Buying a ‘renovators delight’ has always been regarded as a way to enter a market affordably, and is often a preference of first home buyers. Weekends spent on DIY projects, fixing up your place and perhaps restoring it to its former glory can be immensely rewarding – as well as lucrative financially. But like all…
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The settlement process of buying property can be full of mixed emotions as you grapple with the excitement of the purchase against the fear something might go wrong and dash your dreams. Losing a property once an offer has been accepted is a rare event. It happens, of course, so you should never consider a…
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When you see property articles in the media, they’re usually illustrated by couples or families talking about their property aspirations, or the wonderful dream home that they’ve just bought. Rarely do we see another equally important facet of property ownership – the increasing number of men and women who choose to buy apartments on their…
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First impressions count for everything when you’re searching for a new apartment. You want to take in the location, the proximity to urban delights, such as cafes and restaurants, and the quality and maintenance of the building. A poorly presented apartment can be rejected at first sight by potential buyers, but often it’s worthwhile to…
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Older apartments are attracting a lot of buyer attention because they offer more floor space and character than many modern buildings. The trade-off is that sometimes you have to deal with floorplans, fittings and design quirks that architects dropped 20-plus years ago. It is fascinating to compare the streamlined approach of modern apartments with the…
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Apartment living offers the mixture of a hassle-free lifestyle, convenience and security that ownership of a house cannot match. Buying an apartment is also comparatively cheaper because it does not come with any land. An apartment is a great entry point into the property market. Many older Americans eventually turn away from houses once the…
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The pressure-cooker atmosphere of purchasing property in a booming market can unnerve even the most experienced buyers. Currently, media reports talk of buyers being motivated by FOMO or fear of missing out and that fuelling some really crazy prices. When you are dealing with something as emotionally important as your forever home, it can be…
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Purchasing a rundown apartment is a great way to break into the property market, especially when we’re in the middle of a strongly performing market. But before you race out to find somewhere in desperate need of TLC, stop and do some research about local prices and buyer trends in our neighborhood. As an experienced…
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One of the great opportunities in real estate is the option to become a “rentvestor” – someone who buys a property, rents it out and lives elsewhere. Rentvesting is becoming increasingly popular with young Americans who want to break into the property market. The concept works on this premise: buy what you can afford, and…
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Moving into a new apartment block is an exciting experience with a new neighborhood to discover and many people to meet. It’s one of those once-in-a-lifetime moments when you have your own place, and your independence and freedom. Buying an apartment right now has the potential to be an excellent, long-term investment. And if you’re…
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