8 roles in real estate
At the end of 2021, Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed around 431,000 people were employed in rental, hiring and real estate services. You well may be wondering what some of the roles are – well there are quite a few, but here are eight for starters: Sales agent This is us! Whether it’s an investment.
Buy now or wait and see?
There’s no hiding from the seemingly grim headlines at the moment; the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raised its cash rate yet again this month to 25 basis points to 2.6%, and CoreLogic reported a further fall in housing values through the first month of spring, with the national Home Value Index (HVI) recording a.
How to get the best price for your property
Preparing and presenting your property are very important parts in the sales process, but the key to getting the best price for your property is selecting the right agent. First and foremost, you need to choose an agent who knows your area well, but in the Newcastle area, there are over 150 agencies registered with.
How to maximise renovations for good returns
With interest rates on the rise, many investment property owners may be looking at ways they can increase their rent. If improvements are made to a property, rent can be increased, so long as it’s fair and timely – read our blog about rent increases. The best time to renovate a property is when a.
7 home selling myths debunked
The property industry is awash with myths, and like many a good myth, some are so frequently repeated they are believed! However, while some may have an element of truth in them and should be taken in context of the individual sale, others are simply wrong. So, how do you know what to and what.
Celebrating 30 years of property growth
They say the best things come to those who wait… and never a truer word when it comes to property; the recent Core Logic report reviewing the past 30 years of property values shows just how significantly housing values have changed over time. Using an analysis of value index which takes into account house characteristics,.
Our step-by-step guide to selling your property
Traditionally spring has always been the time for selling a property, however, with interest rate rises and some economic uncertainty, some property owners may be holding back. However, there are some pointers to remind us why now might be the time to put your property on the market. While CoreLogic’s national Home Value Index (HVI).
What affects your property’s value?
It’s impossible to perfectly predict a property’s value; aside from the economy and interest rates, it ultimately comes down to what people are willing to pay. While everyone has different tastes and lifestyles, there are some common factors which influence a property’s desirability. Read on to find out what drags property values down and what.