• Protocols for social distancing will be observed. Compliance with the safety plan we will ensure capacity will not exceed one visitor per 4 square metres of space.
• Where a traditional style on-site auction is conducted, it will be conducted where possible outdoors or in a large indoor space.
• The Property Matrix preferred method of auction is, Openn Negotiation online auction platform. No physical contact. Eliminating risk.
• All Vendors will complete an “Annexure A – Authority to Conduct the Sale of Land by Openn Negotiation and Seller’s Contract Execution and Exchange Authority (NSW)” form prior to advertising the property for sale by Auction
• All potential buyers must complete a “Buyers Registration an Authority to Bid and Terms of Use (NSW)” before a bid is accepted. Where special conditions are requested, the Vendor must agree in writing to the requested conditions before the bid is accepted.
• All Prospective Buyers will need to download the “Openn Negotiation App Terms and Conditions (NSW)” in order to place their bid securely online without physical Contact
• All viewings, or inspections of property will be held by scheduled appointment only to limit the number of people entering the premises or waiting outside where crowding may occur
• Where practical, use separate doors for entry and exit.
• Where possible, and in keeping within the social distancing guidelines all who attend inspections, and all meetings with vendor and or buyers face covering with a mask or other from of protection is preferred.
• Agents will open doors prior to inspection to minimise the need for prospective buyers entering the home to touch surfaces
• Prospective buyers will be asked to refrain from touching surfaces
• Use telephone or video for meeting rather than face-to-face where possible

• Adopt and promote good hand hygiene practices – sanitizer will be available for all to use during inspections
• Disinfectant solutions will be used on office equipment daily and recommended to vendors pre and post inspections
• Recommend the removal of printed pamphlets, and instead provide relevant information through email or other online communications

Contact details:  email info@propertymatrix.net.au or call 0418 403 227 for more details

Evelyn Olivares
www.propertymatrix.net.au

Based on NSW Fair Trading COVID-19 Safety Plan – effective 2 July 2020
For  Real Estate Sales- Inspections and Auction physical distancing

and
REI NSW Recommendations

REINSW COVID-19 Poster Inspections

REINSW COVID-19 Poster Conducting Auctions