Eagle Junction State School Catchment
One of the primary factors that families look for when choosing a home is the proximity to good schools. Giving children the best possible education is always a priority on parent’s agendas and if this can be done through the State system, that’s an attractive proposition. Buying a property within the catchment area of a…
Things we promise NOT to say that other agents might
Real Estate is an incredibly lucrative and competitive business and some Real Estate Agents will do almost anything to get listings in the search for commissions. Unfortunately reputations have been battered in the process. But just remember that not all can be tarred with the same brush. The reality of Real Estate is that agents don’t…
Federal Budget 2017. What does it mean for homeowners?
I’m sure that you were all glued to your television screens last week for the announcement of the 2017 Federal Budget. Of course we were all waiting with baited breath for Treasurer Scott Morrison to deliver his brief with the same anticipation as the point distribution at Saturday’s Eurovision Song Contest. Perhaps you even dressed…
Beware the Quote Lie!
When you are looking to sell your home, whether you are looking to upscale or downsizing, the most important thing is to get the best price for your property. For most people, that means the most money. So when you are conducting research into which agent you should be looking to sell your home with,…
Should I buy a townhouse, house, or apartment?
Brisbane is one of the most live-able Cities in the world, and a big part of that live-ability is the huge variety of different properties for sale in Brisbane. Whether you crave the simplicity of an inner-City apartment close to entertainment, dining and work – or a house with a large back yard for the…
Depreciation Information for Investors
Property Investors can claim thousands of dollars in tax deductions on their Investment property based solely on depreciation on the property, and yet evidence suggests that the majority of investors are missing out on this easily claimed deduction. Depreciation is an accounting method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over it’s useful life…
Why do people auction?
Every Saturday, all around Australia, the hammer is raised and another auction takes place on our streets. But according to Realestate.com.au and CoreLogic Data, last week only 45% of auctions resulted in a property being sold. The previous week that value was 55%. Odds are not stacked in favour of the Seller. So if you…
5 Staging Tips for your Outdoor Space
When you’re thinking about selling your home, giving the place a spruce up can make the difference between getting your asking price or being sorely disappointed. As we all know, when you live in Brisbane so much of your living takes place outside, so it’s vitally important not to neglect your best outdoor spaces when…
Can a good leasing manager reduce your vacancy rate?
The landlord-tenant relationship is an incredibly important one, and as an intermediary between the two parties, having a great property manager can be the difference between having a successful relationship, or a difficult one. Competent, professional property management can make tenants feel comfortable in their rental property, and give landlords security in the knowledge that…
Interstate House Inspections
The Brisbane property market has long been attractive to investors due to the more affordable pricing than Sydney and Melbourne as we discussed in a previous blog post. Subsequently, a number of the people who own one of the 28% of properties owned by investors live interstate, but investing in an unfamiliar City can cause…