The market was extremely strong in 2021, with auction pass ins a rare occurrence. However, this year we are seeing it back as a common scenario for a property to pass in at auction, and often promptly sell to the highest bidder in negotiations afterwards.
We want to explore what this means and how to navigate it - if you find yourself in the hot seat!
Read MoreWhile we recently touched on the basics of depreciation, we're going to explore how it can make/save you money this week. While it seems counter-intuitive, let us explain…
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a sea and tree change, Beaumaris has it all. Bordered almost exclusively by golf courses, parks and beautiful beaches, it’s no wonder Beaumaris is highly sought by families looking to live in a safe bayside environment.
Read MoreDescribed by its google description as one of the hippest suburbs in Melbourne (so its obviously true!)
Read MoreWhile we all hope (and pray) that our houses only increase in value over time, they'll still invariably lose value in other ways. We're ignoring land size and location today, obvs. This is all about the building itself and all the expensive bits attached to it. Let us delve into the world of property depreciation.
Read MoreIf driving into Bendigo for a day trip isn’t on your to do list this year then do yourself a favour and put it at the top. Named a UNESCO city of gastronomy in 2019, alongside 65 others worldwide, this culture, art and history rich city is a regional treasure.
Read MoreYou might know someone who's bought an investment property through a trust, has raved about it (using lots of jargon), and you'd like to know more. This blog looks at the pros and cons of buying property through a trust!
Read MoreDo you want to know about our secret weapon? The one that works harder for our clients than anything else? We used to be…
Read MoreWe wholeheartedly believe in property. We believe everyone should buy real-estate for wealth creation. We talk about property all day everyday and we love it.
Read More36 sleeps till Christmas! Although in real estate, we countdown the number of auction weekends until Christmas, and there’s only 5 of those left for the year! Wow. Where has the year gone??
Read MoreIn the age of smashed avo on toast, eco-friendly living and a general vibe among Millenials of wanting freedom in work, life and surroundings (thanks, pandemic), the tiny house revolution is a comin'!
Read MoreYou’re looking at buying an investment property and suddenly everyone starts talking about ‘gearing’... negative... positive... neutral... What does it all mean?
Read More“How’s the market?” asks every man and his dog. Our answer usually goes one of two ways, if we want to move things right along, the answer is simple, “Booming!”
Read MoreSo, you want the inner city pad for the lifestyle factor and you’ve got under a million bucks to spend… apartment hunting we go!
Read MoreDo school zones have an effect on housing prices in Melbourne? You bet they do!
Read MoreSo you’ve bought a property, you’re waiting eagerly for settlement to come around. You’ve called the agent or the agent has called you to book in the pre-settlement inspection or final inspection as it’s otherwise known.. What now?
Read MoreWe recently ran a session to a bunch of savvy business owners and professionals about all things property. We only had half an hour so wanted to note down a few of the takeaways from our presentation for those of you looking to enter the property market. Here’s the tips:
Read MoreThere is no doubt COVID has changed the way people are working. No longer are businesses demanding employees work 9-5 Monday to Friday from CBD office buildings. Pure joy has spread through the community of commuters who were regularly wasting up to 2hours of their day getting in and out of the office. Saving on parking costs, Myki fees, $28 salads and everything else that comes with it. The flexibility it has created is undeniable, but is this new way of life sustainable and what does it mean for the property market?
Read MoreWhilst we’ve been thrown into another lockdown, virtual/online auctions are back in full swing.. and if you haven’t been swapping Netflix for Zoom Auction action, we wanted to give you a bit of a wrap up of the two very different ends of the spectrum of online auctions you can encounter.
Read MoreFirstly, let us clarify that we are not debating the ‘location, location, location’ catch cry. Our philosophy is to buy the worst house in the best street you can afford. However, that is exactly where a lot of people become unstuck.
When we first sit down with clients, they’re usually wanting to buy a big house in their dream suburb. Unfortunately, more often than not they simply cannot afford both. Let’s explore then how to have the best of both worlds.
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