When it comes to finding the best home loan, it’s a jungle out there. Mortgage brokers can be your guide, offering an array of products and services to help you own your first home, refinance an existing loan or climb the property ladder. More than half of the loans in Australia are arranged by brokers…
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Lazy summer days don’t exist in the property market. Summer is a great way to display a property in warmer weather and the Christmas deadline can help focus the mind. Homes with great outdoor areas, swimming pools or spas are particularly strong candidates for a summer sale. So let’s look at the strategies and preparation…
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Three forms of investing in real estate that don’t require the outright purchase of a property, or offer a unique twist on ownership, are becoming increasingly popular. Rentvesting is an option increasingly favoured by young buyers, who buy and rent-out one property in a market they can afford, and then rent a different property in…
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When a property fails to sell at auction it is described as “passed in”. But what does that really mean, especially if you are interested in buying the property? A passed in property is one that has not been able to achieve a bid at auction that either met or exceeded the reserve. When this…
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Three forms of investing in real estate that don’t require the outright purchase of a property, or offer a unique twist on ownership, are becoming increasingly popular. Rentvesting is an option increasingly favoured by young buyers, who buy and rent-out one property in a market they can afford, and then rent a different property in…
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Preparing a property for sale can be hard work but done properly, it can also add thousands to the price you’ll ultimately secure. There’s a saying that you only have one chance to make a first impression. To identify where to start, imagine your home is being feature in Vogue Living, or a similar glossy…
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A real estate agent can play a pivotal role in limiting the stress of selling a property during a divorce. Choosing the right agent is crucial as they should be a trusted intermediary for both partners and be able to limit any disagreements. That’s not always easy. The stakes are high. The family home is…
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When beginning a major construction, such as a new home or a remodeling project, one of the first decisions to make is whether to use an architect. They’re not cheap but they can add substantial value. Their building and design expertise can save you thousands of dollars in the construction phase and offer a significant…
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Choosing a real estate agent can be one of the most stressful parts of selling your home — your most valuable asset. Who should you use? Will they be trustworthy and reliable? How do you protect yourself from the unscrupulous? As a trusted and experienced agent, this is my guide to how to feel confident…
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The laundry is no longer the little room under or at the back of the house that you try to hide. It has become a focal point for modern buyers who want an organized workspace rather than an indoor junkyard of dirty clothes and everyday jetsam that doesn’t have a home elsewhere. As an average…
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