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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Even as Australia faces a historic shortage of rental properties, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has warned real estate investors their tax returns will be scrutinised closely. The ATO claims nine out of 10 landlords make mistakes in their tax returns, so they’ll receive special attention this year. As an experienced real estate agency with…
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With pressure on the Federal Government to encourage the building of more homes to ease price pressures and the historically tight rental market, new data reveals a slowing in residential construction. The Australian Bureau of Statistics has reported the total number of dwellings approved fell in April. Daniel Rossi, the ABS head of construction statistics,…
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As the winter chill lingers, the real estate market is still bustling with activity. Auction clearance rates continue to register above the 70% mark, indicating buyer sentiment remains strong. This makes it a perfect time for sellers to enter the market. Those of you who think they’ll get a better price during the spring selling…
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Simultaneous settlements – the selling and buying of a home at the same time – happen every day. But sometimes, the wheels of property fortune do not roll so sweetly. If you’re selling before you find the next property of your dreams, you could find yourself “homeless” – at least for a short period. The…
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Affordable property is hard to find these days and locals are being forced to make tough home choices when buying. One increasingly common question that our agents have been asked: is it worth buying an affordable home if it means living in a high-crime area? This issue is enhanced with more people compelled to live…
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There are plenty of points to factor in when buying a home, with many easy to forget amidst the financial and emotional challenge of making a significant purchase. However, failing to recollect such issues can result in drama, so our agents have listed the most common elements of a purchase that inexperienced buyers forget about.…
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The adage, “a picture tells a thousand words” is unquestionably true when selling a property. With most homebuyers inspecting properties online before attending open homes, first impressions matter more than ever, and quality property images can make or break a great sale. Make no mistake: photos taken on a mobile phone won’t cut it when…
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As your local real estate agent, our group is constantly aware of developments that may have an effect on the housing market. A significant upheaval might be approaching. Imagine a time when it will be lawful for Australian employees to insist on working remotely. The Fair Work Commission is reviewing this possibility. If these reforms…
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The question of how much foreign buyers influence the Australian property market can be controversial with claims their participation bolsters prices and worsens housing affordability for ordinary Australians. New research by PropTrack, part of the portal realestate.com.au, has recorded a 20% increase in searches from overseas buyers compared to the five-year average. This surge is…
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