If your home is near a top-performing school and you think that’s it’s time to sell, then it’s possible you’re sitting on a potential gold mine. Property within the catchment area of Australia’s highest-ranking schools command a price premium of up to 15% – and that can mean tens of thousands of dollars more for…
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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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Condo shopping can be a lot of fun but it’s risky without a plan. And it can be even harder if you’re considering buying new where you can’t actually see the finished product yet. Smart buyers consider each property with a clear vision for what they want, and they will not compromise until they’ve found…
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The most important piece of advice for preparing to sell your home is to get all the clutter out of sight. An untidy house can undo all the great work required to get buyers through your home and consider making an offer. Confronting your emotional attachment to your niece’s pottery on the coffee table, or…
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It’s always a good idea to conduct your own research into the property market when you decide to sell. This will help you get a feel for how the market is performing so that when you meet with your agent, you’ll have some background and be able to ask more detailed questions. Here are some…
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The successful sale of a property is always enhanced when there is great teamwork between the owner and your real estate agent. Together, we’re able to make better decisions ranging from the best way to present your home to accepting the best offer from a prospective buyer. Owners who proactively promote their home can reduce…
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One of the inevitabilities of modern life is that we accumulate stuff. Here are 7 things you can declutter right now to help get your home ready for sale. Fake flowers If you’ve had them for a while, they’re probably collecting dust. If they’re filling a strategic spot, use real flowers for when prospective buyers…
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A cheaper entry price, convenience and a desire to maximise leisure time are three key benefits to buying a condo rather than a house. Any decision should be weighed against your financial and property ownership goals, of course, but often the mental tug of war between buying a house or a condo or unit is…
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One of the biggest fears all sellers have is that the property may not sell. In my experience, there is always a reason why a property struggles to sell quickly or at the price the owners want. Here are the five top mistakes I see sellers make that can result in a property not selling…
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