Revealed: Nationwide suburbs where house values are decreasing
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As speculation of a property market correction continues to dominate media headlines, there are several suburbs where falling real estate values are already becoming reality. Recent research, analysing median house and unit price changes across the country, has revealed the suburbs where oversupply and economic downturn has led to declining property values over the past […]
Top 25 fun (and free) things to do in Melbourne
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Melbourne is a beautiful city to visit, but tourists can be put off by the potential price tag attached to its pricier attractions. In the interests of being fun yet frugal, here are more than two-dozen activities and adventures you can have in Melbourne – for next to nix. 1. The National Gallery of Victoria […]
view.com.au – the new home of realestateVIEW.com.au
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We have exciting news to share! Several months ago, we conducted exhaustive research on what was important to you when browsing property online. You wanted more neighbourhood information, more accurate property price estimates, more control over how you browse and more access to the insights that help you make smart property decisions. You asked for […]
Has there been a boom in Tasmania?
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We know that property prices in the mainland states have continued to go from strength to strength – but what about our little sister to the south? Has there been a property boom in Tassie, and are house prices on the Apple Isle set to explode and rival those in Melbourne or Sydney? The Australian […]
Colour match: how to pick complementary colours
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A touch of colour instantly brightens a room – transforming it from dark and dreary to light and refreshing. But adding the right complementary colours is easier said than done! With so many options to choose from, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Does blue go with green and is it really a crime for pink and orange […]
Four upsides to moving (you may have forgotten about during the chaos)
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If you are feeling a little tentative about your next move, then you may not have considered all of the possible upsides to moving that so many people fail to recognise. During all the hustle and bustle (and stress) of searching for properties, selling your own, packing, moving, decorating, signing contracts, refinancing… it’s fair enough […]
Secluded retreat within reach of the city
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In the leafy Fairy Hills precinct of Ivanhoe, 11 Clark Road is a truly covetable property. Whether you love to entertain, like to keep fit, have a passion for fine food and wine, desire living close to the city, or like to feel as if you’re living in a country retreat… this spectacular home delivers on all […]
Moving house: what to keep and what to toss
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Many tips on sorting through your belongings before moving house tend to sound like Seymour Skinner’s advice to Bart on licking envelopes. If it isn’t seeing how many envelopes you can lick in an hour, it’s taking on the mind numbing 12-12-12 challenge (find 12 items to throw away, 12 items to donate, 12 items to keep!) […]
How to rent to friends and family and keep the peace!
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Regardless of what anyone may tell you, making a decisions to rent to friends and family is not a simple affair. On the surface, it may seem like it saves you from having to go through the various stages of renting out a property, such as advertising and using a property manager. However, these time/cost saving […]
Low maintenance houseplants
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Spring has come and gone, and nature and greenery is flourishing everywhere. But you can still bring Spring right into your home. Fresh houseplants and flowers bring life and joy – and even help to improve the quality of the air! Many of us are fortunate enough to enjoy expansive gardens, but some do not […]
How financial markets can impact real estate
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There are many impacts on home prices across Australia and indeed the world. There are obvious impacts such as basic supply and demand but financial markets can impact real estate in many ways. People sell their homes for numerous reasons, more often than not it is as a result of a professional motivation such as […]
How to upsize when you live as a DINK
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Don’t be offended. DINK does sound like an insult, but it stands for Dual Income No Kids. Who knows where that came from, but it’s a thing. If you are you free of the mess and noise of children after their first experience with red cordial, or looking to buy a larger home to accommodate […]
The first steps to investing using your current house
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Just bought your first home? Congratulations, you have made it inside the club. The line was ridiculous and that bouncer…rude. But forget that, you are a homeowner and from here on in it’s champagne and – wait. What is that second door with another bouncer in front of it? It has its own line! There seems […]
10 tips for saving for a deposit
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Saving for a deposit shouldn’t take too much brainpower, nor should it take too much effort. As long as you set up a few things at the start of your saving and follow through with a few commitments, then it’s all a matter of playing the waiting game as you wait for your savings to […]
How to secure your first home loan
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Owning a house is for many the ‘Great Australian Dream’, and with property prices on the rise and demand surging, it can seem like just that – a dream. Difficult though it may seem, investing in the property market isn’t impossible. The first step to owning your very own home is securing your first home […]
Buying a home as a single parent
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Housing affordability is a much debated and emotionally-charged aspect of public discussion. But buying a home as a single parent is almost never mentioned. Perhaps because it seems like an oxymoron. Couples are struggling to save for the necessary deposit for homes in Australia’s larger cities. What chance is there of buying a home as […]
The downsizing delusion: is it enough?
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The decision to downsize is not an easy one to make. Whether it’s from kids leaving the nest, looking to move closer to the city, or wanting to free up some wealth to support your retirement, shifting from a large to a small house comes with many changes. But how can you know if it’s […]
Tax depreciation schedule
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One of the most underestimated tools available for investors, especially those of new properties, is a tax depreciation schedule. It is also one of the easiest ways for an investor to make the most of the money they invest in property and to make the most of concessions available to investors within the tax system. […]
Selling your property yourself
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Selling your property yourself can save you significant costs otherwise associated with agent fees. However, this is a much-debated topic within the industry. Some believe the money you save in these fees you end up losing in the eventual sale. Couple this with the added stress of how involved you need to be in the process. […]
Renovating vs relocating
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So, what’s the story? Have your kids (finally!!) fled the coop? Are you at that stage where your bedroom is at risk of becoming a nursery or are there not enough good schools in your area? The decision between renovating and relocating is usually for those who need more space or need a different type […]
Home makeovers which don’t require landlord permission
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Be warned, this is not a guide to cheating your landlord. No. Yet, as real estate markets continue to soar past expectations and as more and more people turn to renting properties as a long term option, it is worth asking one question. Why just tolerate your home because you think it is just a […]
Starting a share house with friends
Advice
Every man, woman and monkey who hasn’t been living under a rock knows how hard it is to get into the real estate market today. The entire generation of baby boomers are collectively breathing a sigh of relief that they aren’t starting out in the game. Sydney’s ratio of dwelling prices to household income in […]
Space-saving solutions
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It’s probably pointing out the obvious, but a busy home creates a busy mind. If you want to limit your stress, then you may want to first think outside the box to find some cheap space-saving solutions. When you can’t go sideways, go up Whether you live in an inner-city apartment or a large rural […]
The upsizing downsides and downsides of upsizing
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The Australian dream used to be a house with a white picket fence. Is it now a two storey mansion with security cameras and a 30 metre lap pool? Sometimes upsizing is a necessary move. It can act as a natural part of growing your capital and planning for your future. However, there are aspects and […]
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