Everyone wants to know – "will house prices continue rising?" To help answer this question, Tim Stafford, senior valuer and head of research at WBP Group, examines the critical factors that have got us to where we are today. While speculating on the future [...]
With Australians signing up for the Federal Government HomeBuilder program in droves, approvals for new dwellings and the subsequent lending to building them have skyrocketed – creating a residential construction boom. However, cracks are beginning to emerge on the back of timber shortages and [...]
Purchasing a property is one of the largest financial decisions many people will do (make) in their lives. You would therefore think that buyers would have a rational approach when choosing a property to buy, but in some cases, pre-existing beliefs can influence consumer [...]
When renovating, one of the most challenging things is to ensure you appeal to your most important audience – the future buyer. Here are some of our top tips when renovating for your target market: Know your market Many people rush into renovations before [...]
Tips for working with your solicitor during conveyancing It’s essential to choose a solicitor who specialises in property law and conveyancing. They will conduct the many searches on your behalf and will also check there are no issues with caveats, covenants and easement surveys. [...]
