It’s always helpful to look at the national real estate market to get a general sense of the attitudes and experiences of both the buyer and the seller. While we caution you against associating national numbers with sales results in your area, all local markets can be affected by national trends and confidence in the…
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An orderly correction of property prices is continuing across Australia as buyers and sellers react to changing market forces swayed by a 6.1% spike in inflation and increasing mortgage rates. For September, industry researcher CoreLogic has found values for all housing slipped 1.4%, a slightly better result than in August (-1.6%). This comes after two…
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Have you ever sat in snail’s pace traffic on your daily commute and dreamed of owning a small acreage with fresh air, green fields and not a traffic light for miles? It’s really up to you whether this is just an idyllic daydream or an aspiration you can turn into a reality. Even for those…
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Drone video of your property can make a fantastic impact on prospective buyers – but don’t get too caught up in this technology. They’re as spectacular for a beachside mansion with a swimming pool and tennis court as they are underwhelming for a one-bedroom unit. In other words, drone video isn’t for everyone so be…
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Many first-home buyers whose plans to buy in the city have been dashed by rising prices and interest rates are turning to regional Australia to climb onto the property ladder. While this isn’t an ideal solution for everyone, first-home buyers should not discount the idea. Regional centres are growing economically and offer excellent buying opportunities…
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Finding the ideal location is one of the secrets of smart buying – you can renovate your property, landscape the garden and even install a swimming pool, but there’s little you can do about your suburb. Factoring in your lifestyle needs is essential whether you’re buying your first property or dream home. While your budget…
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I don’t want to creep you out as we prepare for Halloween, but you could buy a haunted house and not have a ghost of a chance of knowing. No law in any state says an agent or the owner must explain if or why things go bump in the night or if the undead…
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Forget hardwood floors, walk-in pantries, and eco-ratings. With everyone’s favorite holiday now upon us, these must-have design features this month will haunt you forever. Below is a look at the spooky design ideas that are hellishly hot right now. Wet-look walls Whether it’s wallpaper that spontaneously oozes slime or – for the more ambitious –…
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If you’re preparing to sell your home in the next few months, you may find that making your move this winter rather than waiting for a spring campaign will deliver a better result. The theories and myths of real estate suggest spring is the best time of year to sell your home. But actually, there’s…
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The first frost on the ground will be a timely reminder that you may have a few jobs to do around the home before the cold weather sets in. Winterizing your home will not only make it more comfortable but it should save a small fortune on utility bills that seem to rise with every…
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