A clear, step-by-step look at exactly what happens from the moment you reach out — right through to a successful sale.
Step by Step
Every step handled by a Lodge Real Estate professional who knows Hamilton and Waikato property inside out.
Complete the short form on our site — it takes under two minutes. Share your property address, type, estimated value, and your reason for selling. This is all we need to get started.
There's no commitment at this stage. We just need enough detail to understand your situation and prepare a meaningful conversation.
Your details land directly with a Lodge Real Estate specialist. We review your property type, location, and situation before reaching out — so when we call, we already know your market and have done our homework.
Expect a response within 6 hours during business days.
We arrange a time to visit your property — or connect by phone first if you prefer. We'll walk through your home, discuss the local market, share our AI-assisted valuation data, and give you an honest picture of what your property could achieve.
No pressure, no jargon. Just a real conversation between you and someone who knows the Waikato market.
Once you're ready to move forward, we work with you to build a tailored sales strategy — covering pricing, marketing approach, open home scheduling, photography, and online listings.
Every home is different. Your strategy will reflect your property, your timeframe, and your goals.
Your home goes live across the major NZ property platforms. We manage buyer enquiries, coordinate open homes, and keep you informed throughout. You stay in the loop without being overwhelmed by the process.
When offers come in, we handle the negotiation on your behalf — with your best interests at the centre of every decision. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome for your property, not just the fastest sale.
We guide you through the settlement process — working alongside your solicitor to make sure everything is in order. Once the keys are handed over, you're done. On to your next chapter.
What to Expect
Here's what makes this process different from a typical real estate experience.
Typical Timeline
Every sale is different, but here's a rough guide to timeframes you can expect.
Your form lands directly with our specialist and we begin reviewing your details — property type, location, and situation. This first step triggers the whole process and puts your property on our radar.