New tax incentives for downsizers kicked in at the beginning of the year, allowing owners to contribute up to $300,000 to their superannuation from the proceeds of a residential property sale. The one-off contribution from a property sale will not count against any pre-existing contribution cap and will not be subject to any additional tax…
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If 2023 heralds the year you’re selling your home to upsize, you couldn’t have chosen a better time to start your planning. Our experience as a leading agency in your area has taught us that autumn is a super time of year to put your property on the market and look for a larger home.…
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As a New South Wales agency, we are getting asked many questions about the new land tax, the First Home Buyer Choice scheme, that was implemented in late November by the State Government. Most enquiries to our agents revolve around whether it’s cheaper to pay the slug of stamp duty (the conventional, upfront levy on…
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You hardly have to blink before you realise that summer has almost gone and it’s time to start thinking about preparing your garden for autumn. A wonderful, relaxing garden is a tremendous asset for your home, and it’s one of the features that potential buyers will love most when the time comes to sell the…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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