Trends in Real Estate Revealed from latest CoreLogic Data
The world’s largest property data analytics company, CoreLogic have released their quarterly “Pain and Gain Report”, detailing the proportion of properties sold in Australia for a loss (pain) or a profit (gain) on their previous purchase price in the June quarter. The report showed that the percentage of homes being sold for a gross loss…
New fire alarm legislation – what does it mean for tenants, landlords and homeowners?
The Queensland Government has approved the Fire and Emergency Services (Domestic Smoke Alarms) Amendment Bill 2016 (which you can read here), which relates to how Smoke Alarms are fitted and distributed around new and existing properties. This legislation will come into effect from 31st December 2016, and will be gradually phased in over the next…
What is the best season to sell?
Spring is often considered the best time of the year to sell a house. The weather is warming up and the gardens are in full bloom, meaning houses and outdoor areas often look at their best, but is this really the best time of year to sell your house? During spring there is a slight…
Living in the City vs. Suburbs: Advantages and Disadvantages
City vs Suburbs Choosing whether to live in the city or suburbs is a major decision that many of us face in life. You may feel tempted to move closer to work to save time on commuting, or to the peace of the suburbs to start a family. To help you decide which option is…