Like any property purchase, it’s essential you do the math before you buy an apartment or condo so you’re certain you can afford the mortgage repayments and additional strata costs. The body corporate fees – also called levies – are a mandatory part of strata living and a major consideration when purchasing an apartment. Every…
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When selling, meeting the demands of the marketplace is critical to maximizing the value of your property. This is why so many owners of apartments and houses invest in a new bathroom or kitchen to make their homes more attractive and valuable to buyers. Great features in your home reduce its time on the market…
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Whether you’re ready to sell or have just bought a new property, the chances are a little home improvement is on the agenda. While many homes are ready to move into, few deliver entirely on their vision – there’s always something you want to change or update to suit your personal taste. DIY enthusiasts revel…
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Institutional investment in property often serves as a significant driver in real estate markets. Housing prices can reach new heights during certain periods. Values are typically influenced by factors like interest rates and institutional investor activity. Large numbers of properties may be acquired by institutional investors in active markets, while mortgage rates continue to play…
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Nothing deflates a potential buyer faster than a messy home. No matter how perfect the property might be, folks can’t get past dirty washing or breakfast plates dumped in the sink. Failing to prepare your home correctly is tantamount to self-sabotaging your own financial interests. As an experienced agent, I do everything I can to…
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If you’re in buying or selling mode right now, you’ll be watching property prices and wondering what current market trends mean for you. Home values can be influenced by various factors, including interest rates and investor activity. However, it’s important to remember that while national trends are interesting, real estate is made up of local…
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The closing process when buying property can be full of mixed emotions as you grapple with the excitement of the purchase against the fear something might go wrong and dash your dreams. Losing a property once an offer has been accepted is a rare event – but it can happen. This means you should never…
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The kitchen is the heart of any home, and prospective buyers will usually spend more time there than in any other room during a viewing. Discerning buyers will check out the age and quality of appliances, the workflow of the preparation areas and even open cabinet doors to judge the storage available. It’s no surprise…
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Finding a dream home is no small challenge for buyers. But it’s common to be left scratching their heads at some of the phrases used by real estate agents when a deal on a property is close to being finalized. In my experience as an agent, the terms that confuse the most are when we…
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In real estate, an increasing number of buyers are now qualifying prospective properties not just on square-footage and the number of bedrooms but also on whether it has a home office space. As an experienced local agent, investing in a home office is a great idea to maximize the value of your home. And it’s…
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