Bayleys News

Build your dream!

August 3, 2017 by admin

New Zealander’s are known for many things. We’re known for our love of the great outdoors, our sporting prowess, our can do attitude and number 8 wire mentality; we’re also known for embracing life, and there are certain rites of passage that many young Kiwis still fulfil today. The great OE is one, and with that done and dusted, many New Zealander’s return home with pockets full of pounds or US dollars to settle down in the best country in the world… Home. Queue your second right of passage, becoming a homeowner, or if you’re hard-core Kiwi, building your own home!

Building a home is a big step, and there’s lots of research to be done. As is so often the case it’s likely that much of your initial research will take place online, so we thought we’d share five websites for you to visit, that will help you build your dream.

Explore your options. There are several routes you can take when considering your build. A home and land package where design and build companies usually manage the construction process from start to finish. A kit set home, which usually comes with the plans and materials you need to build your home, leaving it up to you (or your builder) to manage the construction process. A customised home, where you work with an architect or draughtsman, and your chosen builder and tradespeople, this method will often result in you managing the entire project yourself. There are pros and cons to each option, and ASB Bank has written a blog which explores these. Read it HERE.
Think about finishes. Go to as many homes and building expos as you can. The Auckland Homeshow, one of the largest in the country, takes place in September over five show days at the ASB Showgrounds. Over 500 exhibitors will showcase the latest products, services and trends in renovations, building, furnishing, home improvements and outdoor living. Visit their website.
Consider due process. The Marlborough District Council website has all the local information you’ll need on building consents. Here’s the page you need to visit.
Crunch your numbers, then crunch them again! Set a realistic budget, and include an overrun contingency. You may find a subscription to the New Zealand Building Economist helpful.
Find a dream section. Stage 6 sections at Boulevard Park on Taylor are expected to be released in October 2017. Visit www.boulevardpark.co.nz for absolutely everything you need to know. Or register your interest with your preferred Bayleys salesperson today.

Keeping the wheels turning

July 31, 2017 by admin

We’re thrilled to be the brand new sponsors of the Blenheim urban bus service.

The passenger bus, which is widely used by the town’s elderly residents and those with reduced transport access to social and retail amenities, loops around Blenheim six days a week – stopping outside the town’s main supermarkets, as well as the library, Wairau Hospital, medical practices and retirement villages.

We’re always grateful for the loyalty the Marlborough community shows to us, and we believe this is a great way to show some reciprocal love and loyalty!

For many in the town, the bus service is a lifeline to the wider community; it is far more than just a ride to the shops…. It’s a place to meet friends and talk, and catch up on what’s going on in the local community.

To celebrate we thought we’d share five ways that selling with Bayleys Marlborough is a just like a ride on the community bus…

We know what your destination is and we promise to make your journey as enjoyable as possible.
Planning makes perfect… A bus doesn’t run without a route map, and neither does a successful sale. We’ll spend time establishing a sales plan that works for you as an individual.
Once you step on board with Bayleys Marlborough we take care of the details so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery.
If any unexpected diversions come up on your journey to a SOLD sign, we’ll make sure you get safely back on track, as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Just like the community bus, we represent excellent value for your money. When you list with Bayleys Marlborough, you tap in to years of valuable real estate experience. The experience we offer you equates to dollars in your bank account when you’re looking to sell your greatest asset.

Bayleys Big Call is back!

February 3, 2017 by admin

Timing is everything. And in today’s property market, that’s never been more true. When to sell? When to buy? It’s a big call and the clock is ticking.

That’s why, from the 1st February, we’re back with New Zealand’s biggest and most exciting residential property auction event, the Big Call.

About the Big Call

Previous Big Call events have achieved exceptional results, with the majority of homes reaching or exceeding reserve. The nationwide campaign, Bayleys expert auction team and motivated vendors were major contributors to this success.

This February, the auction will be even bigger and better with a wide ranging advertising campaign to support it. We’re pulling out all the stops with print advertising, flyers, online advertising and more.

Why it’s good for vendors

One of the things that makes the Big Call so successful is the amount of support we provided to our vendors. Once again we will be providing hugely discounted advertising in the best publications to ensure you capitalise on this exceptional opportunity.

Plus you now have the opportunity to earn up to 500 Airpoints Dollars™ when you sell with Bayleys.*

But the biggest advantage is the sheer volume of buyers that we can assemble in one place, at one time. Thanks to our nationwide advertising campaign online and in print we will bring hundreds of buyers to our auction room.

Why it’s good for buyers

The Big Call makes it easy for buyers to access multiple property auctions, all in one place.

What’s more, in an auction the result is immediate. In other sales methods, buyers have to wait hours or sometimes days to know if their bid has been successful. An auction allows the unsuccessful purchaser to move onto to another property – and the successful buyer to celebrate, there and then!

Bayleys Marlborough Auction Dates

At Bayleys Marlborough we like to get a head start on things, so we’ve already run our first auction for 2017 on 27th January. Two properties sold, with one far exceeding expectations. But, the good news is… We have three more opportunities coming up for you to sell your property by auction.

10th February
22nd February
3rd March
10th March

Three good reasons to consider selling by auction…

The auction process places a time frame (usually a two to three week period) on the sale. This in turn instills urgency into the minds of the prospective purchasers.
When a property is sold at auction, the sale is unconditional. A ten per cent deposit is paid and settlement date is pre-determined.
Auction is the only way of creating open, transparent competition between buyers to drive the price upwards often exceeding the appraisal price.

5 ways to enjoy Marlborough’s bountiful fare!

January 24, 2017 by admin

As a region Marlborough is famous for its gastronomic delights, a foodie heaven with offerings from land and sea to tantalise your taste buds, all washed down with a glass or two of fine Marlborough wine.

With summer upon us, it’s the perfect time to celebrate Marlborough’s famous cuisine and tasty treats.

Here are 5 ways to enjoy Marlborough’s bountiful fare!

Visit the Marlborough Farmer’s Market (Every Sunday between 9am-12pm at the A&P Showgrounds) – Here you can enjoy the taste of the freshest locally grown and sourced seasonal fruit, vegetables and produce that Marlborough has to offer.
Take a Winery Tour – Not just for visitors… If you’re a Marlburian, take a day out to get to know your local wineries better. With over 37 cellar doors to visit, you might need to set aside more than a day! If you like biking and wine, then riding Marlborough’s Golden Mile through Rapaura and Renwick is a perfect way to spend a weekend.
Stay in the CBD – With a plethora of restaurants to choose from in central Blenheim, there’s something to satisfy everyone. From relaxed cafe style dining, to fine dining at Hotel d’Urville; and don’t forget to try the newest addition to the list of restaurants, Cartel, Marlborough’s only Mexican Bar & Grill.
Check out the chocolate – At Makana Confections boutique chocolate factory on the corner of Rapaura & O’Dwyers Roads, it’s a chocolate lovers paradise.
Visit the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival (11th February 2017) – This iconic event is New Zealand’s original and longest running wine festival and is held each year in Blenheim. Over 8,000 Festival goers relish the opportunity to sample world-class wines and delicious local cuisine in the heart of Brancott Vineyard – Marlborough’s oldest and most picturesque vineyard. The Festival provides a day long abundance of entertainment to tickle every fancy, with wine tutorials from the region’s leading winemakers, a Fashion in the Vines competition, celebrity chef and cooking demonstrations all washed down with a spectacular musical line up at this unique vineyard festival. Such a vast variety of world-class wine and food means a visit to The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival ultimately requires a big appetite, some thirst quenching, and a belt with plenty of notches! Bayleys Marlborough are proud sponsors of this spectacular gastronomic gathering. Find out more HERE. We can’t wait to see you there.