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What is my property worth?

When calculating the worth of your property, a sales agent will take a number of elements into account when calculating the appraisal price and how they feel your home would fit in line with market expectations. Property type and land size A sales agent will look at the type of property that you own as

What comes next if a sale falls through

When you sell your home, the expectation is that it will be as straightforward as allowing people through, the auction or sales negotiation and then settlement to free you to move onto your next property. But what happens when all doesn’t go according to plan?  There are times during a property sale when the potential

How long does it take to sell a house?

One of the questions that will often be asked when you choose to sell your home, is how long will it take to sell? There are commentators who will claim to know the science behind how long a property will stay on the market before a qualified buyer snaps it up.  There are no fixed

What happens if I break my lease?

The best-laid plans don’t always go according to the path that you set out on and changes in life circumstances can occur. It may be that you need to downsize or relocate for work or reasons outside your control.  It is possible to break your lease should you need to, however, there are requirements and

What are the costs with buying a home?

Buying your first or subsequent homes is an exciting stage of life and while the fun may be in searching for and negotiating a purchase, there are many costs that come with the purchase that are important to factor when planning your budget for the purchase. Stamp Duty, mortgage registration and transfer Fees Depending on

How to create a buyer attractive home

Attracting people to your home is key to getting a successful sale at a maximum price and there are some essential areas that potential buyers may look at when it comes to their list of requirements in living spaces and may ultimately determine if they choose your home to buy. Be smart about areas you

Strata fees and your investment

Purchasing an apartment, unit or townhouse can bring the opportunity to live in a property with lower maintenance than a house with minimal to no requirements to maintain yards or other buildings. It can also provide lifestyle amenities such as pools, gyms, and other facilities, however, these also need to be maintained. In many complexes,