With headlines of a global reduction in oil and price rises, it’s no surprise an increasing number of buyers are seeking environmentally sustainable homes. Properties that consume minimal electricity for heat and air-conditioning are in big demand. As an experienced agency, we find some buyers will often cite their desire for a “sustainable home” without…
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A handful of smart strategies will help ensure an excellent price for your home when selling in today’s market, where buyer enthusiasm is cooling because of rising interest rates. To achieve a fabulous price today, you’ve got to put in the work. Your home must be pristine and ready to beat the competition in the…
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Have you noticed water tanks installed in city homes or regional properties that are already connected to town water? Rainwater tanks are becoming increasingly popular for several reasons, including a reduction in the quarterly water bill and the environmental benefit. Buyers appreciate green-friendly features that help the planet and shrink the size of utility bills. …
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Apartments are often the target of first-time buyers looking to get on the property ladder and empty-nesters seeking to downsize after raising a family. Both these groups will be happy to learn average values of apartments are recalibrating, dipping 2.3% nationally over the past four months. With almost 80% of the apartment stock, cities are…
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Rent rises may be about to max out, but more investors may enter the market once interest rates have stabilised, says industry researcher Core Logic. That’s because the latest figures for August and September show rents continue to increase annually by 10%. CoreLogic’s latest quarterly review has found that rents rose 0.6% in September –…
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It’s always helpful to look at the national real estate market to get a general sense of the attitudes and experiences of both the buyer and the seller. While we caution you against associating national numbers with sales results in your area, all local markets can be affected by national trends and confidence in the…
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An orderly correction of property prices is continuing across Australia as buyers and sellers react to changing market forces swayed by a 6.1% spike in inflation and increasing mortgage rates. For September, industry researcher CoreLogic has found values for all housing slipped 1.4%, a slightly better result than in August (-1.6%). This comes after two…
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Have you ever sat in snail’s pace traffic on your daily commute and dreamed of owning a small acreage with fresh air, green fields and not a traffic light for miles? It’s really up to you whether this is just an idyllic daydream or an aspiration you can turn into a reality. Even for those…
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Drone video of your property can make a fantastic impact on prospective buyers – but don’t get too caught up in this technology. They’re as spectacular for a beachside mansion with a swimming pool and tennis court as they are underwhelming for a one-bedroom unit. In other words, drone video isn’t for everyone so be…
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Many first-home buyers whose plans to buy in the city have been dashed by rising prices and interest rates are turning to regional Australia to climb onto the property ladder. While this isn’t an ideal solution for everyone, first-home buyers should not discount the idea. Regional centres are growing economically and offer excellent buying opportunities…
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