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One question I hear more often from vendors is, “What marketing do you include for free?”
It’s a fair question. Selling a property is expensive enough, particularly in a market where people are conscious of where every dollar is being spent.
But perhaps the better question is: is free marketing actually better marketing?
I don’t believe it is that simple.
Every property is different.
A first home, lifestyle property, waterfront home or development opportunity can all require very different approaches to finding the right buyer.
The purpose of marketing isn’t simply to advertise a property. It is to create attention, reach the right audience, present the property in its best light and generate genuine buyer engagement.
Sometimes that can be achieved through the marketing an agent already provides. Other properties may benefit from professional photography, video, drone imagery, targeted digital advertising or a campaign specifically designed to reach buyers outside Marlborough.
The important thing is that additional marketing should have a purpose.
I don’t believe vendors should spend money simply because an agent has a long list of marketing options. Equally, I don’t believe “free” should automatically be the deciding factor when choosing an agent.
When you are selling one of your biggest assets, I believe the conversation should be about strategy, exposure and results.
Ask your agent: Who are we trying to reach? Why are we using this strategy? How will we know if it is working?
Because the cheapest marketing isn’t necessarily the best value.
The real question isn’t what the marketing costs. It’s what the marketing is designed to achieve.
Article by;
Rob Ilott
Picton Branch Manager
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We’re pleased to share that the 2026 Keir Wilkinson Memorial Golf Tournament raised $81,904.20 for Nelson Tasman Hospice - surpassing last year's total of $80,827.
This brings the incredible total raised over the past 5 years to $371,904 for Nelson Tasman Hospice.
This tournament continues to be a wonderful way to remember Keir Wilkinson, a much-loved member of the Summit sales team whose energy, character and passion for the game left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him. It's fitting that his memory lives on through a day that brings people together for good golf and an even better cause.
Support like this matters more than many realise. Nelson Tasman Hospice currently receives just over half of its operational costs from government funding, leaving a shortfall of more than $4 million that needs to be fundraised every single year. That gap is bridged by the generosity of the community, the Nelson Tasman Hospice Shops, and events just like this one - all going toward ensuring local families have access to free hospice care when they need it most.
Huge thanks to Glyn Delany for once again spearheading this outstanding event. It takes a huge amount of time, planning and coordination to deliver something of this scale.
Massive thanks also to everyone who contributed their time and effort; from planning, sponsorship and admin through to marketing, logistics, fundraising, donations, the auction and support on the day. And a massive thanks to the contributing sponsors, supporters and golfers for making it another great day out on the Nelson Golf Course. It’s greatly appreciated, and a great example of what we can achieve when we pull together for a cause that matters.
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When we think of spring, we often think of September 1st and a flood of new listings. But in my experience, November is often a very high sales-count month, so my number one tip is to consider launching in September or early October.
Why? Because in a buyer’s market, you’re not just competing for buyers - you’re competing with other sellers. Launching your property before one or two similar homes hit the market in your price bracket and immediate location could help you stand out.
So, what can you do now?Get into the garden.
Give everything a hard prune now, allowing time for gardens to bounce back and look their best.
Think about pollen.
Our region's spring pollen can be a real pain when trying to keep a home looking pristine, so plan your launch timing carefully.
Check everything works.
Walk through your home and test lights, taps, doors, appliances, heating and those little things you may have stopped noticing.
Get a second opinion.
Ask an agent or trusted friend to walk through your home and give you an honest assessment. When you live somewhere, you become blind to things a fresh set of eyes will immediately notice.
And something else you may not have thought about…
Are you ready to buy?
Have you spoken to your mortgage broker? Do you know what you can afford? Have you worked out your wish list and purchasing strategy?
Spring is likely to bring a large influx of listings, so being prepared could put you in a much stronger position when the right property comes along.
There are plenty of other tips and tricks, but the key is simple: start planning now, before everyone else does. Thinking of making a move this spring? Get in touch, book your free market appraisal today.
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Article by;
Callum Gilchrist
Stoke Sales Manager
027 332 2689
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