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Not sure where to start?
Talk to your family about your wishes to sell the family home, so they are part of the process from the start
There’s never an easy time to let go of a family home and it’s normal to have some trepidations
Open communication with other family members can help the decision come more naturally, and generally help achieve a better outcome
Downsizing can allow you to liquidise an asset which may help set you up financially as you approach retirement It’s worth considering including the opportunity to make voluntary contributions into your super (read more at www.ato.gov.au) and whether selling your home will impact your pension (read more at moneysmart.gov.au).
Contact us for an obligation free, complimentary property appraisal Once you have a better understanding of what your current property is worth, you can begin planning when and how you should take your property to market, and how much you can afford to pay for a new home or rental. This could be simply in a smaller property or perhaps in a retirement community
Relevant experience selling properties similar to yours in your price range. Strong reviews and positive feedback from past clients
Local knowledge of the market and how to sell for your neighbourhood
Large database of active buyers who could be interested in your property.
Good honest communication and personal rapport with you and buyers
Professionally licensed in your state
Is sensitive to the emotion surrounding selling your home.
Will help make your transition as seamless as possible
5. TALK TO A TRUSTED MORTGAGE BROKER
Mortgage brokers work in your best interest, to find the right finance solution for you A Loan Market mortgage broker will help you understand your options and the right way forward when it comes to downsizing your home This includes, organising a bridging loan to cover the period between when you buy your new home and when you sell. If you don’t already have a trusted mortgage broker, we’ll put you in touch with our local Loan Market broker.