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September 29, 2021

Renovation research pointers

Whether you are building or undertaking a major renovation, check current legislation in your region to ensure that the work provided is under warranty. Most states require builders to be fully registered and this includes offering […]

September 21, 2021

Investing in time is your biggest windfall

Shop around. These two words describe the best possible philosophy in any sphere of real estate — be it buying, building, renovating, searching for a mortgage or insurance, or simply choosing an agent to sell your […]

September 15, 2021

Real estate growth triumphs over adversity

With many real estate brands reporting record growth in recent months, coupled with interest rate lows, flexible lending and working arrangements, pioneering practices are rising to the challenges of pandemic-driven consumer behaviour. Embracing new technologies reaps […]

September 14, 2021

Clearance rates: what they mean for buyers and sellers

If you read any auction stories in the Sunday papers or online, the words “clearance rates” will inevitably be mentioned. They indicate the strength of the selling market by measuring the percentage of homes sold at […]

September 10, 2021

Your property inspection checklist: must-take items

Augmented-reality technology and pandemic restrictions are quickly changing the way we buy, sell and rent property. But for an initial property inspection, wherever and whenever possible, it pays to adopt a hands-on approach. In addition to […]

September 1, 2021

The financial gains and warning signs of reverse mortgages

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Reverse mortgages are an increasingly popular way to boost the bank balance for those approaching their twilight years. Aimed primarily at cash-strapped seniors who own their home – or a substantial portion of it – a […]

August 31, 2021

Creating workable home offices

The extended lockdown periods of COVID restrict many employees to their inner sanctums: i.e. the home base. This comes as a welcome relief to some, who relish the avoidance of a crowded commute or being confined […]

August 20, 2021

How buyer’s advocates provide the investment edge

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Time-poor investors still seek to be information-rich, especially when it comes to their property portfolio. In the increasingly competitive Adelaide real estate market, many canny buyers are looking to gain an advantage by working smart, […]

August 13, 2021

Covering all costs: Lending fees checklist

So you’ve finally found the perfect property. Everyone agrees; even the dog likes it! If you’ve done your homework, all you need to do now is finalise the details, because otherwise, your dream home may turn […]

August 4, 2021

A pet subject: don’t assume in strata developments

With the rise of apartment living, it’s only natural that the issue of pet ownership in strata complexes surface. It’s estimated by the RSPCA that 61 per cent of households own pets so it’s important that […]

July 28, 2021

What to look for in a property manager

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A valuable property manager is a gift for landlords, yet also beneficial for tenants. Being able to please and appease both sides of the equation is a rare commodity. If you’re in the market for […]

July 27, 2021

The big clean: what to do and when

With low temperatures and some states experiencing lockdown restrictions that limit outward mobility, many householders are adopting an interior lifestyle view. When coupled with wintry conditions shortening our daylight hours, there’s simply no place like home. […]

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