July 15, 2021
Off-market – a great real estate agent will use their database to find you the best current buyers out there. You want people who will pay a premium price and help make your transition as easy as possible. One negative of selling off-market is that a new hot buyer entering the market may miss out […]
July 1, 2021
The first step is to ask family and friends who have already downsized. We find many people follow their friends to new areas or apartment complexes, which makes settling in so much easier. You could also find a smaller modern home with a lot less upkeep in the same area, or relocate to a beautiful […]
April 27, 2020
Article by Nina Cuturic 18 Feb 2020 Whether it’s a property for investment purposes or a dream home that gives you the lifestyle that you’ve dreamed of, every house hunter has a set of criteria that they scout for. Of course, many property searchers never take that crucial step into homeownership, because they have a massive […]
April 14, 2020
Article by Katie Skelly From swimming pools and garages to a sun-filled aspect, these are the features Aussie buyers are seeking in a new home in 2020, as revealed by Australia’s number one agent. Thinking of selling your home? Who better to tell you the features Aussie home buyers are looking for, and help you […]
March 18, 2020
Article by Adrian Ballantyne 06 Feb 2020 Making an offer on your dream home can be a daunting task. There’s paperwork and finances to get in order, negotiations to keep track of, and what to do after your offer is accepted. Putting in an offer on the home you want, whether before an auction or […]
March 9, 2020
Article by Nicole Madigan, REIQ Whether you’re in the market to buy or sell, it’s important to familiarise yourself with what a multiple offer scenario can entail. While it may sound obvious, a multiple offer scenario occurs when you have more than one prospective buyer making an offer on a property. However, there are many […]
February 24, 2020
Article by Sophie Foster 13 Feb 2020 A Queensland location has been named the best place in Australia to buy property to get rich slow, a strategy more investors are considering now that money is cheap. The National Top 10 Best Buys 2020 report named the Sunshine Coast as the best place in the country […]
January 28, 2020
Suffice to say, moving houses is a stressful endeavour. It’s considered one of the top five most stressful life events, and many consider it even more stressful than going through a divorce. Packing your life into boxes and moving them into a new home will never be relaxing, and when your move involves getting to know a new […]
January 22, 2020
Selling a home is a big step and it is fraught with many nail-biting decisions and anxious moments. However, it all seems worth it when you hear those sweet words from the agent: “We have an offer!”. But, do you *really* have an offer? Firstly, some advice for sellers. The goal is to attract firm […]
