It’s been refreshing to see more inventory come onto the market in Sydney’s east, especially as we head into the traditionally slower winter months. Does this mean a dramatic price correction is on the cards? Or are we just seeing a return to normality? Sellers: You’re still in the driver’s seat As we move into the 2017/18 financial year, Sydney’s housing supply is at its…
Investing in property is still one of the safest ways to boost your assets over the long term. In Sydney’s eastern suburbs, you’re relatively well protected from any instability affecting the wider real estate market. If investing in the east is part of your financial plans, I’ve got your questions answered. What are the current trends for property investors? As a whole, the Australian property…
While it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find fairly valued property in Sydney right now, there are still some good investment opportunities to be had – provided you know how to look for them. When you’re buying an investment property in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, it’s important to choose one that’s going to provide a good flow of revenue and show plenty of capital growth by the…
Looking for a place to have a drink and watch the sunset? You cannot do better than Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, and from Bondi to Maroubra there is somewhere for everyone. Sydney’s Eastern Suburb beaches are amongst the best in the country. They’re not just about swimming and surfing. Here are my top ten beachside bars to have a drink and watch the sunset. The Bucket…
When buyers ask me which markets to focus on to make the most of their investment, Randwick is always at the top of my list of recommendations. It may not offer the ocean views of its glamorous neighbours, but it does have far more room to increase in value. There’s a whole host of changes that will only increase Randwick’s popularity over the coming years….
Even though I’ve seen my share of market changes in 30 years working in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, I’m still convinced that today’s downsizers are in a genuinely unique position. The fact is that they hold all the cards in one of the most desirable real estate markets in the country. But not every downsizer I meet knows how to make the most of their situation….
Even though Maroubra is home to one of Sydney’s top surf beaches, it’s traditionally seen as a backup choice in real estate terms. Property hunters are much more interested in securing their place further up the coast in Coogee, Clovelly or even Bondi. And that’s how they’re missing out. The fact is Maroubra is still an undervalued market ripe for capital growth. Don’t believe me?…
The conversations I’ve been having with young parents lately are suggesting an emerging trend when it comes to buying in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. Increasingly, parents with young children are opting for apartment living over freestanding or semi-detached houses. What’s surprising about this trend is that their reasons aren’t always about cost. For many of these families, it’s a question of flexibility, quality and, above all,…
You don’t need me to tell you that Clovelly is one of the most popular options for buyers looking to move to Sydney’s eastern beaches. But there’s plenty to discover about this suburb beyond its glossy exterior. As someone who’s worked in the area for decades I’m keen to share the inside story with potential buyers. Here are six key facts you should know before…
In my years working as an agent, I’ve met a great many sellers who’ve been completely overwhelmed at the prospect of downsizing. I definitely sympathise. After living in a home for decades, sorting through an entire family’s worth of possessions and preparing a place for sale can be a mammoth task. But I’ve also seen downsizers who’ve managed this process in clever ways. Here are…
You don’t need to be an expert on Sydney real estate to guess this property price formula: proximity to a world-famous beach, multiplied by number of bedrooms, equals eye-watering prices. But what plenty of house hunters don’t realise is they don’t have to zero in on Bondi to have the benefits of a beachside property. Today, I’m going to let you in on the secret…
Sydney’s eastern suburbs are now being referred to as the ‘epicentre’ of Australia’s housing market. But if demand is so reliable, why are sellers so unwilling to set a price and sell through private treaty? Frustrating as it can be for buyers, the fact is there’s too much temptation leading sellers to auction in these markets. The key to Sydney’s auction game: Our housing stock…
