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The best luxury investments are more structural in nature – the ones that capitalize on that great view of the beach or the city, leave an impression on dinner guests, or complement your home’s unique architecture or history. So you have some hard-earned money to invest in your property? It’s tempting to splash out on all the latest technological gadgets that you can, and while…
Living in a strata complex has some great advantages… The power of numbers when it comes to repairs, the convenience of things like garbage collection, gardening and common area cleaning and even the ability to keep a pool or fitness centre on site. However, this smart way of living in an apartment community also comes with some caveats and it’s important you know what you’re…
What buyers expect and need from a property is constantly evolving as our lifestyles change. While beachside and parkside living will always be desirable, the layout and design of our homes has changed. The modern family home is now open plan, with space for work and play. Here’s what many buyers I meet are looking for: Modern family lifestyles The family home is no longer…
It often feels like Sydney’s popular Eastern beaches is a discrete property market, unaffected by domestic and international events – but we are part of a global economy and we’re subject to the demographic, economic and social changes of the world. The property market can be affected by a surprising range of factors – with both positive and negative results. 1. The Aussie dollar The…
I talk to a lot of despondent first home buyers in Sydney’s East, worried they’ll never get onto the property market in such a competitive market. But it is possible. Armed with some insider knowledge, you can get ahead of the property-seeking pack. Here are my tips. Get out your calculator What you can afford will depend on your budget. So start there and work…
Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs offer some of the most stunning parks. Here are my top six choices: Centennial Park This park is perhaps the most famous in Sydney, if not the country. For family fun, there is a multitude of things to do. For kids aged 0-5, the Restaurant Playground offers modern play equipment and sculptures. It is conveniently right next to the cafe and restaurant,…
There’s plenty on offer for buyers and investors in laid back family friendly Coogee. A thriving café scene, countless bars and restaurants and recreational areas, as well as planned transport upgrades, have Coogee real estate in hot demand. Coogee has long been synonymous with the idyllic Australian dream of a beachside suburb – fostering that laid back and relaxed surf vibe but, at eight kilometres…
Buying or selling a property can be complex, but it shouldn’t be overwhelming. I help guide people through the process every day. Here is a useful and quick guide to some of the terms and information you need to know before you start. Private treaty sale versus sale by auction For sale by private treaty is where a price is set by the seller and…
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…
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