13th & 20th December 2014
SELLING OVER SUMMER There’s little doubt that spring is the season when most people contemplate selling their home. But that doesn’t mean no one sells in summer or that there are no buyers out there. On the contrary, with fewer properties on the market, competition can often be fierce. Properties that have a fantastic ocean view or an inviting outdoor entertaining area for example, will generally sell very well in the warmer months. Choosing the right real estate agent can make all the difference with a summer sale so ensure your agent has the necessary local knowledge and experience to maximise the value of your property. The right agent will also work in consultation with you to decide the most appropriate sales method and marketing strategy for this time of the year.
Yarraville
104 Somerville Road 9316 9000
Williamstown 1/66 Douglas Parade (Corner Stevedore Street) 9393 1600 www.jasstephens.com.au
At any time of the year, but particularly in quieter times such as summer, it is essential for vendors to price their properties realistically. Homes that are overpriced will not sell quickly no matter how well presented.
Craig J. Stephens Managing Director / Officer in Effective Control M 0418 547 938
Preparing your property for a sizzling summer sale is no different to other times of the year. De-cluttering, completing any maintenance jobs as well as a coat of paint where needed are all constructive ways to guarantee you showcase your place in the best possible light. Gardens tend to grow more vigorously over summer though so more regular mowing and weeding may be required before and during the sales campaign. Flexibility and extra understanding with open for inspections is also another consideration as some potential buyers may need to bring along their rowdy kids who are enjoying the school holidays.
Jas H Stephens Pty Ltd (Jas Stephens) is bound by and adheres to the Australian Privacy Principals (“Principals”) contained in the Privacy Act 1988. Those Principals regulate most of our activities with respect to personal information collected, stored, used and disclosed by is. Our full privacy policy can be found at www.jasstephens.com.au. The purpose for which we may collect, hold, use and disclose your personal information are:-for security reasons- to keep a record of who has attended open inspections; to contact you in respect of the property and other properties we believe may be of interest to you; to provide you with a contract of sale and other documents you may request; to update you generally through the course of the campaign. We may also use your personal information to market other properties which we think may be of interest to you and to send you marketing material from our agency. You can always “opt out” if you do not wish to receive marketing material. By providing your personal information you consent to us using your personal information as described above. If you choose not to give us your information, we may not be able to provide an effective service to you. Your personal information is stored in a combination of computer facilities and paper based files and other records, which are located on site at our office and off site at secured premises. If you would like to discuss how we manage your personal information or complain if you think we have breached the Principals or to update/correct the information we are holding please call 9316-9000 or email privacyofficer@jasstephens.com.au We have obtained all information in this document from sources we believe to be reliable, however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations. We strongly recommend that you clearly register your interest with our representative at the open for inspection, so that in the event of a sale being imminent, your position is protected. We make every effort to contact all interested parties prior to a property being sold.
MEET THE TEAM
ALEX TEEUWSEN Personal Assistant to: George Alexander
NATHAN GLEESON Sales Consultant
REECE GOSSTRAY Projects Sales Manager Banbury Village Sales Manager
HELEN CORALLO Personal Assistant for Branko Lemaic & Tate Moore
MARCUS FREGONESE Senior Sales Consultant & Auctioneer
LEWIS FORD Sales Consultant
Mobile 0487 648 159
Mobile 0409 556 584
Mobile 0418 378 276
Mobile 0438 591 785
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NICOLE GRECH Marketing Manager
LACHLAN MCCRAW New Business Development Manager – Rental Department
DARIA BECK Rental Department Manager
NICOLE SMITH Leasing Consultant Rental Department
SUE STEVENS Property & Finance Consultant
MAX WALLER Director Provincial Home Loans
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Here’s to a great Summer! Don’t you just love summer? It’s a great time for fun in the sun. A time to enjoy with family and friends and take a break from the hectic year. At Jas Stephens, we love real estate so much that it’s part of our everyday lives. Even on the holidays, we live and breathe real estate. We hope you enjoy the summer break and remember, if you’re thinking about real estate too, we’re here and open for business. In fact, now is a great time to plan for the year ahead. Give us a call – we would love to help you with all your real estate needs, even on the holidays.