With the days warming and summer approaching, it’s understandable if you think it’s a great time to repaint the exterior of your home. Surely, summer is the best time of year to break-out the brushes because there’s less threat of the rain and damp that would compromise the drying of the paint? Admittedly, one downside…
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It’s the calm before the storm – two interest rate cuts are now complete but the housing market remains stubbornly poised for growth as buyers and owners wait to see the impact. Home sales fell 0.7% in July, compared with the June numbers, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). June had recorded a…
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A jump of 30% in the value of investor loans has buoyed the real estate market as it prepares for a huge spring selling season. Loans for owner-occupiers are also higher, rising 13.2% compared with the corresponding period 12 months ago. The total value of new housing loans rose 1.3% in June to $29.2 billion…
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Springtime is the favourite moment to get the duster flying around the home and banish all those cobwebs that gathered silently in dark corners during the winter months. For those of you preparing to sell your home this spring, it’s important to spend time on a deep clean strategy to offer potential buyers a great…
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As we enjoy the start of spring, many homeowners will be working hard to prepare their properties for the biggest selling season of the year. Even if you’ve not made a final decision about whether to sell, there’s still time to catch the market’s spring vibes. It will not take long to prepare for your…
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If you’re puzzling over New Zealand’s real estate scene, trying to figure out whether you should jump into the market to upgrade or downsize, there are at least five factors that might be on your radar. Of course, you’ll think we’re going to list price trends as the first and foremost of an owner’s concern…
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New Zealand’s property market continues to show an uneven recovery with luxury areas breaking price records while other regionss struggle against a cocktail of economic malaise and mortgage costs. The bellwether of the Kiwi real estate scene is Auckland, and it’s experiencing fluctuating fortunes. Auckland owners will be happy the cost of an average dwelling…
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It’s no secret the US is in the midst of a strong seller’s market. Yet even with so many eager buyers out there, knowing how best to negotiate with them is crucial for home sellers. After all, the goal of selling a home is to receive the highest possible price – and this is especially…
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When planning to sell your home, it’s natural to want to understand the health of the real estate market and the likelihood you’ll achieve the desired price for your property. Yet, for many owners, today’s marketplace is difficult to read. Currently, we have high interest rates as the Reserve Bank of Australia continues to put…
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Many homeowners will soon begin to consider listing their property for the upcoming spring real estate market. Spring is traditionally a peak time for home sales due to increased buyer activity and favourable weather conditions. As an experienced real estate agency in your area, we’d recommend you begin thinking about a spring sale today. The…
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