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 […]
[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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
[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 […]
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. […]
Paying attention to contracts, and the information contained within them can often be the difference between a good and bad buy. A standard contract of sale, which may include a vendor’s statement, incorporates much of the […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The question of homeownership versus contributing to a landlord’s investment is an age-old conundrum when buying your first home. Homeownership is a worthy goal that can build wealth and provide security. But depending on different […]
Buying a property requires more than a deposit. Pre-purchase costs can add up to 10 per cent to the price of an average family home. Some of these, such as conveyancing, stamp duty and mortgage costs, […]
There are two schools of thought when it comes to enhancing your lifestyle and increasing property values. Making the most of raw material (i.e. your place of residence or investment property), where location and median house […]
Industry analysts and the renting public alike are acutely aware of the housing affordability crisis. Research by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute shows Australia is short 173,000 affordable dwellings for rent, with Sydney alone […]
Not everyone can afford to spend a small fortune when buying their first home, which is why apartments will continue to be popular. Factor in the often central location, low-maintenance lifestyle, other conveniences and resale potential, […]