Category: Buyers

What to do when you are serious about a property

If you’ve found a property you love, how do you make sure it’s also a sensible option? Here are the next steps.

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Why now is a great time to buy property

With all the doom and gloom in the media, you could be forgiven for thinking you should avoid doing anything in the property market right now. But now is a great time for buyers to get into the market. Here’s why: Prices have fallen After more than five years of constant price growth, property is…
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Tips to buying by private treaty

Private treaty is the technical name for selling a home. The property is put on the market, normally with a price guide, and buyers make offers at the time that suits them. Here are our tips to making a successful offer: Understand the market The way you handle the negotiation will be affected by the…
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The pre-settlement walk through

It’s advisable to do a final inspection before settlement. Here’s what to look for.

How to spot the next upcoming suburb

How can you find the suburb that is the next big thing?

How to deal with defects in your dream home

How do you ensure the dream home you’re about to buy doesn’t become a money pit?

4 mistakes buyers make – and how to avoid them

What are the main mistakes that buyers make when buying a home?

Why we love Queen Anne-style cottages

Period houses offer top-value because they are finite in number, have been built to last and have a strong sense of heritage and history.  In Adelaide, Queen Anne-style cottages, villas and bungalows enjoy strong demand. Experts say houses built before WWII are now proving to be strong investments because supply is increasingly limited as buyers…
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A guide to pre-approvals

Getting your finances in order and having a mortgage pre-approved is one of the first things you need to do when buying.

Why we love Queenslander homes

Period houses offer top-value because they are finite in number, have been built to last and have a strong sense of heritage and history. In Brisbane and regional areas, the wonderful Queenslander is enjoying strong demand. Experts say houses built before WWII are now proving to be strong investments because supply is increasingly limited as…
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