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Planning a Move? Start With a Realistic Timeframe, Not a Hopeful One
Most sellers start with a hopeful timeframe, not a realistic one. Here's how long homes are really taking to sell in Wellington, and why the right price matters.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
1 day ago2 min read


The Market Doesn't Decide Your Price. You Do.
Sellers think the market sets their price. It doesn't. Here's what actually decides where your Wellington home lands in its price range, and how to aim high.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
1 day ago2 min read


The Art (& Often Missed Opportunity) of Negotiation
Most sellers underestimate negotiation. After 500+ Wellington sales and selling four of our own homes, here’s what actually moves the final price.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
Jul 214 min read


Buyer Information Pack: What to Gather Before Selling Your Wellington Home
LIM, building report, chattels, work-done list and disclosures. What we gathered before selling our own four Wellington homes, and why a good information pack sells your property faster.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
Jul 103 min read


We Just Sold Four of Our Own Wellington Properties. Here's What Actually Got Them Sold for More
Staging, images with rizz, full marketing and no-price strategy. How we promoted four of our own Wellington sales. The Vendor Diaries, entry 5.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
Jul 84 min read


How to Choose a Real Estate Agent in Wellington
Choosing a real estate agent in Wellington is one of the biggest decisions in your sale. Here's what to look for, what to ask, and what to walk away from.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
Jun 243 min read


Interior Fixes Before Selling: What We Did, What We Skipped
Entries 1 and 2 covered the outside. Now we're inside — and this is where sellers tend to either overspend or underspend. We've seen people spend $40,000 on a kitchen renovation that returned maybe $15,000 extra. We've also seen people ignore a leaking shower that cost them $20,000 at the negotiating table. Here's what we actually did across our four Wellington properties — and what we'd skip. The rule we used: Fix anything that a building inspector will flag or that a buyer
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
Jun 123 min read


Wellington's Tight Housing Market: What You Need to Know
Wellington housing shortage 2026: low stock means more competition. Quick advice for sellers and buyers right now – no fluff.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
Jan 232 min read


How Long Does It Take to Sell a House in Wellington? Spring Market Update
Wondering how long it takes to sell a house in Wellington? This Spring, buyer numbers are strong but stock is limited. With the right preparation plan, you can be on the market in as little as a week. Here’s how Leonie & Steve make it happen.
Leonie and Steve - Harcourts Wellington
Sep 15, 20252 min read



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