Selling your property is a major financial decision, but too many sellers make avoidable mistakes that cost them thousands. On Cut to the Chase (CTTC), Diego Traglia and Aaron Davis break down the most common errors they see every day in real estate, from poor pricing strategies to timing mistakes. If you want to sell with confidence and avoid costly regrets, this episode is essential listening.

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00:00 Introduction: Common Mistakes When Selling Property

00:22 Negotiating with Your Agent: Pitfalls to Avoid

01:29 The Importance of Professionalism in Real Estate

02:12 Renovations: To Do or Not To Do?

04:03 Making Informed Decisions Based on Market Trends

04:50 Conclusion: Final Thoughts and Advice

Team Diego, led by Diego Traglia – New Zealand’s #1 real estate agent, is recognised as the top-selling team in Auckland for outstanding results and client service. With a proven track record across West Auckland and the wider region, Team Diego helps homeowners achieve the best possible sale price through expert marketing, negotiation, and local knowledge. Whether you’re selling your family home or developing new properties, our team specialises in on- and off-market property sales, working closely with buyers, investors, and developers to deliver exceptional outcomes. Discover more at https://diego.nz and see why Team Diego continues to set the standard for Auckland real estate.

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Some agents make it effortless for investors to buy. Others kill the deal without even realising it. Ilse shares the best—and worst—agent experiences she’s seen lately, plus the one piece of advice every agent needs if they want repeat investor business. Real stories, real mistakes, and practical lessons you can use tomorrow.

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0:00 – Introduction

2:00 – Listening and Genuine Service

3:30 – Going the Extra Mile

4:45 – Communication and Care

5:52 – The Importance of Listening and Clarity

8:40 – Using Data and AI Tools like ChatGPT

10:45 – Final Thoughts

Team Diego, led by Diego Traglia – New Zealand’s #1 real estate agent, is recognised as the top-selling team in Auckland for outstanding results and client service. With a proven track record across West Auckland and the wider region, Team Diego helps homeowners achieve the best possible sale price through expert marketing, negotiation, and local knowledge. Whether you’re selling your family home or developing new properties, our team specialises in on- and off-market property sales, working closely with buyers, investors, and developers to deliver exceptional outcomes. Discover more at https://diego.nz and see why Team Diego continues to set the standard for Auckland real estate.

See Our Testimonials - https://www.diego.nz/testimonials

Get A Free Market Appraisal - https://www.diego.nz/appraisal

Most agents guess what investors are looking for—Ilse sees it firsthand. In this episode, she breaks down the stock that’s flying off the shelf, the listings investors won’t touch, and what good agents are doing to get deals across the line. If you want to know where the smart money is going in 2025, this is the playbook.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

01:39 – How to Start in Property Investment

02:04 – Adding Value and Boosting Cash Flow

04:00 – Common Mistakes: Overcapitalising

7:56 – The Power of Local Expertise

09:19 – Where to Invest in New Zealand

18:52 – Biggest Trap for First-Time Investors

Team Diego, led by Diego Traglia – New Zealand’s #1 real estate agent, is recognised as the top-selling team in Auckland for outstanding results and client service. With a proven track record across West Auckland and the wider region, Team Diego helps homeowners achieve the best possible sale price through expert marketing, negotiation, and local knowledge. Whether you’re selling your family home or developing new properties, our team specialises in on- and off-market property sales, working closely with buyers, investors, and developers to deliver exceptional outcomes. Discover more at https://diego.nz and see why Team Diego continues to set the standard for Auckland real estate.

See Our Testimonials - https://www.diego.nz/testimonials

Get A Free Market Appraisal - https://www.diego.nz/appraisal