Choose value over price
October 13, 2017
Do you know the difference between ‘value’ and ‘price’? They are often confused. ‘Value’ stands the test of time, while prices fluctuate. Fact is, as property cycles go, there have been, and possibly always will be, an unfortunate percentage of homeowners who paid prices at the time of purchase that weren’t on par with the …more »
Shrinking lots require thoughtful garden planning
October 12, 2017
House renovating generally involves at least some level of garden renovation. If you are ‘doing up’ a house with the idea of taking it to the market, really think about how you might add value through the gardens you create. Especially when you are dealing with a small block, as so many are these days …more »
Shrinking lots require thoughtful garden planning
October 12, 2017
House renovating generally involves at least some level of garden renovation. If you are ‘doing up’ a house with the idea of taking it to the market, really think about how you might add value through the gardens you create. Especially when you are dealing with a small block, as so many are these days …more »
Answering those auction questions
October 9, 2017
In the global real estate scene, Australia and New Zealand have mature auction markets, and many of their auctioneers and auction marketers are recognized as leaders in their field. Other countries look to Australia and New Zealand for auction models, but even in these two countries, auction markets vary substantially across geographic regions, product types …more »
Buying to sell
September 26, 2017
This may be a useful start to a checklist if profit is your goal: Buy at the right price. Buy in the right location, and at the right size. Build relationships with best-performing local agents before you buy ; agents you value and trust implicitly because they are the agents to see your purchase-to-sale activity …more »
Pinpoint your market
September 20, 2017
Not all real estate markets are the same! This isn’t breaking news. It’ been said before. However, the information available to first time home buyers or fledgling investors still can be incredibly confusing as they unpack the ‘big picture stuff’. The real estate market does not operate as one homogenous entity. The decision a buyer …more »
Approach tax claims the right way
June 30, 2017
End of financial year is nigh and the property investor’s thoughts turn to tax time. Or more simple, how to legally reduce that tax bill. Here’s a tip: Prepay expenses for an immediate tax deduction. Receive an immediate tax deduction by prepaying rental property expenses up to 12 months ahead. The payment must be for …more »
Will I lose control?
June 29, 2017
Buyers and sellers should approach auctions with absolute confidence because there is no shortage of professionals to answer their questions, from the marketing agents to the auctioneers. Australia’s state borders are more than lines on a map when it comes to legislation pertaining to the auction process, and the rules are in place to ensure …more »