The upcoming spring sales season is expected to be one of the most competitive moments for property buying in recent memory. After a period of high interest rates because of the post-Covid spike in inflation, we have seen the interest rate fall from a high of 4.35% in February to its current level of 3.6%.…
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The spring sales season is just around the corner and buyers are likely to face one of the most competitive periods since the post-Covid property boom. We’re seeing the early signs of a competitive sellers market with recent auction results that are consistently delivering clearance rates of more than 70% every weekend. And just because…
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With the spring sales season just around the corner, sellers have a great opportunity to maximise the value of their property. The dynamics of the market have swung back in the seller’s favour since the temporary lull in real estate fortunes at the beginning of the year. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has recently…
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Market momentum continues to pick up nationally following the third cut in interest rates since February. Industry researcher Cotality has reported a sixth successive month of value gains across the real estate market – a great sign with the spring sales season just around the corner. Dwelling values rose by 0.6% in July – the…
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The challenges of the housing market were cited as one reason why the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has again decided to cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR), reducing it by 0.25% to 3%. Cheaper mortgages are now likely to further encourage the signs of green shoots that have emerged in several regions in…
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Every market moves in cycles and the current environment requires a little more work to strike a deal if you’re the seller. As we move into a temporary period favoring the buyer, it’s more important than ever to find an agent who can generate multiple offers and even spark a bidding war. Creating tension between…
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As Americans enjoy their summer vacations, it has become increasingly hard to get a solid fix on real estate. Prospective buyers and sellers await interest rate cuts, any inflationary impact of tariffs and wonder what the inevitable flow-through to the housing market will be. As one Zillow economist observed, Americans are playing a “wait-and-see” game…
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The importance of your relationship with your agent should never be underestimated – they can make or break a successful buying or selling experience. You want to have confidence they’re on your team and invested in making the best deal possible on your behalf. An experienced, quality agent will help protect you from a few…
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Repainting the interior of your home is never a small task. The interruption to the household can be substantial. It’s not just the fact you have to move furniture and put down drop-sheets to protect against paint drips, but the fumes tend to stick around for a few days. Repainting is often an important step…
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If you’re looking to downsize, you may enjoy a somewhat tongue-in-cheek analysis from the web portal Zillow, which has looked at some of the most extreme amenities being offered inside apartment and condo complexes. They go far beyond the old-school “pool and spa” pitch. And tennis courts . . . meh. Choosing to downsize in…
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