Methods of Sale

The best method of sale depends on the property, likely buyer audience, market conditions and the seller’s priorities. Ray White Kaikohe explains the available options before a campaign begins so owners can make an informed decision.

Auction

An auction uses a defined campaign and public competition between registered bidders. Buyers usually bid on an unconditional basis, and the seller sets a reserve before the auction. The method can create urgency and transparent competition.

Deadline sale

Buyers are invited to submit offers by a specified date, unless the property sells earlier where permitted. This gives the seller an opportunity to compare price, conditions and settlement terms after a focused marketing period.

Tender

A tender also uses a closing date and a formal offer process. The tender documents set the rules, and offers remain confidential. Buyers should obtain legal advice before submitting a tender.

Sale by negotiation

The property is marketed with or without an advertised price and buyers can submit offers during the campaign. This can provide flexibility, but the pricing and enquiry strategy still needs to be reviewed carefully.

Choosing the right approach

Consider the strength of buyer demand, how easy the property is to compare, the need for conditions, the desired timeframe and how competing buyers will be managed. Your salesperson will recommend an approach, but the final decision is yours.

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Questions to settle before the campaign begins

• What is the proposed timetable, and can earlier offers be considered?
• What information should be ready so buyers can investigate the property?
• Which terms and documents govern how an offer or bid is made?
• How will buyer interest and competing offers be reported?
• When will the method, price expectations and next steps be reviewed?

Compare terms as well as price

A buyer needing finance or other conditions may approach a property differently from an unconditional bidder. Consider what the likely audience needs to investigate and whether the proposed timetable allows meaningful checks. The actual sale documents govern the process; a general description does not replace them.

Ask your salesperson to explain what happens if the campaign does not produce an acceptable offer by the intended date. Review any proposed change with the relevant advice. No method guarantees a sale price or settlement date.

For buyers considering a property

Confirm the advertised process, available documents, deposit and settlement terms with the listing salesperson, and get legal advice before committing. Our property investigation guide and first-home guide help you prepare the questions for your advisers.