Author: Kylie Davis

7 ways to add outdoor sparkle before sale

Owners with the ambition to upsize their property have an excellent opportunity to make their move thanks to the current trends in the real estate market. Cooling prices offer good buying for those looking to move up the property ladder. While an owner’s sale price may be less than during the height of the boom,…
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An acid test for your cleaning regime

Whether you’re maintaining your home or finding yourself in a rush to ready your property for sale, there are a few cleaning best practices that will always serve you well. The miraculous qualities of vinegar is often cited as an ideal cleaning solution, but did you know there are situations where it should never be…
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Eight tips for starting your portfolio

The planets have aligned if you’re an ambitious property investor ready to begin your portfolio. Record-high rents in many areas of Australia have coincided with a fall in property prices, giving you a rare opportunity. Interest rates may remain challenging, but the upswing is the decline in values which makes property investment an increasingly attractive…
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Report shows why apartment buyers should stay positive

A new report on the market for apartments is an excellent reminder for first-time buyers that they should not give up their ownership dream. Units remain excellent buying and are $170,000 cheaper than a house nationally, according to the latest CoreLogic report on apartments. If you intend to buy in any of the capital cities,…
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Data shows spring market activity subdued

Spring housing market activity was subdued across Aotearoa New Zealand according to the latest data and insights from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ). Buyers remained hesitant as rising interest rates, access to finance and concerns around the economy continued to create uncertainty in the market.  Nationally, the number of residential sales dropped…
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Six tips to maximize rental income

Rental property investment can be a lucrative venture when market conditions are favorable. As vacancy rates fluctuate and rental demand shifts, investors and landlords have opportunities to maximize the value of their investments. Rental markets across different regions can vary significantly, with some areas experiencing low vacancy rates and others facing higher competition. These market…
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Six ways to prepare for a market upswing

You don’t have to be Warren Buffet or Elon Musk to think differently or to understand that when the market is all moving one way, maybe there’s an opportunity in the opposite direction. What do I mean by that?  It’s my way of telling you that right now could be the best time to buy.…
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Property wisdom from HGTV stars

If you plan to buy a property in the next few months, you should be scouring the internet for articles and data that will give you insights into the market. Staying on top of real estate articles takes stamina, however, and it’s more efficient to use the services of a broker to give you the…
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Buyer tips for today’s market

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to move up the property ladder, it’s crucial to approach your property search with a well-thought-out strategy. Market conditions can vary, but certain principles remain constant. Here’s my top 5 checklist to keep in mind during your current property search: Stay Informed About Market Conditions Market conditions can…
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Choosing your perfect neighborhood

With less competitive pressure in today’s property market, buyers now have a little more time to tour the local neighborhood to decide whether it is an area or even a street where they’d like to live. It’s a critical part of the buying experience. Real estate’s most famous cliché is “location, location, location”, and it…
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