Agents across the country battle this out every day. It's one of the most important decisions when selling your home - what is the best method of sale?

Both auctions and private treaties have their benefits and weaknesses, although it's important for an agent to note the mood of the market and the likely buyer when deciding on the best selling method.

It's often difficult to accurately predict the selling price and best method of sale for any property. However as with most decisions, it comes down to a simple review of the facts and circumstances.

1. The property
The property itself will strongly dictate the best sales method. If a property has some unique characteristics or unusual features, it may be hard to accurately price it against other properties on the market at the same time.

2. The price
By removing the price (in the case of auction), it enables the buyer and seller to meet (or not) at an agreed price. This then in theory should be the true value of the property.

3. The promotion
The marketing campaign required to sell an auction property should in reality be no different than one required for private treaty. The only additional (unusual cost) is that of the Auctioneer.

In the end, the real focus should always be on the seller and selecting the method of sale in the given market and area that will achieve the best result - and that is what matters - the client's end result.

But if you're worried about spending money, many properties only need a few thousand dollars spent on them to get them right for the market, and to help achieve a speedy sale and greater results.

We can advise you on what is required to give your property a great presentation that can be more than recouped in the final sale.