It seems like Christmas was just a minute ago! Hot cross buns and Easter eggs are already in the shops. If you would like sell before Easter- realistically, you have 3 weeks to get ready. The Easter Weekend (Good Friday) starts on the 25th of March this year. Many...
First Home Owners Grant From time to time, State or Commonwealth Governments offer incentives to first home buyers. Contact Revenue SA (www.revenuesa.sa.gov.au) for further information. Getting a loan It is important to set a budget. Think about how much you can afford to borrow and repay. The bigger deposit...
Follow these tips to help you sell in a timely manner and at a premium price. Make sure the clutter is cleared out of your entire home. Most homes can benefit from removing about ¼ of the furniture and belongings. Create a home that feels spacious. Open up the...
Sometimes (though thankfully not often), a home will not value at the price it has sold for, causing the contract to crash or negotiations to re-open. We’ve put together a list of the three top tips so that when the time comes, you’ll be prepared to get the best...
Bringing home a renovation within budget and on time is undoubtedly one of the biggest challenges for any novice renovator. It requires skill, knowledge and careful planning. The same principles apply to any renovation, big or small, and it starts with research and planning, especially if you are managing...
They say that, when it comes to stressful life experiences, selling your home is right up there with the worst stuff – so it comes as no surprise that many people feel a bit battered and bruised by the end of the property marketing process. However, selling your home...
Vendors nowadays expect agents to be available and answer the phones 24/7. The latest technologies are a given and are now available to all agents. Beware the e agent that offers a flat fee inclusive of marketing. This should ring alarm bells as third party suppliers such as Internet portals,sign...
Location When deciding where you would like to live, check the facilities available close-by such as shops, schools, public transport and parks. Compare prices of similar houses. You should consider: Homes that are currently being offered for sale (look at advertisements online and in the paper, and at the...
You might prefer to purchase by private treaty, but the home of your dreams is up for auction. Here are a few tips that might help. Prior to the event Use your research and budget to help you identify a ‘walk-away’ price. It’s in your interest to keep this...
Property presentation to maximise the sale price of your home is about removing any excuse for a buyer to ask for a price reduction. If you follow and apply the 5 steps below, you’ll dramatically reduce the chance of “leaving money on the table” when you sell. Property Presentation...