Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What are your operating hours?
8am to 5pm Monday to Saturday. You can contact us via our Contact Page
How do I contact you?
You can contact us via Phone, Email, our Contact form or via our Facebook Page. You can contact us via the Contact Page
What services do you offer?
We provide services for selling residential property including home appraisals, recommendations, marketing and assistance to get your property sale ready. You can learn more about our services via our Services page
Do you Sell Residential Property?
Yes, we specialise in selling residential properties in and around the Toowoomba region. You can learn more about our services via our Services Page
Do you offer Property management?
No, we don’t offer Property Management
What areas do you offer property sales?
We specialise in selling all types of residential property across Toowoomba and its surrounding areas.
You can contact us via the Contact Page
For Sellers
What should I consider when selling a property in Toowoomba?
When selling property the main factors to consider are strategy, presentation and choosing the right agent!
Contact us to discuss how we can help you in selling your property
How do I prepare my property for sale?
Presentation can be key to maximising the price of a property.
There are many elements that to consider when preparing your property:
- Simple things like decluttering, improving lighting, depersonalising.
- Cleaning inside the house and tidying the outside areas and gardens can have a huge impact on improving the presentation of your home.
- House washing, painting, minor updates, and staging can also certainly make a big difference if needed.
Contact us to discuss how we can help you in preparing and selling your property
How do I determine the selling price for my property?
We firstly look at comparable properties that have sold recently in the area to give us a guide or market value of your home, then we come up with a complete strategy to assist in maximising the sale price.
Request a property valuation via our Contact & Valuation Form
What are the costs associated with selling a property?
The basic costs when selling property are for marketing, commission and conveyancing.
There can also be costs associated with preparing your property for sale if required such as painting and staging.
The biggest cost however can be choosing an agent without the necessary skills to guide and execute a successful campaign.
If you are looking for an Agent who knows the Toowoomba market then reach out via our Contact Page
Do I need a real estate agent to sell my property?
You don’t need a realestate agent to sell, however mistakes can be costly. An experienced and skilled real estate agent is generally worth their weight in gold.
The guidance and specialised expertise that an agent can offer will maximise the sale price and take the stress out of selling.
Contact us to discuss how we can help you in selling your property.
How do I choose a real estate agent?
The most important criteria when choosing a real estate agent is firstly choosing someone with experience, as,mistakes can be costly.
Choose an agent that you are comfortable with and can trust, an agent that can explain their strategy and processes easily.
Always be wary of an agent that simply promises you a great price, it is not the promise of a great price that achieves a great result, it’s the processes and strategy.
Contact us to discuss how we can help you sell your property.
Do I need a solicitor or conveyancer when selling my property?
Generally speaking it is recommended to use a conveyancer when selling your property unless you are skilled in this area.
Do I need to organise a building and pest inspection as a seller?
Generally not, this is usually organised by the Buyer. However, It can depend on the selling strategy. Sometimes for instance, like with auctions, it is beneficial to have a building and pest report to show potential bidders.
Contact us to discuss strategies and how we can help you sell your property.
For Buyers
What should I consider when buying a property in Toowoomba?
Toowoomba is a great place to live and buy property. When looking at buying property it is good to be organised so that when you find that right home you are able to act on it quickly.
This includes having your finances ready to go, and a good conveyancer to support you through the process will make life much easier.
Other than that, do your research and look at plenty of properties, so when you find the right one you will know.
You can check out Properties for sale via our Website.
How do I find properties for sale?
You can find properties we are selling via our website. Then you can jump on to websites like Realestate.com or Domain.com.
It is recommended to frequently check these websites as new properties are coming to market daily and this is where most homes are advertised.
Sometimes there will be off-market opportunities where a home is not currently advertised. Agent may have properties available to purchase this way also.
Do I need a solicitor or conveyancer when buying a property?
Generally speaking it is recommended to use a conveyancer when buying a property unless you are skilled in this area.
There are a number of checks and searches that a conveyancer may recommend to ensure the home you are buying is up to standard.
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What are the costs associated with buying a property?
The standard costs when buying a property are the purchase price, building and pest inspection reports, conveyancing costs, stamp duty where applicable and moving costs.
What is stamp duty?
Stamp duty when purchasing a property is a tax that state and territory governments charge on the transaction.
Stamp duty can vary depending on the type of property you are buying and the reason you are purchasing it.
There are generally concessions for first-home buyers, it is recommended to check with a financial professional on what your stamp duty would cost you.
You can learn more about Stamp Duty via the QLD Government Transfer Duty Webpage and also the Transfer Duty Estimator
Do I need to organise building and pest inspection as a buyer?
Sometimes a building and pest inspection report is supplied by the seller of a home but more often than not it will be up to the purchaser to organise a building and pest inspection for the house they buy.
Here is some information from the QLD Government about Property Inspections.
How do I get a mortgage?
We recommend using a good mortgage broker who will work on your behalf to find a lender that best suits you and your situation.
Quite often a mortgage broker will give you multiple options from different lenders to consider.
You can check out the QLD Government “Choosing a home loan” information page for more things you need to consider when getting a home loan.