In the ever-changing world of real estate, it pays to stay informed. Listening to a podcast is a great way to stay up to date and learn valuable new tips without it feeling like hard work. And what better way to do that than by tuning into the best property podcasts the country has to…
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Creating wealth for later in life is a goal most of us embrace and spend our entire working lives trying to accomplish. And for the vast majority, property investment is a huge component of their strategies. Many young people today feel the idea of owning property is beyond their reach. However, there are strategies to…
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As environmental awareness continues to rise, the demand for energy-efficient and sustainable homes has surged, prompting a shift in the features that buyers now look for in their next home. Eco-conscious buyers are actively seeking properties that align with their values and have cheaper energy costs. Sellers are responding by incorporating green features into upgrades.…
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Have you ever wondered why some houses achieve great sales prices while others are passed in at auction or languish on the market, slowly losing their value in the eyes of buyers? What is the magic formula for a successful property sale? Our agents will tell you there’s no “magic” but a combination of logical…
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As we herald the start of the spring selling season, there’ll be a few owners who’ll be anxiously watching the trends for buyer demand and prices. Some owners won’t give it a second thought – they’re the ones selling in Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane, which are thriving markets currently. Those in the other capital cities…
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Preparing your home for sale always takes a little time and a touch of elbow grease – after all, you don’t want your potential buyers to experience a cluttered and untidy home. The bathroom and kitchen are often the most time-consuming areas to clean before you open your doors to buyers. These are also the…
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New business insolvency data is a sharp reminder for owners and buyers that the building industry is still operating on shaky ground across Australia. Those who want to renovate before selling, or buy land and then build, need to carefully consider their risks before pushing ahead. Insolvency data from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission…
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As the weather warms, buyers will find an increasing number of homes with swimming pools coming onto the market. Spring and summer are the ideal times to sell a home with a pool, and many buyers will get caught up in the exciting prospect of enjoying hot days in their own pool. For many, it’s…
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After four years of record-breaking rental growth, investors and landlords are now moving into a period of consolidation. Industry research CoreLogic says its latest rental data shows rents grew 0.1% in July – the smallest increase since 2020. Over the previous 12 months, rents increased by 7.8%, which is still substantially above the rate of…
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For the 19th consecutive month, Australian property prices recorded value growth despite continuing high interest rates and an economy showing slightly higher unemployment and weakening fundamentals. Leading industry researcher CoreLogic said values were up a further 0.5% month-on-month in August, delivering a rolling 12-week growth rate of 1.7%. The market has been unable to sustain…
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