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52 praktiese wenke vir plaaseienaars wat wil verkoop, van Willem van Schalkwyk, plaasagent by Africa Estate in die Vrystaat en Noord-Kaap. Elke Woensdag verskyn een op sy Facebook-blad.
52 practical tips for farm owners who want to sell, from farm agent Willem van Schalkwyk of Africa Estate.
Maak jou dokumente vroeg gereed
Dit spaar tyd wanneer die regte koper kom.
Get your documents ready early. It saves time when the right buyer arrives.
Eerste indrukke tel
Hou die plaashek en toegangspad netjies.
First impressions count. Keep the farm gate and access road neat.
Water tel
Hou boorgat-, dam- en waterpuntinligting byderhand.
Water counts. Keep borehole, dam and water point information at hand.
Ken jou grense
Maak seker heinings en grenslyne is duidelik.
Know your boundaries. Make sure fences and boundary lines are clear.
Hou rekord
Lys alle verbeterings en instandhouding op die plaas.
Keep records. List every improvement and all maintenance on the farm.
Foto's praat
Netjiese, helder foto’s lok meer aandag.
Photos speak. Neat, clear photos draw more attention.
Ken jou plaas se sterkpunte
Weet presies wat jou eiendom besonders maak.
Know your farm's strengths. Know exactly what makes your property special.
'n Kaart maak dinge makliker
Merk kampe, waterpunte, paaie en geboue duidelik.
A map makes it easier. Mark camps, water points, roads and buildings clearly.
Maak die pad oop
Kopers moet die belangrikste dele van die plaas kan besigtig.
Open the way. Buyers must be able to view the most important parts of the farm.
Wees gereed vir vrae
Ken die grootte, infrastruktuur en gebruik van elke kamp.
Be ready for questions. Know the size, infrastructure and use of every camp.
Waterinfrastruktuur moet werk
Toets pompe, windpompe en krippe voor ’n besigtiging.
Water infrastructure must work. Test pumps, windmills and troughs before a viewing.
Heinings vertel 'n storie
Netjiese heinings wys dat ’n plaas goed bestuur word.
Fences tell a story. Neat fences show a well-managed farm.
Moenie herstelwerk wegsteek nie
Eerlikheid bou vertroue tussen koper en verkoper.
Don't hide repairs. Honesty builds trust between buyer and seller.
Lys wat ingesluit is
Maak dit duidelik watter toerusting saam met die plaas verkoop word.
List what is included. Make clear which equipment is sold with the farm.
Nuwe jaar, nuwe moontlikhede
Dink jy aan koop of verkoop? Kom ons gesels.
New year, new possibilities. Thinking of buying or selling? Let's talk.
Hou sleutels gereed
Geslote store en geboue moet tydens die besigtiging toeganklik wees.
Have the keys ready. Locked stores and buildings must be open during the viewing.
Die regte prys trek aandag
’n Realistiese vraagprys bring ernstige kopers nader.
The right price draws attention. A realistic asking price brings serious buyers closer.
Moenie op emosie alleen prys nie
Vergelyk jou plaas met soortgelyke verkope in die gebied.
Don't price on emotion alone. Compare your farm with similar sales in the area.
Die uitsig verkoop nie alles nie
Kopers kyk ook na water, grond, toegang en infrastruktuur.
The view doesn't sell everything. Buyers also look at water, soil, access and infrastructure.
Vertel die hele plaas se storie
Goeie bemarking gaan oor meer as net die woonhuis.
Tell the whole farm's story. Good marketing is about more than just the house.
Ken jou teikenkoper
Bemark die plaas vir die soort boerdery of leefstyl waarvoor dit geskik is.
Know your target buyer. Market the farm for the kind of farming or lifestyle it suits.
Een goeie foto is nie genoeg nie
Wys die grond, water, geboue, paaie en infrastruktuur.
One good photo is not enough. Show the soil, water, buildings, roads and infrastructure.
Hou die werf netjies
Verwyder los rommel en ongebruikte items voor foto’s geneem word.
Keep the yard tidy. Remove loose rubbish and unused items before photos are taken.
Maak store presentabel
’n Netjiese stoor help kopers om die ruimte raak te sien.
Make stores presentable. A neat store helps buyers see the space.
Lig verbeterings uit
Sonkrag, pompe, krale en nuwe heinings voeg waarde tot die aanbieding.
Highlight improvements. Solar, pumps, kraals and new fences add value.
Hou reënvalrekords by
Betroubare inligting help kopers om beter besluite te neem.
Keep rainfall records. Reliable information helps buyers make better decisions.
Ken jou veld
Wees gereed om oor veldtoestand en kampindeling te gesels.
Know your veld. Be ready to talk about veld condition and camp layout.
Moenie die klein besonderhede vergeet nie
Hekke, krippe en laaibanke is belangrik vir boerderykopers.
Don't forget the small details. Gates, troughs and loading ramps matter to farming buyers.
Veiligheid maak saak
Verduidelik toegang, hekke en bestaande veiligheidsmaatreëls.
Safety matters. Explain access, gates and existing safety measures.
Gee duidelike aanwysings
Maak dit maklik vir kopers om die plaas te vind.
Give clear directions. Make it easy for buyers to find the farm.
Afstande tel
Ken die afstand na die naaste dorp, skool, koöperasie en veearts.
Distances count. Know the distance to the nearest town, school, co-op and vet.
Kommunikasie is belangrik
Wees eerlik oor selfoonsein en internettoegang.
Communication matters. Be honest about cell signal and internet access.
Besigtig meer as net die werf
’n Ernstige koper wil die kampe en infrastruktuur sien.
View more than the yard. A serious buyer wants to see the camps and infrastructure.
Moenie jaag deur 'n besigtiging nie
Gee kopers genoeg tyd om vrae te vra en die plaas te ervaar.
Don't rush a viewing. Give buyers enough time to ask questions and experience the farm.
Maak 'n besigtigingsroete
Beplan vooraf watter dele van die plaas gewys moet word.
Plan a viewing route. Decide in advance which parts of the farm to show.
Die regte koper vra baie vrae
Sien dit as belangstelling, nie as kritiek nie.
The right buyer asks many questions. See it as interest, not criticism.
Hou belangrike kontakbesonderhede byderhand
Maak navrae maklik en reageer so gou moontlik.
Keep important contact details at hand. Make enquiries easy and respond quickly.
Goeie bemarking begin met goeie inligting
Hoe meer Willem weet, hoe beter kan hy jou plaas bemark.
Good marketing starts with good information. The more Willem knows, the better he can market your farm.
Gebruik die seisoene
Neem foto’s wanneer die veld en plaas op hul beste vertoon.
Use the seasons. Take photos when the veld and farm look their best.
Moenie foto's oorbewerk nie
Kopers moet die plaas herken wanneer hulle daar aankom.
Don't over-edit photos. Buyers must recognise the farm when they arrive.
Lig die leefstyl uit
Wys die rustigheid, ruimte en besondere plaaservaring.
Highlight the lifestyle. Show the peace, the space and the special farm experience.
Verkoop die moontlikhede
Help kopers om te sien wat die plaas kan bied.
Sell the possibilities. Help buyers see what the farm can offer.
Elke plaas het 'n storie
Deel interessante geskiedenis sonder om die feite te verloor.
Every farm has a story. Share interesting history without losing the facts.
'n Plaasbesigtiging begin by die hek
Maak seker die koper voel welkom vanaf die eerste oomblik.
A farm viewing starts at the gate. Make the buyer feel welcome from the first moment.
Wees duidelik oor gebruik
Verduidelik waarvoor die grond tans aangewend word.
Be clear about use. Explain what the land is currently used for.
Papierwerk beskerm almal
Laat belangrike dokumente deur die regte professionele persoon nagaan.
Paperwork protects everyone. Have important documents checked by the right professional.
Moenie beloftes maak wat jy nie kan bewys nie
Gebruik feite en betroubare inligting in jou advertensie.
Don't make promises you can't prove. Use facts and reliable information in your advert.
Kopers koop met hul oë én hul kop
Kombineer mooi bemarking met volledige feite.
Buyers buy with their eyes and their heads. Combine attractive marketing with complete facts.
Opvolg maak die verskil
Vandag se navraag kan môre se koper wees.
Follow-up makes the difference. Today's enquiry can be tomorrow's buyer.
Die regte agent ken die grond
Plaaseiendom verg meer as gewone eiendomskennis.
The right agent knows the land. Farm property takes more than ordinary property knowledge.
Goeie diens loop die ekstra grondpad
Willem gaan waar die plaas hom nodig het.
Good service goes the extra gravel road. Willem goes where the farm needs him.
Ken die verskil
Dui roerende en vaste items duidelik aan.
Know the difference. Mark movable and fixed items clearly.
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