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'The response was phenomenal' - how a Daft Advantage Ad drove a surge in demand for this Kildare home

“I would recommend a Daft Advantage Ad every time,” said estate agent Michael Farrelly.

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WITH HOMES IN enormous demand all across Ireland, it’s never been important to make sure that the property you’re selling is in a position to be seen.

In this day and age, that means making sure its online listing stays in the limelight for as long as possible, with as many photos as possible to put all of its qualities front-and-centre. That’s exactly what seller Marc Doyle got when selling his four-bedroom home, the Woodlands at Ballindoolin in Broadford, Co Kildare.

The property boasts 237m² of spacious accommodation in showhouse condition, plus a large basement measuring 158m² ready to be converted for either business or leisure. Situated far from the hustle and bustle and bordered on either side by mature woodland, the home also comes with a spacious garden ideal for large family or anyone who values the tranquility of life outside the city.

The house also loses nothing in terms of convenience however, located just one kilometre from the nearest school and five kilometres from Edenderry town, and a range of conveniences for luxurious modern living, including modern conveniences and energy-efficient features, including an alarm and CCTV system, mains water with reverse osmosis filtration system, a private septic tank, energy-efficient lighting throughout, PVC windows, doors, fascia, and soffit, an air-to-water heating system, underfloor heating downstairs, solar panels with 5KW battery storage, and an EV charging point.

Inside, the house is made up of four bedrooms, three reception rooms, a large utility room, and 4 bathrooms, all of which feature laminated timber-effect & tiled floors throughout.

When selling your home, A Daft Advantage Ad is an essential part of any winning strategy. On average, Daft Advantage Ads lock in three times as many viewers — pushing your property to the front of the queue by positioning it above other ads.

There are three different kinds of Daft Advantage Ad that you can tailor to meet your needs as a seller, any of which could make the crucial difference when it comes to securing bookings, agreeing a sale quickly, and beating your asking price. Sellers can double their ad space by selecting Advantage Premium, ensuring that your property captures the buyer’s attention, and with more photos on the ad card, it makes sure that the property you’re selling will make a lasting impression. Daft.ie will even send a digital brochure of your home out to interested buyers. 

Which is exactly why estate agents recommend it.

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Michael Farrelly, estate agent for the sale and a branch manager at Sherry FitzGerald Davitt & Davitt confirmed that there was an “immediate response” to the ad for Woodlands, and that viewings were set up within 24 hours of the ad going live. “The response from our Daft Advantage advert was phenomenal,” said Farrelly. “I would recommend a Daft Advantage Ad to another seller or estate agent every time”.

Seller Marc Doyle also spoke about the instant impact of the ad, saying: “Within hours of the ad going up we had 3 viewings booked in, to my surprise, and within days approximately 20 or more booked in.”

Doyle gave an emphatic endorsement of the ad’s importance, saying: “I think the advantage ad positioned the house very well and brought the house to the attention of potential buyers quickly, coupled with great photos and a 360 degree tour. I would recommend an advantage ad.”

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As for the crucial detail, the final price, Doyle was just as pleased. “It was more than I anticipated and well above the asking price. The Advantage Ad attracted more bidders which helped drive the price up,” he said.”I thought it would take 6 months to go sale agreed and it was sale agreed within 2 weeks!’

Farrelly added that the Daft Advantage Ad “offers excellent exposure, which is reflected in the number of prospective buyers that viewed the property” after the ad was set live. 

Daft Advantage Ads guarantee unbeatable visibility, bring in three times more views and help you achieve the best return possible on the sale of your home.

Ask your agent for a Daft Advantage Ad today. 

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