Selling Your Home For Dummies

Thinking of selling up but not sure whether it's the right time, or how to go about it? From helping you decide whether selling really is the best option for you, to finding an agent and choosing a sales method, all the way to exchanging contracts, this step-by-step guide covers all the practical, financial and legal aspects of selling your home.

Work out whether you're ready to sell - consider all the options and decide if selling is the way to go

Find out when you should sell - understand supply and demand, and time your sale perfectly

Choose a real estate agent who's right for you - find the best fit for you and your home

Set the right price - understand what drives the value of property and determine a realistic asking price for your home

Get your home looking its best before selling - find out whether a clean-up will do, or if it's worth renovating before you sell

Choose a selling method - get step-by-step instructions for selling by private treaty and auction

Understand the legal stuff - do the paperwork properly to ensure a smooth sale

Open the book and find:

In-depth information about working with property professionals

Strategies for selling first then buying, or buying first then selling

Tips and tricks for sprucing up your property for inspections

How to avoid over-capitalising

Everything you need to know about selling a holiday or rental property

Learn to:

Determine the best time to sell

Get your property ready for inspection

Set the right price

Choose between an auction or private treaty sale