What is the ‘true value’ of your property? In other words, is the value of your property reflective of its worth? I have had some clients come to me saying, “Anuj, I was not happy with the kind of appraisals I received in the past. I have put in a lot of time, energy, effort and money to make it what it is today.” It is very easy for an agent to say, “This is the market price, and this is the best you should expect considering other sales figures around this area.” But does that really solve the problem? Should an average, poorly maintained house next door really have control over your property’s value? Definitely not.
But even then, most of the homeowners looking to sell, get to hear what their neighbourhood properties are worth. That’s why I take a different approach. I work with my clients to get them the value they deserve for their houses. With the help of my trusted network of trade partners, I can work out a plan, so my clients get maximum return on their investments. Sometimes, a small investment of a thousand dollars can yield you much greater returns, if you know where to invest. And no, I am not talking about crypto or NFTs; I am talking about your house. ☺
So, if you are planning to list your property, and aren’t very happy with the kind of appraisals that you have received, let’s catch up for a no obligation (free) consultation, and work out a plan to help you get what your property deserves
ContactBuying a property is a big task. It takes months and sometimes even a year or more, to find your dream house. But while all of us take the process of buying a property very seriously, we completely underestimate the process that comes after – turning your dream house into a dream home. I think it is safe to say, that almost all of us do something or the other with our house when we buy one. Be it as basic as repainting, recarpeting, landscaping, or something much bigger. But as we don’t think this process through, it takes us a few months, if not years, to turn the house into our dream home.
I understand budget could be a concern. Who has the luxury to spend on things for the house, after spending all the money in buying that house? So, people start managing expectations, thinking “at least I have my own house. Yes, I can’t get a few things done now. So what? It’s a matter of a few months.” But deep down, they start living like a tenant in their own house.
Now imagine, the way you plan your finances with your mortgage broker to make sure you can afford the mortgage, get the best deal, pay a lower interest rate etc. what if you could plan the same way for your potential house too? For example, shortlisting the properties, working out what sort of changes you’d like, what kind of costs you are looking at, who could give you the best quote, and talking to the people who would actually work on those plans. Life would be much simpler, yes? You would probably negotiate a little harder on the house and save another 5K-10K. Use some of that money to get things done. Or use all the money to get the most important things done, so it feels like home. I help you exactly with that. Thanks to my trusted network of trade partners, I don’t only give you the best options, I could help you get a mate’s rate, so a little budget constraint doesn’t come in between you and your dream home. Want to start planning together? Let’s grab a coffee!
ContactWhile I work full-time as a Property Partner, I have also been into developments for a couple of years now and developing residential properties in West Auckland. So, if you are a budding developer interested in developments, or want to understand the space better, or want to invest in residential developments, or want to co-develop, feel free to reach out to me.
ContactThe most common and prevalent problem in the Auckland housing market is ‘deposit payment’. Aucklanders are often eligible to get a decent mortgage from the banks based on their salary, but most of them lack enough savings to pay for the deposit. Some of them get help from their parents/family, but a lot of them struggle, and don’t even dream of becoming a homeowner in their late 20s and early 30s. While I am not a financial expert, I know that a little planning goes a long way. I have seen people go from “There’s no way we can afford a house now.” to “We’ve bought a 4-bedroom house!” in 3 months. I am not joking! They could do it only because they got the right advice. If you wish to own a house, but don’t know where to start, feel free to reach out to me and I will point you to the right persons who can advise you and help you plan your finances, so buying a property in Auckland doesn’t feel like a far-fetched dream. ☺
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