Tweet Your home may have been the perfect size for you when you bought it, but life changes quickly – maybe some kids came along or the in-laws moved in – and then all of a sudden your charming little home starts to feel like it’s bursting at the seams. But selling your current home […]
Tweet Planning renovations on your property? No matter how big or small they may be you should always check whether or not you need Council approval. Your first step in finding out if approval is required is getting in touch with your local Council directly, as building rules differ from region to region. So do […]
Tweet Been sitting on the property sidelines wondering when to make your real estate move? There’s no need to hold off any longer because there are plenty of reasons why now is a great time to enter the property market. Interest rates are low Buying a home is more affordable at present thanks […]
Tweet Interest rates have been holding steady at the all-time low of 1.5 per cent since August 2016, but they may not stay that way forever. While an interest rate change may not be on the cards for some time, many economists are predicting that when a change does happen it […]
Tweet Housing affordability may have been a central feature in the 2017 federal budget, but no new measures were introduced this year to help struggling homebuyers. However, while many first homeowners are likely to be disappointed by the latest budget, real investors are breathing a sigh of relief. A small victory […]
Tweet 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 […]
Tweet If you’re looking to break into the property market you may be weighing up whether to buy a home to live in or an investment property to rent out. While buying a home to live in can seem appealing, in some cases an investment property can be more financially rewarding long-term. There are pros […]
Tweet Buying a property at auction can be an extremely nerve-wracking experience whether it’s your first time bidding or maybe even your fifteenth. That’s because everyone who registers on auction day is hoping to walk away with their dream home, however there can only ever be one winning bidder on the day. When […]
Tweet The spring selling season usually proves to be a busy time for the property market with homeowners sprucing up their properties ready for sale, and buyers spending hours hitting the pavement on the hunt for the perfect property. If you plan to be one of the many Australians buying or selling in the spring […]