Decide: Is Selling Right for You?
Thinking about selling your home? This guide helps you weigh your options, understand costs, and plot your selling journey—step by step, your way.
Step 1: Decide
Should I Sell?
Decide with Confidence.
Not sure if it’s time? We’ll help you weigh your options—no pressure, just clarity.
“The journey starts here. This step saves you stress later.”
Should I Sell Now?
Deciding to sell is big. Consider your current goals, the local market, your financial situation, and where you’ll go next. NZ Seller’s Decision Checklist.
Should I Use an Agent or Sell Myself?
Agent: Handles marketing, viewings, paperwork, negotiation.
Private sale: More legwork, save on commission, control the process.
- Agents usually achieve wider reach and can handle complex deals.
- Private sales may save you 2–4% commission, but require time/confidence.
What Will It Cost?
Here’s a rough comparison for a $800,000 home in NZ:
| Agent Sale | Private Sale | Hybrid Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commission | 2.5%–4% ($20k–$32k) | – | 1%–2.2% ($8k–$18k) |
| Marketing | $800–$2,500 | $800–$2,500 | $800–$2,500 |
| Legal Fees | $1,500–$2,500 | $1,500–$2,500 | $1,500–$2,500 |
| Typical Total | $23,000–$37,000 | $2,500–$5,000 | $10,000–$21,000 |
What’s The Selling Journey?
1. Decide to Sell
2. Prep & Stage
3. Value & List
4. Market & Show
5. Negotiate & Accept
6. Settle & Move
"We sold privately and used the checklists which saved over $15,000 and kept us calm. It was still hard but the guides really helped make things easier!”
— Ruth of Christchurch
“I nearly went private, but the quiz showed me I was better with an agent. Much better.”
— Ngatai, Greater Wellington