A guide for property owners
Selling your home: appraisals, agent fees and next steps
Start with an informed appraisal, a clear campaign proposal and an understanding of the costs. Jatin Mehta is an Agent and Associate Director at Bombay Real Estate. This guide brings together practical questions for sellers in Truganina, Tarneit and Williams Landing, with links to Consumer Affairs Victoria.
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How do I choose a real estate agent to sell my home?
Compare similar completed sales, the proposed campaign, written costs and communication. Ask each agent to explain the evidence behind their estimate; the highest estimate alone does not establish the best fit. Meet more than one agent before deciding.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Victoria: choosing and appointing an agent.
Is a property appraisal the same as a valuation?
A market appraisal is an agent’s estimated selling price, not an independent valuation or a guaranteed sale result. If a lender or another organisation requires a formal valuation, check what it accepts. Jatin Mehta offers a free market appraisal following a property inspection.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Victoria: choosing and appointing an agent.
How much does it cost to sell a house in Victoria?
Selling costs depend on your agreement and campaign. Request an itemised quote for commission, advertising, photography and other marketing, including GST and when each amount is payable. Commission is negotiable. Budget separately for conveyancing and home preparation. Jatin’s website does not publish a fixed commission rate; ask for a property-specific proposal.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Victoria: choosing and appointing an agent.
Should I sell by auction or private sale?
Choose the sale method with your agent after discussing the property, buyer audience and your timeframe. Private sale involves negotiated offers; auction brings buyers together to bid at a scheduled event. Neither method guarantees a sale or a higher price.
| Decision | Private sale | Auction |
|---|---|---|
| How offers work | Price and terms are negotiated with a buyer. | Buyers compete through bids at the auction. |
| Contract conditions | Conditions can be negotiated with your approval. | The auction contract is unconditional. |
| Campaign planning | Agree on pricing, inspections and how offers will be reviewed. | Plan towards the auction date and allow for auctioneer costs. |
Reference: Consumer Affairs Victoria: sale methods and price.
What is a Section 32 statement, and who prepares it?
A Section 32, or vendor statement, gives the buyer legally required information about the property, such as title restrictions, zoning and outgoings. Your conveyancer or legal practitioner usually prepares it. In Victoria it must be provided before the buyer signs the contract; ask your adviser about the documents needed for your property.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Victoria: conveyancing and contracts.
What changes to Victorian property price information start in October 2026?
Consumer Affairs Victoria has announced that a Property Price Statement replaces the Statement of Information from 1 October 2026. The changes also include publishing reserve prices at least seven days before an auction or fixed-date sale. Ask your agent which requirements apply to your campaign dates and check the current Consumer Affairs Victoria guidance.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Victoria: property price rules changing from October 2026.
What is my house worth in Truganina, Tarneit or Williams Landing?
Jatin Mehta needs your address and an inspection to prepare a property-specific market appraisal. Compare completed sales that match the home’s type, land, layout and condition. A Truganina house, Tarneit townhouse and Williams Landing apartment need different comparisons; a suburb median cannot describe an individual home.
How should I use the sold properties on Jatin’s website?
Use Jatin Mehta’s published sold-property record to find addresses and homes worth discussing at an appraisal. Check property type, land size and the sale date before comparing results. The website’s suburb figures describe its available published records, including lead-agent and co-agent listings; they are not a whole-suburb market report or a complete career total. Withheld sale prices are not published.
How do I book a free appraisal with Jatin Mehta?
Contact Jatin Mehta, Agent and Associate Director at Bombay Real Estate, on 0426 973 800 or use the appraisal form. Jatin assists owners in Truganina, Tarneit and Williams Landing through Bombay’s Truganina office. Provide the property address, your contact details and preferred timing so an inspection can be arranged.
Prepare for the first appraisal
- Share the full address, floor plan, land size and recent improvements so the conversation starts with your property.
- Explain your preferred timing, whether you are buying as well, and any inspection access arrangements.
- Ask to see comparable completed sales and discuss why the agent selected them.
- Request the marketing proposal and costs in writing, then review the documents before appointing an agent.
- Arrange your own conveyancer or legal practitioner to prepare and advise on the sale documents.
Use the Consumer Affairs Victoria seller checklist alongside your agent and conveyancer’s advice.
Start with your suburb and your property
Explore selling property in Truganina, Tarneit appraisals and local property information or Williams Landing property services. The local pages combine practical checks with Jatin’s available published listings and sales.
You can read about Jatin Mehta, examine his published sold-property record or request a free appraisal. To discuss your plans directly, call 0426 973 800.
