well. Whether you’re buying, renting or selling, you’ll always be treated as our top priority.
Quality Estate agencies belonging to the First National Real Estate network are selected based upon their consistently ethical conduct, commitment to excellence, and superior local knowledge. They’re backed by the resources, systems and standards that only a large network can assure. So, whether you’re moving to another suburb, state, or country, we can help find your new home. If you’re looking for an investment, or for help managing your property, we’d love the opportunity to help with that too. It’s simple. At First National, we live, breathe and sleep real estate.
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Choosing the right agent First National Burnie
The real estate market is fast paces and in a constant state of evolution. Figuring out how best to sell your home, at any given point, is something that can be immensely stressful. We're conscious of dealing with people and their lives. The emotional as well as the rational. Since 1984 First National Burnie has diligently served out local community's real estate needs. From humble beginnings, First National Burnie has grown to a thriving team of 12 conscientious staff, ready to serve your needs. Our philosophy has never changed - act with honesty and integrity and always put the interest of your clients first. Utilising all the resources available to us through First National, as well as our many years of experience, we take time and care in dealing with your real estate needs. We regard our staff as partners in the business and select our team as much for their people skills as for their experience and track records. We back this up with demanding standards and quality systems. Our agency is enthusiastic and we're committed to constantly training to assure our procedures always deliver the best outcome for you. There’s no room for a pushy or confrontational approach - we favour cooperation and consultation.
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Expertise, Resources, Commitment, Process Four simple but powerful words. Once you appoint First National Burnie you'll see all four working in unison.
Expertise By providing housing solutions in the Burnie, Somerset and the surrounding localities for over 25 years, we have a long established track record for outstanding results in selling and managing real estate. Nothing helps more than a high level of awareness of our area's history, current affairs and emerging factors when it comes to the sale of your property.
Resources First National Burnie is backed by the resources of Australia's leading network. So, our website is optimised to ensure customers have the best chance of finding your property before someone else's; we use the most effective buyer and tenant matching systems to ensure no stone is left unturned, and our Best Practice Quality Assurance accreditation assures satisfaction. Having attained First National’s rigorous Quality Assurance - ISO 9001 accreditation, you can rest assured that our real estate practices are of the highest professional standard. Every staff member has systems and procedures to follow, all of which are regularly reviewed to assure compliance. This provides a uniform service standard - something that many businesses strive to attain but rarely achieve.
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Commitment At First National Burnie, we believe commitment defines the difference. Your First National Burnie team have over 80 years of combined experience in your local marketplace. As local experts in the "micro market" in Burnie and the surrounding areas, we are best placed to advise you on 'local' market trends. The team at First National Burnie know local values; possess local knowledge and have real experience with the local schools, shops and amenities. We can talk to a buyer first hand about the unique benefits of every location throughout our area that can positively impact a buying decision. As local residents we can relate to your property. What this means to you is many more buyer leads and inspections creating more competition and in the end, a selling price that has been MAXIMISED. Our team is small enough to stay personal to you; large enough to promote your property to the world. That's something we're very proud of. Experience is a resource that matters when it comes to achieving the best possible result.
Process Once listed with us, we immediately set about notifying our qualified buyer database that your home has become available. We don't sit about waiting for other marketing efforts to get underway. Your home will be showcased on the Internet and on various social media sites. Before your signboard arrives, we will have already been working hard, behind the scenes, creating momentum. The entire team at First National Burnie is committed to completing your sale with care, so you can be on your way to the next chapter in your life as soon as possible.
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Establishing the likely sale price of your home Right up front, we should point out that it's not uncommon for people to over-estimate the value of their home. It's only natural - your home, after all, means more to you than just about anyone else. It's also not uncommon for people to feel, or suspect, that agents inflate their estimates. It's true, in some cases they do. It's partly human nature to want to show enthusiasm, and a generous estimate is one way of demonstrating how keen they are for your business. Some agents see it as a form of flattery. There are more appropriate ways in which we can demonstrate our enthusiasm so we avoid this practice. Your property's value in today's market should not be dictated by what an Agent says, but rather what they evidence. Our goal is to provide you with a realistic range, one that's based upon our knowledge of the local market, its current dynamics as well as greater influences such as national and international economic conditions. We'll calmly and quietly arrive at a figure that ranges between conservative and optimistic, with due consideration for all the factors that come into play. The longer your home is on the market, the lower the final selling price. One of the first questions a buyer asks during the initial enquiry on your property is "how long has the property been on the market?" No buyer wants a home that seemingly no other buyer wants either. They often perceive there to be 'something wrong' with a home if it remains unsold after only a few short weeks. Ultimately, a realistic guide will help you achieve a better result!
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Preparing your home for sale Preparation and presentation is a critical factor to ensuring a successful sale and the best possible price. The emotional appeal of a properly present home, gardens and setting shortens the time on the market and dramatically increases competition from buyers. This recipe often leads to a higher selling price, whilst a neglected property sends out 'warning signals' to prospective buyers that are reflected in lower offers. So it is important to do whatever is possible to have your property looking its' absolute best by inspection day. First National Burnie is familiar with, and understands, differing buyer requirements. When given the choice of 2 options of equal value, the best presented is chosen first. To help us maximise your sale price, we have provided some tips that have proven to be invaluable to successful home sellers:
Consider re-configuring rooms If you are advertising a three bedroom home for sale then that is what people will be coming to see. Consider re-organising the rooms prior to the sale to show them to their best advantage. Hire or borrow some bedroom furniture, and put excess items in storage.
Tidy up the garden Keep in mind that first impressions count. Dig out weeds, put mulch on the garden beds, keep paths and the driveway swept, prune and shape trees and shrubs, and make sure rubbish bins are clean and tucked away.
Get rid of the clutter Crowded shelves and drawers can make rooms and storage space seem cluttered and smaller. Consider putting non-essential items in storage throughout the sale period.
Not everyone loves your pets as much as you! If you have pets, it's also advisable to keep them out of the house, or ask friends or family if they will look after them during inspections. Remember to air your house as well as store your pets bowls and toys prior to inspection.
Remember, first impressions should be 'profitable' ones! Set the scene for your prospective buyer. Draw attention to your home’s best features by displaying fresh flowers. Put some easy listening music on, but keep the volume very low. Some people like to leave fresh coffee brewing or provide a pleasant fragrance using essential oils.
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Marketing Selling your home in a competitive marketplace can be a little like speaking underwater. It's crucial to get the message through to every possible buyer in the market for a home like yours in the shortest possible time frame. The more interested parties, the more opportunity to maximise your sale price. Selling a valuable real estate asset worth many hundreds of thousands or more is not like selling a car, or a piece of furniture. Yet strangely, some people spend less on marketing their house than they would on a classified advertisement to sell an old couch. Experts suggest that one per cent of a property's value should be invested in its advertising. If a sale is not secured from our database of buyers, it would be our recommendation to invest in a promotion plan tailored to your property. To achieve the best result, this plan must expose your property to as many buyers as possible. As good as your property is, we are not selling it in isolation. Your property requires complete exposure to the market place to find multiple buyers. If we can connect buyers to your home emotionally, we can maximise your selling price. The greater the competition, the better the result! We take care to consult you on the detail of a marketing campaign that will suit you right down to the ground. When we've completed your appraisal, we'll make a recommendation and arrive at a marketing campaign through consultation.
Technology Nine out of ten people start their search on-line whether they're searching to buy, rent or sell a property because it's faster and way more convenient. But with so much information available on-line, consumers rightly demand ease of access. That's why First National offers a national website and every member office has its own independent website, search engine optimised to ensure customers can find our listings as easily as possible.
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Our sophisticated, yet simple to use real estate search function enables consumers to find a large range of property types Australia wide, including Residential, Commercial, Rural, Fine Homes, Rental and even Holiday Accommodation. Our digital window displays have been one of our latest advancement in giving our clients access to the most up-to-date information. First National Burnie has access to a broad range of superior technologies that help facilitate the provision of first class customer service. We are able to match your property's details to our registered buyers who are contacted electronically and immediately to make the inspection appointment. Welcome to First National Utopia; exclusive to First National Burnie.
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First National Burnie The community and the environment At First National Burnie we believe in supporting our local community which is why we raise funds in support of the First National Foundation. The First National Foundation supports programmes that deliver tangible benefits nationally - such as the Red Cross Emergency REDiPlan project. Emergency REDiPlan helps prepare Australian communities for emergencies, assists in the response to them while they're underway, and helps with the recovery process as well. In a nation affected by bushfires, droughts, floods and cyclones, First National's philanthropic efforts go a long way toward helping on all fronts, we don't just respond to isolated incidents. We also take the environment seriously. By making an effort to educate the community about small changes that can be made at home to reduce energy consumption, we hope to help people take steps not only to save money, but the planet as well. Naturally, we've taken steps to encourage increased energy efficiency and sustainability in our own office as well. First National offers a range of energy efficiency guidebooks and advisory documentation. Ask us for a copy.
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