As the country begins to return to relative normality and living with COVID is now the preferred approach to its management, every segment of the economy, including the real estate industry, is now assessing the effect of the inevitable changes that have taken place. Government emergency measures to protect tenants from eviction have been revoked […]
For both owners and tenants of residential rental properties, deciding between short-term and long-term tenancies is equally important, but the outcomes are different. One party looks for a return on investment and the other needs a secure and affordable place to live. Legislation Protects Tenancies Tenancies in Western Australia are controlled by The Residential Tenancies […]
Buying a home is the largest financial commitment most people make during their lifetime, so it makes sense to spend some time researching every aspect of home ownership before making any decisions. Many potential buyers make the mistake of looking for their ideal property first, bypassing the initial planning, which may not be as exciting […]
It seems that, regardless of how the real estate market is performing, there are always some houses that just will not sell. Even in extraordinary times like those we are currently experiencing, with the demand for residential real estate continuing to rise, some properties languish on the market. Helpful Suggestions to Get a Sale If […]
With interest rates at historic lows and no sign of any substantial upward movement in the immediate future, leaving large amounts of cash in bank accounts seems to be a lost opportunity. Prudent investors know this and are always looking to put their capital to work. Spoilt for Choice There is no shortage of choice […]
In a national property market that appears to defy all common sense, first-time investors are looking for some guidance before they take that first step. Residential property prices are at an all-time high, and interest rates are also at an all-time low. Understandably they are torn between the two extremes. Do they take advantage of […]
There is no doubt that the current COVID pandemic continues to impact on all sectors of the economy, with the hopes of the nation now pinned on the success of the continuing vaccination roll-out. The first lockdowns early in 2020 saw thousands of employees without work as temporary business closures became necessary to contain the […]
Are you hoping to buy a home but are apprehensive about the process of securing a home loan? It can be confusing as there are many lending institutions in the market, as well as mortgage brokers and others for whom home loan products are a key part of their business. The criteria they use […]
Buying your first home is one of those life occasions that can invoke both excitement and terror, both at the same time. The excitement is dreaming big and spending days looking at property until you have some knowledge of your local real estate market. The terror is the reality of signing up for a mortgage […]
Buying your first home is one of life’s most exciting experiences. Most buyers get caught up in all the obvious activities such as selecting a location, inspecting housing stock, planning renovations and shopping for furnishings to suit their chosen property. With some basic knowledge of lending practices, they have also secured a mortgage and have […]