Federal Budget 2017. What does it mean for homeowners?
I’m sure that you were all glued to your television screens last week for the announcement of the 2017 Federal Budget. Of course we were all waiting with baited breath for Treasurer Scott Morrison to deliver his brief with the same anticipation as the point distribution at Saturday’s Eurovision Song Contest. Perhaps you even dressed…
Beware the Quote Lie!
When you are looking to sell your home, whether you are looking to upscale or downsizing, the most important thing is to get the best price for your property. For most people, that means the most money. So when you are conducting research into which agent you should be looking to sell your home with,…
Should I buy a townhouse, house, or apartment?
Brisbane is one of the most live-able Cities in the world, and a big part of that live-ability is the huge variety of different properties for sale in Brisbane. Whether you crave the simplicity of an inner-City apartment close to entertainment, dining and work – or a house with a large back yard for the…
Depreciation Information for Investors
Property Investors can claim thousands of dollars in tax deductions on their Investment property based solely on depreciation on the property, and yet evidence suggests that the majority of investors are missing out on this easily claimed deduction. Depreciation is an accounting method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over it’s useful life…
Why do people auction?
Every Saturday, all around Australia, the hammer is raised and another auction takes place on our streets. But according to Realestate.com.au and CoreLogic Data, last week only 45% of auctions resulted in a property being sold. The previous week that value was 55%. Odds are not stacked in favour of the Seller. So if you…
5 Staging Tips for your Outdoor Space
When you’re thinking about selling your home, giving the place a spruce up can make the difference between getting your asking price or being sorely disappointed. As we all know, when you live in Brisbane so much of your living takes place outside, so it’s vitally important not to neglect your best outdoor spaces when…
Can a good leasing manager reduce your vacancy rate?
The landlord-tenant relationship is an incredibly important one, and as an intermediary between the two parties, having a great property manager can be the difference between having a successful relationship, or a difficult one. Competent, professional property management can make tenants feel comfortable in their rental property, and give landlords security in the knowledge that…
Interstate House Inspections
The Brisbane property market has long been attractive to investors due to the more affordable pricing than Sydney and Melbourne as we discussed in a previous blog post. Subsequently, a number of the people who own one of the 28% of properties owned by investors live interstate, but investing in an unfamiliar City can cause…
Best Streets in Wavell Heights
Wavell Heights is a hugely popular suburb located just 9km from the CBD. Real Estate in Wavell Heights is incredibly popular with both families – due to the excellent schools in the area and quiet streets, and young professionals who appreciate the proximity and transport links to the CBD and the airport, as well as…
Renovate or Rebuild: are you risking the likelihood of overcapitalising?
House renovation is something of an Australian national obsession, with top rated shows on almost every network dishing out a heap of renovation advice. But if you want a change of scene without losing your fantastic location, should you renovate or rebuild your property and what do you need to think about before undertaking such…