Placing your property for sale on the market can be a stressful and complicated process, so it's a good idea to have some professional help to guide you on your journey.

If you are considering selling real estate in Wollongong then you may wish to consider some of these helpful tips in order to help make the process run a little quicker and to smooth some bumps along the way.

1. Presentation

It goes without saying that presentation is one of the most important things to focus on when selling real estate. How your home looks in photographs and in open homes will give your potential buyers a lasting impression.

Consider staging your home with rented furniture in order to utilise the available space and features your house has to offer. Depending on what type of buyers your house attracts, you may wish to cater to their taste – for example, renting a playhouse in the backyard if it's a family home to show the possibilities your home has.

2. Get it ready for the move in

Make sure everything in your house is in working order and up to date for when the new owners move in. Things such as broken, outdated ovens and rusty water pipes won't add much appeal to your property, so do a little DIY or hire someone to do some maintenance for you before you put your home on the market.

It may also be a good time to consider renovations for areas such as kitchens and bathrooms to add extra value to your home.

3. Be generous with viewings

It can be very frustrating for buyers to try and view a property that they like, but the owners have not allowed weekend viewings. Put yourself in a buyer's shoes, and be lenient with viewing times so that you can get more people through your property.

Whether you're thinking of selling houses or apartments in Wollongong, it's important to seek the advice and guidance of a professional. MMJ Real Estate has a number of seasoned agents who can help you to navigate through the house selling process from start to finish.