• What can I say if a real estate agent calls me?

  It’s not uncommon for real estate agents to cold-call private sellers — but you are under no obligation to engage with them, and you have the right to ask them not to contact you again. If you receive an unwanted call: Stay polite but firm. Let them know you’re selling privately and are not interested in agent services. Request they don’t call again. Ask them to remove your details from their database. Make a note of their name and agency. This is important in case you need toSome readers

• Do I give buyers a copy of the contract?

  Oftentimes a buyer will request a copy of the contract before even inspecting the property or making an offer - this is nothing to be concerned by. You can feel comfortable giving the buyer a copy of the contract, and it's actually good practice to do so. We recommend having a look at your state legislation also, to see what is required by law.Some readers

• An agent says they have a buyer

  You want to be beware of the circling sharks who want your listing. The mental discipline of a private seller is important, especially given that agents are masters at undermining the confidence of sellers so as to convince them to list with their agency.  Real estate agents are specifically trained in ways to do this, and it's no coincidence when an agent phones you about your listing and says things like "we have people ready to buy right now" or "we just sold the property up the road so youSome readers

• I haven't received enough enquiries

  We know it can be frustrating when enquiries are slower than expected. There are a number of factors that can influence enquiry levels, including: Market conditions or low buyer activity in your area Pricing that may not align with buyer expectations Presentation of your listing (photos, headline, description) Portal visibility and ranking Here are a few steps you can take from here: 1. Consider a Realestate.com.au upgrade Upgrading your listing can improve its visibilitySome readers