Stone Property News

Stone Property News.

Servicing Abermain, Weston, Kurri Kurri and surrounding areas.

13 Moase Street, Wallsend Welcome to the latest edition of the Stone Property News Servicing Abermain, Weston, Kurri Kurri and surrounding areas. This newsletter brings 4 sold properties, 2 new listings and 1 under offer. Dianne Nash who is an Abermain resident had an amazing experience with the sale of 13 Moase Street, Wallsend which SOLD at auction for $425,000. This property is now the 3rd property that has been SOLD within their family as myself being the listing and selling agent.

Selecting the right agent who offers the right marketing strategy and having an amazing presentation makes the difference. If you want to experience the Stone difference, “It’s not about the transaction, it’s about the Journey”. Give me a call today on 0413 478 655 to arrange a time to find out the new value of your property.

Debra Ford 0413 478 655 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au

Luke Walsh 0421 753 249

Preparing your home for a Winter sale.

If you’re thinking about selling this winter don’t think that you’re behind the eight ball.

Selling in the winter has some positive benefits that can’t be utilized during other seasons.

With less homes naturally being on the market, your home will be getting more attention from buyers. The buyers who are looking during this time of the year are extra motivated so being on top of your selling game is even more important.

1. Preparing your lawn for winter Most lawn varieties thrive throughout most of the year, but go dormant during the winter months. Winter can also be a critical time for your lawn’s overall health. If you want to maintain a healthy looking lawn throughout the winter and have it ready to spring back when the weather warms up, give it a little extra TLC in autumn. › Fertilising your lawn once a month before the cold sets in will help keep it healthy during winter. › A erating your lawn will loosen compacted soil. You can also spread gypsum to help break up subsoil clay. › Make sure the pH of the soil is at an optimal level of 6.5. › A s winter approaches, raise your lawnmower height. Longer blades of grass will help protect your lawn from frost. Longer blades of grass will also improve photosynthesis, creating a healthier lawn during the winter months when less sunlight is available.

2. Preparing your garden for winter Your garden may be in for a rough time in winter, especially if your plants aren’t indigenous to your location. There are a number of things you can do to protect them: › I f you are growing winter vegetables, a thick layer of mulch will protect them against the cold and help them thrive. › T horoughly weed and turn the soil. If you have some organic compost, spread some around and turn it into the soil. › I f you have plants that must be protected from frost, build light frames around them. In the evening, cover the frames with plastic or cloth to protect the plants from frost. Remove the covering first thing in the morning or the plants may get overheated during the day. › I f you have tropical or subtropical potted plants, move them to a protected area or indoors.

Reduce watering of potted plants in winter, when they need less moisture to survive. › W hen we experience heavy rain, make sure you have provide adequate drainage for your plants. › Rake fallen leaves and add them to your compost pile.

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3. Increase Lighting With the days being shorter during the winter, be sure that you have extra lights both inside and outside to brighten everything. Even if you are showing during the day. Be sure that you open all blinds or curtains to bring in as much natural light as possible.

4. Turn Up the Heat If a potential home buyer walks into a cold home, they will naturally have a “cold� connotation associated with your home. Also, if home buyers are uncomfortable they could duck out of the showing early before exploring your entire home. So, be sure to turn the heat up to a comfortable temperature for everyone.

5. Maintain Exterior of the Home Clearing the gutters and drains are not only good practice for every homeowner, it’s particularly beneficial to sellers because it keeps the property looking and functioning best.

This increases street appeal and decreases the chances of water damage or issues further into to inspection process.

6. Add Warm Seasonal Decor Cleaning and decluttering is always the name of the game. But on the other side of the coin, a sparse and sterile environment is not very welcoming. You want to create an atmosphere that will make people want to return and live in the home. Depersonalizing by taking photographs off the walls and kids artwork off the fridge is the first step. Decorating with warm and neutral textures is the second. Cozy, seasonal scents are strongly suggested as well to neutralize any lingering pet or food odors.

Source: domain.com.au/living/preparing-your-garden-for-winter/ lamacchiarealty.com/8-ways-prepare-home-winter-sale/

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JUST LISTED

12 Charles Street, Abermain - Auction Guide $360,000

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A great family start with room to move Buyers or investors looking for a solid freestanding residence on a spacious landholding would be hard pressed to find better value than this well presented home. Set on a large 1,597sqm block, it features fresh interiors and an extra deep backyard.

Debra Ford | 0413 478 655

Luke Walsh | 0421 753 249

JUST LISTED UNDER OFFER

65 Swanson Street, Weston $339,000-$359,000

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Great family living near essentials Peacefully set close by to green reserve land, this spacious home is perfectly located for bringing up a family. Weston Public School and playground is a two minute stroll away, and it is in close reach of village essentials and shops on Cessnock Road.

Debra Ford | 0413 478 655 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au

Luke Walsh | 0421 753 249

NEW PRICE

25 Bell Street, Greta - $700,000 - $770,000

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49 Aberdare Street, Kitchener - $329,000

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65/56 Carrs Road, Neath - $255,000 - $270,000 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au

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SOLD

4/19 Harle Street WESTON $190,000 › 9 Prospective buyers › 3 Inspections › 4 Open homes › 1 Offers

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223 Cessnock Road ABERMAIN $472,000 › 36 Prospective buyers › 9 Inspections › 19 Attendees › 3 Offers

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37-39 Scott Street WESTON $470,000 › 31 Prospective buyers › 16 Inspections › 19 Attendees › 4 Offers Sold after another agency had an unsuccessful marketing campaign.

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53 Maitland Street ABERMAIN $295,000 › 50 Prospective buyers › 19 Inspections › 34 Attendees › 4 Offers

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Proudly supporting our local community.

Stone Real Estate Hunter Valley are conducting an initiative called the Price Drive. We will provide a full report on current sale prices in the area and the change in trends for properties in our area.

The values in our area have had varied growth over the last few years and we have found that local residents are interested in knowing the estimated selling price of their property(s).

An updated appraisal may allow you to pursue other financial interests, take into account the current market conditions and sell or to ensure your property is adequately insured.

We are offering our expert opinion on prices of every property in our area.

What you will receive? › A list of comparable properties to yours that have recently sold › Results of our opinion on the current market value of your property How to participate?

Contact my associate Luke on 0421 753 249 or myself on 0413 478 655, we will then schedule an appraisal at a mutually agreed time.

Confidentiality will be adhered to for each property that we appraise. Whether you want to sell or stay, we hope you can participate and would love to meet you.

Selling your home is 80% planning and 20% doing.

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Our door’s open.

We are extremely happy to report our Cessnock office is now officially open. Please take the opportunity to pop in and say hello to our team. Whilst in the office ask for a quick demonstration of the state of the art marketing the Stone brand provide for our clients.

Alternatively make a quick phone call to our office and we can email you a short video displaying this industry leading technology. Speaking of which we are proud to report that Stone Real Estate have just been nominated as finalists in the categories of “Innovator of the Year” and “Boutique Network of the Year” at the REB Awards 2018. We look forward to meeting with you soon.

AWARDS 2018

FINALIST PROPERTY BOUTIQUE MANAGEMENT NETWORK MAJOR INDEPENDENT BOUTIQUE INDEPENDENT BUSINESS OF THE OFYEAR THE OFTHE THE YEAR OR OF THE YEAR 94–YEAR OR OF YEAR ---10 39 INDIVIDUAL OR LESS OFFICES OFFICE MORE OFFICES LESS AGENTS MORE AGENTS

Debra Ford | 0413 478 655 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au

AWARDS 2018

FINALIST PROPERTY INNOVATOR MANAGEMENT OF THE YEAR MAJOR INDEPENDENT BOUTIQUE INDEPENDENT BUSINESS OF THE OFTHE THEYEAR YEAR OR OF THE YEAR 94 YEAR OR OF ---10 INDIVIDUAL OFFICE MORE OFFICES LESS AGENTS MORE AGENTS

Luke Walsh | 0421 753 249