Market updates and auction reviews
The 5 property trends to watch for in 2023
2023 will see a period of stabilisation in the Sydney market, but this doesn’t mean buyers will have it easy. Ensuring you find a quality property, validate the price in the current market and continue to have access to the borrowing power you need will be the key to success.
End of year bargains
With summer just around the corner, end of year celebrations and festivities are in full swing. While lots of people and businesses start to wind down, many closing up from mid December this year, I will be purchasing property right up until Dec 24th.
December is a buyer’s market - the time where you have the most leverage to negotiate on price.
Airbnb versus a long term tenant
Are you tossing up between Airbnb and a long term tenant? Here’s a few Airbnb stories that highlight it’s not the same sit back, relax, and watch the money come in.
NSW Stamp Duty changes are coming for First Home Buyers
As a First Home Buyer, how do you know if you will be better off to pay upfront stamp duty or the annual property tax? Download our free calculator to work this out.
How to choose the best Buyer's Agent for YOU!
If you think that a Buyer’s Agent would be valuable for you, then how do you choose the right one, for you? Read here for the top 5 considerations for your decision.
I’ve saved my deposit… now what?
If saving the deposit seemed like the hard part, then you may not know what you are in for.
How to find long term property value in the Inner West?
If you live in the Inner West or you are looking to buy there, you would be hard-pressed to not know several infrastructure projects are going on with multiple large construction sites. There are always upsides and downsides … but what are they and how can you benefit?
How to find “off market” listings?
Off market listings are where the real estate industry really transacts, although, many house hunters have no idea how to find an off market property.
I'm relocating to Sydney, where should I look to buy?
Sydney suits many lifestyles and regularly is voted one of the world’s most liveable cities, but it can be confusing to know which part of Sydney you might like best when relocating here.
What the 2021 Census data tells us about the property market…
The 2021 Census results are out and provide an interesting insight for the property market in the Inner West and Eastern Suburbs and how this compares to the rest of Sydney.
What due diligence do you need to do on a property?
Due diligence is a pivotal step in the property purchase process and is money well spent to ensure you are buying a quality asset.
NSW First Home Buyer Stamp Duty reforms for properties up to $1.5 million
The First Home Buyer Choice scheme will provide buyers an option of paying a one off stamp duty tax or an annual land tax
How to best prepare yourself for increasing interest rates?
How to prepare for increasing interest rates
What impact will the election have on the Sydney housing market?
What impact will the election have on the Sydney housing market?
What will happen to the housing market when interest rates start increasing?
What will happen to the housing market when interest rates start increasing?
What does the 'price guide' tell me?
What does the 'price guide' tell me?
Price guides can be a confusing and misleading number for buyers. It helps if you understand what a price guide is based on and then how you can use it.
How to buy your first property as a single female in Sydney?
How to buy your first property in Sydney as a single female
What does the auction clearance rate tell me as a buyer?
What does the auction clearance rate tell me as a buyer?
In short, not a whole lot about your actual chances to buy one specific home. Now, here's the longer version:
6 things to look out for when inspecting a property
When inspecting a property, it is easy to get caught up in the moment and see the positives but there are a few things to watch out for.