It seems that green homes are easier to sell, according to Domain’s annual Sustainability in Property Report. Data from the report reveals that energy-efficient homes receive more attention from buyers nationwide, resulting in quicker sales compared to their non-energy-efficient counterparts (see Table 1). Table 1 shows the difference in how long it takes to sell…
Victoria has become Australia’s second-most popular state for international buyers and tenants eyeing a move to the lucky country last month. New figures from PropTrack show that offshore demand for rentals is currently 32% above historical norms, with increasing interest coming from the UK, New Zealand, and China. Only New South Wales had higher demand…
Some of the biggest mansions in Australia are fetching record prices as it becomes clear that demand for luxurious homes in Australia is far outpacing supply. And it’s not surprising given that the number of ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals in Australia is surging, with many of the world’s richest drawn in by our…
From investors to first-home buyers, buying a property can be an exciting time. But it can also be riddled with fear and uncertainty, especially in a market like the one right now where there is uncertainty about interest rates and the supply of property is scarce. Having helped many home buyer clients at Metropole I…
Downsizing to a smaller house can sometimes feel overwhelming, but at some stage in our lives, the pros will begin to outweigh the cons. After all, downsizing your home to a smaller one is a great opportunity to save money and free up both your time and property equity. And it could help unlock some…
Saving for a home deposit is a significant milestone for many, but the path to securing it can be difficult and take several years to achieve. Many people question how to save for a house deposit in the quickest and most efficient way, and thankfully I do have some tips and tricks to help. Here’s…
Freshly baked cookies on the counter to create a warm family feel… A fruit bowl filled with lemons and limes to draw attention to the chic bar set-up… Even a staged bottle of champagne on the balcony to show you how you could be living in the lap of luxury. These are just some of…
From high property prices to restricted borrowing capacity and even sky-high rent costs, it’s harder than ever for first-home buyers to break into the property market. The Reserve Bank’s 13 interest rate hikes, sluggish wage growth, and higher deposits are just some of the many factors that have put many buyers on the back foot….
With our housing markets picking up around Australia there’s a whole young generation of first-home buyers getting onto the property ladder. The problem is, many of these First-time property buyers forget that the purchase price is not the end of their homeownership financial outgoings. There are a number of expenses that will continue for as…
One of the skills of being a good negotiator is knowing when not to talk but to listen. I have found that many inexperienced negotiators are too eager to show off just what they know. This can work against them as they often reveal too much too soon, in particular about what they are willing…
