Oh for my own holiday home!
January 22, 2018
How many Australians/New Zealanders have come back to work in January with sand between their toes and dreams of owning their own holiday home? Or perhaps it was the green grass underfoot, the bush walks, the hills to climb, the river adventures… whatever beckons. The holiday home-come investment property is one real estate …more »
The year to buy?
January 19, 2018
Owner occupiers and first home buyers made a good showing in the most recently released ABS housing finance figures. First home buyers came out confidently in the market as 2017 rolled on, probably in response to more stable conditions and incentives, and there is nothing on the horizon to suggest that things …more »
Make kitchen renovation appeal to buyers
January 18, 2018
Home owners with kitchen renovations on their radar for 2018 may draw ideas from a survey by Houzz, an American company that expanded to Australia four years ago. The Houzz platform is described as a renovator’s one-stop shop and an online destination for inspiration, expertise, interior design and renovation advice. …more »
Don’t stress unnecessarily when you buy
December 8, 2017
Buying a home can be a daunting process, especially when there are so many things to consider like: Where and what can I buy? How much deposit will I need? How much can I borrow? Who should I borrow from? What are all the other costs involved? How can I repay my mortgage quickly, and …more »
Is now a good time to expand your property portfolio?
November 30, 2017
We are currently seeing low vacancy rates in many markets across the country, with suggestions made that they will continue to remain low for some time. With this in mind, now may be a very good time to consider expanding your property portfolio. Low vacancy rates indicate a surge of interest in a particular suburb, …more »
Much more than just a door
November 27, 2017
How do you feel about your front door? How do you think others see it? The front door is easily one of the first things that people notice about a home. A front door should be welcoming, and draw you into the home. It can express your personality, just like your landscaping. Your front door …more »
A race to the future
November 24, 2017
If you have a home loan, chances are you take an interest in the first Tuesday of each month. That’s each month, not just November. It is unlikely a Melbourne Cup win will be enough to pay off your mortgage! It’s the day the RBA announces its decision on the interest rate, which in turn influences …more »
Keeping your investment safe this holiday period
November 22, 2017
For many of us, the coming holiday season brings the joy of decorating our homes to celebrate and share. This is a pleasure that extends to tenants too remember. Listen up everyone; whether a landlord, homeowner, property manager or tenant, here are a few suggestions relating to festive season safety to keep in mind but also …more »