Houses vs apartments – which is the better investment? It’s a debate that’s been raging amongst property investors for years – which is the better investment, a house or an apartment? Median price growth over the last ten years would suggest that...
According to Master Builders Australia, the next three years should see in excess of 200,000 new properties under construction. With all these new developments under way, opportunities to purchase units and apartments off the plan also look set to increase. Buying off the plan can offer...
One of the biggest mistakes people make is believing that any property is a good investment opportunity. Many operate under the misconception that there will be little or no risk to their money if they invest it in bricks and mortar, but a successful investor...
Interest rates are now at their lowest point for several decades. Property listings are up – despite the traditionally quiet winter months - and auction clearance rates and private treaty sales are higher across all capital cities than they've been for some time. All indicators...
Welcome to our September newsletter It looks like we’re in for a flying start on the spring auction season this year, with some of our property markets remaining surprisingly active during the traditionally quiet winter months. This unusually high activity has been stimulated by the Reserve Bank...
When was the last time you evaluated the rental value of your investment property? To keep up with market trends, it pays to review the rental value of your property on a regular basis. If it’s been a while and you feel you need to...
So you’ve done all the legwork and located the perfect property purchase. The problem is, if the property is going to auction, finding the right place to purchase is only half the battle. The auction process can be a scary and emotional experience, for both...
In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of granny flats being built across the country. Traditionally, the granny flat was a great way of taking care of ageing parents, but these days the benefits are many, not least being a great...
You spend a lot of time and effort searching for the perfect property to buy. When you find the right one, it can be very exciting and you can even fall in love! Buying a property can be a very emotional decision, so it is...
If you are going through the property buying process for the first time, you may think that conveyancing is just another formality and expense that complicates the purchasing process. In fact, a good Conveyancer simplifies the process for you, explains the (sometimes complicated) legal requirements...