If something doesn’t feel right or is not what you wanted, say something. If you don’t, the problem is on you, and you’ll be unhappy aboFinding a fixer-upper or property that needs a little TLC may be a practical and lower-cost entry into the real estate market for first-home buyers. But, securing the property is…
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Hardly a day passes without another article published on the wonders of living in regional Australia and how the thousands of sea and tree-changers who’ve bitten the bullet have never looked back. So, as we descend into winter, it’s a great time to consider whether leaving the city for the bush or beach is everything…
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Owning a swimming pool is one of those dreams that go hand-in-hand with the Great Australian Dream of owning a home on a quarter-acre block. If you’re looking for a new home right now, should you only consider properties with a pool or be prepared to install one after you’ve moved in? Swimming pools do…
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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is proposing to ease mortgage loan rules this month to give buyers a better opportunity to find finance. It will allow lenders to increase from 10% to 15% the number of loans they can issue that require a Loan-to-Value Ratio above 80%. The Reserve Bank imposed the regulation in…
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Real estate prices could be at a turning point according to forecasts from leading industry researcher, Core Logic. With data showing that average values were down just 0.6% in April, negative market sentiment could be coming to an end. CoreLogic economist Kelvin Davidson issued an important reminder about prices, saying property values were still $200,000…
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The recent sharp fall in property prices which was triggered by interest rate rises has now flattened, according to the latest industry research. CoreLogic’s March housing market update shows national prices dropped an almost imperceptible 0.14% in February, the smallest monthly fall since the Reserve Bank began hiking interest rates last May. CoreLogic also reported…
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As the cost of construction materials begins to level off after the post-Covid supply chain issues, an increasing number of renovation projects are under way. We bring you the Top 5 renovation trends for 2023. Let there be light Architects and designers insist natural light be prioritised. Full-height windows, wraparound glass doors and skylights are…
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It’s amazing what buyers look for when inspecting a home for the first time. Most scrutiny falls on the kitchen and bathrooms: drawers are opened and closed, taps turned on and off, and the extractor fans teased at various speeds. If you’re selling your home, your agent should alert you to buyers’ inspection behaviours so…
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Recent global events have significantly impacted various sectors of the real estate market, potentially creating new opportunities in housing. Here’s an overview of the current situation and its implications: Market Shifts Commercial Real Estate: Many urban areas have seen a decrease in demand for commercial spaces, particularly office buildings and retail locations. This shift has…
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The tiny house movement has become a growing trend in the past decade as people seek out more affordable, sustainable, and minimalist living options. While it’s difficult to determine the total number of tiny homes in America, as there is no central registry or tracking database, there are estimates of up to 10,000 located across…
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