The devastating floods along the east coast of Australia over past few weeks has emphasised the importance of understanding your risk before buying a property. Whether you’re looking to purchase near bushland, close to beaches, a river, or even lowlands you should be aware of the local dangers that Mother Nature can bring. This country…
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In competitive housing markets, when demand outstrips the supply of homes, some buyers may become anxious to secure a property. This eagerness to make a purchase after an extended search period can potentially be exploited if buyers aren’t cautious. In their haste, some buyers might consider waiving standard rights in their contract of sale to…
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Competing to buy a property at auction can be nerve-wracking. Your performance is there for everyone to judge, and you can see all the other people gathered who are trying to win the property, too. It can get intense. Of course, this tension creates an environment where the property will find its market value and…
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Creating a borrowing strategy is an intelligent way to approach your first mortgage or refinancing to help you climb the property ladder. Finding the best deal in the market is a challenging task when various lenders offer so many choices. As an experienced local agent, I find that the most successful and trouble-free purchases are…
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With prices continuing to rise for houses and apartments, there’s never been a better time to learn the basics of assessing a property’s value before meeting with your agent. Valuation is not a perfect science. You can never predict the behaviour of other buyers in a booming market. However, understanding the key elements that make…
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Real estate market predictions can offer valuable insights, but it’s important to approach them with a critical eye and understand their limitations. Here’s a guide to help you navigate property market forecasts: The Nature of Predictions Real estate crystal balls are never perfectly clear. Predictions often suggest general trends, but the market can be influenced…
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One of the joys of buying property is the opportunity to meet new people and discover the treasures of your brand new neighborhood. This can be great fun if you’ve just moved into an urban area where there are almost endless chances to discover new cafes, bars and restaurants. With many prospective buyers looking to…
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A borrowing strategy is an intelligent approach to finding your first mortgage or refinancing to purchase a new home. The best loan consists of far more than the cheapest interest rate. A better approach is to track down the most suitable deal for your circumstances. America has an incredibly well-serviced market for home loans. And…
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With pandemic-induced uncertainty over the past 18 months, it’s been wonderful to see the property sector return to some form of normality with a lockdown-free spring selling season. According to market researcher Proptrack (which is part of Realestate.com.au), new listings in November reached their highest level in a decade and grew 12.1% compared to October…
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If you’ve been searching without success for your new home, good news may be just around the corner. That’s because the Christmas and New Year holiday period is an excellent time to buy. Most buyers leave the market when summer holidays beckon, leaving only the serious players to seek out the best deals. If you…
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