How much do median values tell you about property market performance?
When researching property markets many people like to keep track of median property values. While median values are a useful piece of information, they may not give you the complete picture of what is happening in any particular market. What are median property values? A median is worked out by using the middle […]
Make the most out of a spare bedroom
Are you lucky enough to have an extra room in your home that you don’t know what do with? While a spare bedroom seems like a good problem to have, a lot of homeowners are at a loss as to what to do with theirs and they may end up leaving it empty or utilising […]
Is an apartment the right choice for first home buyers?
Building a big home on a quarter acre block in the suburbs has long been an Australian dream, however as property prices escalate around the country that dream is being re-imagined. Many first home buyers are more interested in location and lifestyle rather than a traditional house and land. This is leading many […]
4 ways to speed up your property sale!
Figures from CoreLogic’s Property Pulse have found that Australian properties are taking longer to sell. According to the report, it took an average of 45 days to sell by private treaty across Australia at the end of 2017, and an average of 40 days across the combined capital cities. This was up slightly from 2016 […]
Preparing for an autumn sale!
Autumn can be a great time to sell property – the weather is cooler, gardens look pretty and many people are starting to tick New Year’s resolutions off their list. In order to take advantage of this fantastic selling season, it’s a good idea to spruce up your property and get it ready to show […]
It’s a great time to be a first home buyer!
If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the perfect time to jump on the property ladder, then 2018 might be a great time to look at your options. Conditions for first home buyers have improved drastically in the last year. New incentives and a cooling property market are providing the perfect opportunity for […]
How A Green Home Can Add Property Value!
A lot of homes weren’t built with environmental sustainability in mind, however an increasing number of buyers are becoming interested in “greenfriendly” property features. Some homeowners may be confused about what green-friendly really means and maybe hesitant to make changes to a property if they don’t understand how it might add value. A lot of […]
Should You Have An Annual Pest Inspection?
Your property is one of your most important assets and if you want to protect it you should have regular pest inspections carried out. An annual pest inspection can help you find any pest problems that may develop at your property over time. Most pest issues are easy to fix if they are found […]
Tips To Improve Your Property Valuation!
A property valuation is extremely important if you’re looking to refinance your existing home loan or apply for a new home loan. Your valuation will be used to determine how much collateral you have to offer against your new loan. So what can you do to get the best valuation possible? Pay attention to property […]
Should you use a property stylist?
We all know that first impressions count when it comes to selling property, but how far should you go to help ensure your property “wows” buyers? The answer for an increasing number of sellers is to enlist the help of a property stylist – someone who is an expert at picking the right furniture and […]
