AN AUCTIONEER’S DNA
September 10, 2018
Jennifer E Kent talks with Dene Tucker, Director, RE/MAX Auction Services Having worked in real estate for over 28 years, Dene Tucker’s knowledge of all things auctions is invaluable. While Dene’s expertise extends beyond auctions, it is his passion that has led him to excel as an auctioneer and become a leader, mentoring up-and-coming …more »
Giving them a helping hand into investment
September 9, 2018
If you remember back to the process of buying your very first investment property, ‘stress-free’ probably doesn’t come to mind; and whether you now own one or multiple investment properties, you will probably always remember the big step you took. With property ownership becoming seemingly tougher for future generations to achieve, helping your children set …more »
A property manager’s many hats
September 3, 2018
The day in the life of a property manager is almost impossible to capture. Priorities shift and change with every email and phone call. Each property manager works differently, with the same priority –looking after your investment. If there ever comes a time you can’t reach your property manager, rest assured they’ll call you right …more »
Expanding your property portfolio: Why stop at #1?
August 24, 2018
Everyone has a different reason for delving into property investment. For some it may be a way to spread assets and build equity, for others it may be to secure a financial future in retirement. Whatever the reason, chances are that not all investors plan on their property portfolio stopping at just one. There are …more »
The house-proud tenant
August 20, 2018
When talking about the attraction of a rental property to tenants, a lot of emphasis is often put on the investment property’s location; but, when it comes to attracting suitable tenants, it is just as important to give consideration to the quality of the property. If these are truly great tenants, you may ultimately want …more »
Holiday Rental Investment
August 16, 2018
School holidays are over yet again for many of you (collective ‘sigh’ from parents!). Did you manage to get away somewhere different? Perhaps the fresh air and fun-filled days have you thinking about investing in a holiday home? If you’ve returned pondering the question of whether or not to buy a get-away place of your …more »
Hollywood special effects guru teams up with RE/MAX
August 7, 2018
RE/MAX Real Estate Services in Cairns had a serious encounter with Hollywood fame when the office listed a classic tree-change property on the Atherton Tablelands. Oscar winner Jerry Jeffress, and his wife Melissa, engaged broker owner Tony Williamson and sales associate Ray Murphy to sell the property they’d purchased in 1990. Mr Williamson described the …more »
Mortgage Specialists/Brokers versus Banks
July 20, 2018
If you need a home loan, there are 3 ways to go about it: apply with your bank directly, shop around for a deal yourself or get a mortgage broker to do it all for you. For most Australians, going with a major bank or lender seems like a safer option because you have trust …more »