Building wealth through property is a well-established financial principle, and the latest survey from industry researcher CoreLogic underlines the validity of this belief. Homes selling in the June quarter delivered an average profit of $285,000 to the seller, according to the latest CoreLogic figures. Whether you’re a professional investor or the owner of a home,…
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As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, it’s time to prepare your home for the challenges of the colder months. Just like we bundle up in warm coats and hats, our homes need extra care to withstand winter’s chill. From a real estate perspective, proactive maintenance not only prevents costly repairs but…
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Summer is here – and it’s the perfect time to put your property on the market. Price expectations among sellers remain strong after 21 months of successive value increases. And the environment of mortgage serviceability remains consistent despite our disappointment in the failure of the Reserve Bank of Australia to reduce interest rates. If you’ve…
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Imagine a home that anticipates your needs, adjusts to your preferences, and enhances your everyday life. From voice-activated assistants to intelligent security systems, smart technology in homes is becoming more intuitive and efficient than ever before. Technology impresses today’s buyers. They’re putting a premium on properties that have smart-home devices installed, as well as cutting…
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With the summer break beckoning, many homeowners will be planning to spend some time with a paint brush to give their home a facelift. Many of them will be doing so with the intention of putting their properties on the market for the late-summer and early-autumn sales season. With interest rates still at 4.65% –…
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When it comes to home maintenance, owners tend to overrate their DIY skills, producing work that either doesn’t add value to their property or damages it. If buyers recognise poor work they will often seek a discount to pay for remediation or consider another property with no such issues. These home improvement tips will help…
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With a focus on cost-of-living pressures since the post-Covid spike in inflation, many homeowners have been investigating the benefits of downsizing or taking out a reverse mortgage – and sometimes both. The impetus to downsize usually strikes so-called “empty-nesters” – those couples whose adult children are no longer living in the family home. But levies…
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Forget wedding bells, young Canadians are more interested in being a homeowner. Some 40% of under-30s say buying a property is critical to their five-year plan, signalling a preference over travel (30%) and marriage (24%). The survey conducted by the Royal Bank of Canada comes as interest rates have dropped a further 0.5% to 3.75%,…
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As more people become increasingly aware of their environmental footprint, sustainable living is gaining momentum. This translates into a growing interest in eco-friendly home renovations and upgrades. By making conscious choices, homeowners can significantly reduce their impact on the planet while enjoying a comfortable and healthy living space. And just as importantly, you’ll be adding…
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It’s the perfect time to focus on your real estate goals with the interest rate another falling 0.5% to 3.75% and with the possibility of more cuts coming from the Bank of canada. Property ambitions are certainly going to be a keen topic of conversation this upcoming Holidays, that’s for sure. If you’re psychologically ready…
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