| Real Estate Photography Tips If you are wanting to sell or lease a property, one of your most important assets will be good quality photos.   It is recommended that you employ the services of a professional photographer.  Having said this, not everyone has the budget for professional photography. So below are some great [...]

| Why isn’t my house selling? You were hoping for a quick sale, it is a few months on and it is still on the market?  Lets look at some of the possible reasons. Lack of Street Appeal? One of the most important factors in presenting your house is its Street Appeal. Buyers make up [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| How to Stage your Kitchen Kitchens are often the focal point in most houses. It’s where they spend much of their family time.  A kitchen can sell a house, or be a deal breaker!  Match the style of your kitchen to the style you’re creating in your house to what your target buyers are [...]

| How do I choose the best real estate agent The best agent is one who can help you with a smooth, quick sale, for the highest possible price.   So it is important to compare agents across a number of vital factors. Get referrals Nothing has credibility like referrals & testimonials. Just look at [...]

| How to get your home ready for sale Putting effort into your home before placing on the market can give it a winning edge, & ultimately push up the price and buyer interest. Remove the Clutter We all have it.  But prospective buyers don’t want to see it.  Rooms will look larger if there’s [...]

| What to Do If Your Home Sale Falls Through Having an offer does not necessarily mean you have sold the property - The deal is not complete till the money is in the bank. You Need Patience You have received a good offer - everything has been accepted & signed & you think it [...]

| Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent When Selling Your Home A great real estate agent is worth their weight in gold. They can help find buyers & sell your home fast for more money. Here are some important questions to ask: How Many Sales did they Close Last Year? Experience and a proven [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| How to Work Well With a Real Estate Agent You know what you want from your ideal agent. For the agent to get the best result for you, there are some responsibilities, & actions that can help them help you. Determining What is Your House Worth One of the biggest pain points for agents [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| How to Stage Your Bedrooms Bedrooms need to feel comfortable, calm, spacious and luxurious.  Also Good storage is essential and the bed must be the centre of attention. Get the basics right As with the living and dining rooms: Clear the clutter (including any TV’s, computers or clothes that are not hung in wardrobes). [...]

| Should You Sell Your Home During a Recession? It appears that Australia is heading for a recession due to COVID19. Whether you're currently trying to sell your home or considering putting your property on the market soon. Here are a few factors to keep in mind: What Happens to Home Prices During a Recession? [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| How cooling off periods work A cooling off period starts on the day you sign the contract and is usually five business days from this date. NOTE: There are different regulations in different states. Please be sure to do your state specific research. What is a Cooling Off Period? A cooling off period is [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| Pros & Cons of Selling During Coronavirus  Using history as a guide, this will end, and although we may be in for a bumpy ride, we will come out the other side and life goes on. The real estate industry is making effective use of online technology. Coronavirus may have temporarily changed some of [...]

| Simple Street Appeal Tricks To Attract Buyers Street appeal is a major influencer in attracting potential buyers. Does your exterior street view entice people to take a better look, or does it turn potential buyers off? Your Front Lawn and Garden Your front lawn is one of the first things buyers notice, yet it [...]

| Checklist - Staging your home will present it at its very best Buyers notice the smallest details. - The better your property looks and feels, the more money you are likely to get and the faster it will sell. The better your property looks and feels, the more money you are likely to get [...]

| How to sell your house in a buyers market The housing market constantly fluctuates between being a vendor’s market to a buyer’s market. Here are some tips to help you sell your home in a buyer’s market. Stand Out From The Crowd You need to stand out in the marketplace. Turn any unique features [...]

| Why Use an Agent to sell your home? Using an agent will maximise your price, reduce your stress & take the emotion out of the sales process.  The right agent maybe the best decision you can make when selling your home. Firstly ask yourself Do you have the knowledge & personality? Do you know [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| How to Stage Your Living Room Areas This is the room you entertain, relax and show-off in. It’s a room that tells buyers about your lifestyle.  Many buyers automatically assume your standard of living will become their standard of living if they buy your house. Clear the Clutter To create a calm well-ordered room, [...]

| How to Stage Your Dining Room This room is often neglected when it comes to presentation but it is absolutely worth some attention if you’re serious about your sale. A dining room needs to be presented as a “Dining Room” - not a half home office, where you occasionally eat. Set the stage Your [...]

| Factors that can affect the Value of Your Property Home prices can differ substantially. Factors range from economic and common sense, through to intangible factors. Position – Position - Position There is probably nothing that influences a property’s price more than it’s position.   Including. Suburb / Street / Position on Street / Views & [...]

| How to Stage your Bathrooms Just like kitchens, bathrooms are rooms that can make or break a sale. In your bathroom, if the fundamentals are right (i.e. all your fittings are in good order), your goal should be to make the room fresh, clean and relaxing (even luxurious). Get the fundamentals right Because you’ll [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| Pricing Strategies to Help You Sell Your Home Pricing strategies are a major part of selling your home. To market your house competitively, you need to set a price based on the facts using tangible factors. Pricing is a balancing act Your asking price is pivotal in determining how long your home will be [...]

There are many unexpected expenses you need to be aware of when you decide to become a property investor.
Investing in property has many financial benefits.  The purchase price of the investment property is where it starts.  There are quite a few extra both upfront and ongoing costs involved.

| Real Estate Advertising Schedules Explained An advertising schedule is a document from your agent that details your proposed marketing plan, along with strategies, timing & costs. Most Common Strategies There will be different marketing packages for marketing the sale of your home.  These vary widely depending on your home, your budget and your needs. [...]

| To sell by auction, private treaty or tender? How should you sell your house? 3 main methods for selling your house. Auction, Private Treaty & Tender. Every house is unique - different houses and different areas perform differently, depending on the method of sale. For you to achieve the highest sales price, it is [...]