The respected financial institution, Macquarie Bank, has given its 2025 mid-year economic outlook, and it sounds positive for property owners and investors while giving hope to first-home buyers. For anyone thinking of entering the market in the next 12 months, there is likely to be a concern at the back of your mind about the…
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Australia’s clearance rate at auctions is showing an increasingly healthy trendline with data companies such as Cotality and Domain regularly reporting a success rate of more than 70% – a benchmark for a healthy market. But what happens to the other 30% of properties that don’t sell? Do they get bought? Yes, except for a…
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When saving for your first home, the impact on your lifestyle can be considerable. Putting money aside for a deposit takes priority over fancy holidays, expensive cars and nice meals with friends. There’s no shortage of sacrifices to be made – and it’s been like that for generations. The challenge becomes more difficult if you’re…
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It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been a homeowner – one day or 10 years – trying to position your furniture in the living room of a new property can be a challenge. When we move into a new home, these are some common questions we ask ourselves: Does the furniture fit? What’s the best…
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Momentum is picking up in the major Australian real estate markets judging by the latest trendlines in auction clearance rates. The improvement is particularly noticeable in Melbourne and Sydney, while most other capital cities continue their strong performances. The only exception is the new multi-million-dollar market of Brisbane, where the trend has dipped slightly. Industry…
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Deciding to renovate any part of your home before selling is a serious investment decision. While you may feel your home needs a fresh kitchen or bathroom, how would you know if a new installation had paid dividends once the sale was signed and sealed? Is it really worth spending $20,000 on European appliances to…
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With the spring sales season around the corner, it’s a fabulous time for apartment owners to consider their next real estate move. Whether you’re planning to stick with your apartment lifestyle or move into a house, the most immediate consideration is to maximise the value of your existing property. As you’ll no doubt know from…
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While much of Australia continues to wake up to brisk mornings and endure chilly evenings, the reality is that spring is just around the corner – and that means the peak selling season for real estate. The market mood is now swinging in a highly positive direction thanks to two interest rate cuts since February…
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In the world of real estate, it’s becoming increasingly clear TikTok is having a massive impact on how we design and furnish our homes. It’s no secret a viral TikTok video can create waves worldwide. It’s also true that even moderately popular videos and viewpoints are influencing areas such as lifestyle, design and property choices…
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One of the challenges many Canadians face when deciding to buy and sell a home is how to assess the quality of their real estate agent. Exactly what should you expect from someone with whom you’re trusting your largest financial asset? And on what criteria do others make their judgment when appointing an agent? For…
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