From our team

Insights

Practical articles on selling, buying, renting and the questions behind a property move.

Selling costs

Can I sell without paying marketing costs upfront?

Yes, agreed campaign costs can be deferred with One Agency Select Realty. Here is how payment timing differs from free services—and what to confirm before you list.

House photographs and campaign planning materials

Selling costs

What should I ask about a property marketing budget?

Compare an itemised campaign plan, not a headline price. These questions help you understand the advertising, presentation and payment terms you are agreeing to.

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Online offers

What does my online property offer ranking actually mean?

Ranking shows relative position—not competing amounts, other buyers’ conditions or an accepted sale. Here is how to interpret it in our online offers process.

Two partners considering property offer documents

Seller decisions

Is the highest property offer always the best?

Price matters, but conditions and settlement timing matter too. A practical way to compare written offers without assuming the highest rank is the right choice.

Fresh interior paint being applied before selling

Home preparation

What should I fix before selling my home?

Start with presentation and genuine maintenance—not an automatic major renovation. Build a property-specific preparation plan before spending.

Mother and daughter receiving keys from a property manager

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Tenant and landlord responsibilities under the RTA 1986

The Residential Tenancies Act 1986 sets out clear obligations for both landlords and tenants. Understanding your responsibilities — whichever side you're on — helps avoid disputes and keeps tenancies running smoothly.

Two first home buyers at the gate of their new home

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First home buyer's guide to the Wellington region market

Buying your first home is exciting and, understandably, a little overwhelming. Here's a grounded, practical guide to getting started in our region.

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What is a conjunctional marketing authority?

If you've been told your property might be marketed "conjunctionally" with another agency, here's what that actually means and why it can work in your favour.

House keys and records exchanged during a handover

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Switching property managers: what a smooth handover looks like

Changing property managers can feel daunting, especially if you're worried about disruption to your tenancy or gaps in compliance. Done properly, a handover should be seamless for both you and your tenant. Here's what a good transition actually looks like.