Is there a standard agent’s commissions? Most real-estate agents charge a success-based commission for their services, which means they must sell your house in accordance with the contract-or sales authority-or you don’t pay.

Real estate is one of the few professions that offer consumers such a deal. As a result, every now and again the REIV is asked to clarify what a “standard” commission is for selling a home in Victoria.

Prospective sellers need to be clear that under Victoria law, all commissions are negotiable between the real estate agent and vendor. There is no standard commission. The REIV is also not allowed to suggest what a standard commission might be; to do so would contravene federal consumer laws.

Some organisations may cite average commissions or suggest what is often charged but that should not be taken as a guide, as there is no place where all commission rates are stored for later review or comparison.

Prospective sellers are advised to seek quotes from at least three REIV members and compare them on the entire service that they offer.

Surveys conducted on behalf of the REIV have found that prospective sellers choose their selling agents based on more than commission or the estimated selling price. An agents knowledge of the market is important, as is their track record and, critically, the outline of how they will sell your home.

Darren Brimacombe
darren@greatoceanroadrealestate.com.au
0418 317 424

“WELL DONE JAKE”

Local Apollo Bay teenager, Jake Cooper, through a committed approach and sheer determination, has successfully gained selection into the 2011 Geelong Falcons List. Receiving his position in the strong (50) man squad, Jake is a bottom age player, who simply could not be overlooked.

Since his junior days, of playing with our local Apollo Bay Football Club, Jake has always shown leadership, determination, and plenty of impact on the field. The athletic teenager is clever and ambitious on the field. Most impressively, he is committed and determined, both to training and performance – And this has reinforced his selection and position in the team, in overcoming an ankle reconstruction, and spending nine hours per week – travelling & training in order to cement selection into the squad.

Putting in the hard yards, all the effort has paid off. Hours of driving, training, rehabilitation whilst also completing school work – The balance Jake strives to achieve and drive towards his goals, is a testament to the excellent parenting & support provided by his mother and father – ‘Monique and Colin Cooper’. Week in week out they have provided support and structure to enable Jake to reach his goals and maintain this demanding routine, and this result for Jake, is also a credit to them, for striving and providing their child with such a fantastic opportunity, Well Done.

Jake – Apollo Bay is so proud of you! We want to congratulate you on this fantastic achievement. No doubt your skills and ability will continue to grow and develop, and we wish you all the best for your football and for your future.

Fantastic AUCTION this Sunday 13th of March @ 1:00 pm at 11 Harrison Street, Marengo more details below.

Have a great long weekend.

Darren Brimacombe
darren@greatoceanroadrealestate.com.au
0418 317 424

When an agent or a competitor talk about the power of the internet.

Our agency, as statistics show smashes its competitors. The leading Australian Portal realestate.com show Great Ocean Road Real Estate Apollo Bay to completely dominate the inquiry with 23,069 page views, with competitor (B) 10,695, competitor (C) 9,414, competitor (D) 5,184

Resulting in us receiving as much inquiry as the other 3 agencies combined. Again reassuring that our key marketing strategies cover and dominate all medians of the market.

Drop in or call for a detailed summary of ‘Top of Mind Awareness’ Great Ocean Road Real Estate offers.

Darren Brimacombe
darren@greatoceanroadrealestate.com.au
0418 317 424

Great Ocean Road, Road Closure – WHAT A JOKE!

WHAT A DEBARCLE – By our community Leaders, Council and Councilors.

The clear non planning of such a Major Disruption to certain townships, is in my opinion – the clear direction in which the Colac Otway Shire is heading:

• It has a complete lack of leadership
• An inability to implement action

Communication plans to both Residence and Business operators was absolutely appalling, given the road was closed for four days. Resulting in millions of dollars of reserve revenue lost , Both to Region and it’s operators.

This will have some dire consequences on the Micro Economy of the Great Ocean Road corridor. Which will have an affect on the families and communities that rely on it, for income. The events leading up to the Closure of the road, are of course caused by Mother Nature – of which we all need to work with in this beautiful country.

But unlike other Shires or areas, Our clear lack and inability to lead and communicate, with its stakeholders is evident of which seems to be a trend of representation of councilors and its officers.

The alarming thing for me was on the 14th of January while the road was closed, and while community volunteers were fundraising for flood victims in Queensland, A local councilor was petitioning AGAINST a local Individual Business Operator, in the Main street of Apollo Bay, of which had set up a stall and requesting By-passers… to Sign his petition !!!!

This again shows the lack of knowledge, experience and needs of local coastal communities.

He would have been better served by organizing a clear communication plan for residences and OR local businesses OR even through pitching in to assist in the fantastic volunteer work, orchestrated by employees and volunteers who had work tirelessly, in order to clear the roads.

Open houses this weekend

Saturday 22nd January
10:00am – 10:30am  1/6 Cartwright Street, Apollo Bay
10:30am – 11:00am “Quiberon Park” 5-7 Pengilley Avenue, Apollo Bay
11:00am – 11:30am 3/273 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

Wednesday 26th January
10:00am – 10:30am 1/6 Cartwright Street, Apollo Bay
10:30am – 11:00am “Quiberon Park” 5-7 Pengilley Avenue, Apollo Bay
11:00am – 11:30am 3/273 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

Forthcoming Auctions
Lot 9 Great Ocean Road SKENES CREEK Saturday 29th of Jan @ 1:00 pm
Lots 1 & 2 Old Coach Road SKENES CREEK Saturday 29th of Jan @ 1:00 pm
10C Gambier Street APOLLO BAY Sunday 30th of January @ 1:00 pm

See you on our coast.

Darren Brimacombe
darren@greatoceanroadrealestate.com.au
0418 317 424

21-23 Nelson Street, Apollo Bay
A rare Commercial / Residential opportunity has just been listed in an idyllic location. A lovely Victorian style home with views of sandy beaches of Apollo Bay through to the iconic Cape Patton. Expressions of Interest closing 15 March at 1:00pm. For further details please call 0418 317 424 or by email.
 

Open houses this weekend

Saturday 8th January
10:00am – 10:30am 2/68 Costin Street, Apollo Bay
10:30am – 11:00am “Quiberon Park” 5-7 Pengilley Avenue, Apollo Bay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 3/273 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

Sunday 9th January
10:00am – 10:30am 2/68 Costin Street, Apollo Bay
10:30am – 11:00am “Quiberon Park” 5-7 Pengilley Avenue, Apollo Bay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 3/273 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

Forthcoming Auctions
3/273 Great Ocean Road APOLLO BAY Saturday 15th January @ 1:00 pm
Lot 9 Great Ocean Road SKENES CREEK Saturday 29th of Jan @ 1:00 pm
Lots 1 & 2 Old Coach Road SKENES CREEK Saturday 29th of Jan @ 1:00 pm
10C Gambier Street APOLLO BAY Sunday 30th of January @ 1:00 pm

See you on the coast.

Darren Brimacombe
darren@greatoceanroadrealestate.com.au
0418 317 424