What Are Off-Market Properties?

June 28, 2016

The terms “off market” or “silent listings” are used to describe properties which are for sale but which are not openly advertised online. This may happen for a few different reasons: Pre Market: Properties which may be coming up online but which are being offered by the selling agent to

How to Combat Buyer Fatigue

May 19, 2016

Looking for the right property can be an arduous task and the longer it takes, the greater the likelihood of hitting a wall of fatigue. If your enthusiasm wanes, then it may pay to adopt the following techniques: 1. Keep the Search Focussed Constantly remind yourself why you are

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False & Misleading Property Advertising

February 25, 2016

In this first update for 2016, I want to share some thoughts about how properties are marketed. Some of you will have seen the alleged case of photo shopping involving a property in Penshurst. For those of you who haven’t, a good summary can be found here: https://www.aww.com.au/latest-news/news-stories/is-this-the-most-outrageous-real-estate-photoshop-job-ever-25453 Of course,

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Should I Buy in 2016?

December 14, 2015

Having witnessed one of the most spectacular booms in Sydney’s history, the good news for people looking to purchase in 2016 is that compared to the past 2 years, price growth is likely to be far more subdued. This does not mean a property crash is imminent. But it does

Sydney Auction Rate Slows

November 11, 2015

You’ve seen the news. You’ve read the hype. Sydney’s faltering auction clearance rate fell to below 60% at the weekend hitting a 3 year low. This is a steep decline considering the rates were close to 90% just a few months ago. Senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson of Domain Group

Three Things to look out for this Spring

September 10, 2015

This year’s busiest time for property sales is finally under way. Here are 3 things you may expect to find this spring: Fewer Investors: The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has put pressure on lenders and financial institutions to cut the discounts available on investment loans whilst also changing the

Should I Buy Property in Sydney Now?

June 24, 2015

What bubble? New research from BIS Shrapnel reveals that mortgage repayments are easier today than they were 26 years ago. Although Sydney’s median house price is more than 7 times higher, standard mortgage repayments require just over a third of household income compared to almost half in 1989. This is

How do I Find the Right Property?

March 11, 2015

There is no doubt the Sydney property market has become fiercely competitive with auction clearance rates hitting above 80% over the past 4 weeks. Although conditions have never been better for sellers, property stock levels are low. Realestate.com.au has suggested that property listings are 10% lower than at the same

Get ahead. Know your competition

February 11, 2015

The Sydney property market is ultra competitive. But who are you likely to be competing against? Downsizers Challenges: Looking to buy a smaller property with easy access closer to the City. Strengths: Cashed up from the sale of their large family home, they are likely to be in a stronger

Where are Sydney Property Prices Heading?

November 12, 2014

With exactly 6 weeks to go until Christmas, you may be interested to know what the Sydney property market has in store for 2015. Predictions for 2015 Sydney property prices are approximately 25% higher than they were just 2 years ago. Whilst a slow-down in this remarkable growth rate is

Does it Make Sense to Buy Now?

September 17, 2014

With the recent price growth across Sydney, buying a property has never been more expensive. For a number of years, some analysts have been predicting the bursting of Australia’s housing bubble. However, Shane Oliver, Chief Economist at AMP has explained, “Usually in a bubble you get a combination of easy

Is Sydney’s Price Growth Sustainable?

July 30, 2014

With Sydney auction clearance rates again hitting just below 80% over the past 3 weeks, the property market continues to defy the doom and gloom bubble theorists. What are the factors behind the current price growth and is it sustainable? 1. Record Low Interest Rates: The RBA has kept the

How A Buyers Agent Can Help You In A Hot Market

March 12, 2014

CoreLogic’s latest figures indicate that Sydney property prices increased an unbelievable 18.4% in the past 12 months. This is the highest annual growth rate in 14 years. At the same time, stock levels are still very low and this is leading to strong demand. For buyers, this is a double

New Year, New Office and the Property Hotspots for 2014

February 12, 2014

Now Located in the Forum Buyer’s Domain has a new home. Never too late to celebrate, the New Year finds us in the Italian Forum in Leichhardt – Shop 8, 21-23 Norton Street. The new office overlooks a piazza currently drenched in the last of the summer sun. The warm,

Educating Your Property Choice

February 12, 2014

A 3-Step Guide to Smart Property Buying in Sydney For many intending property buyers these days, the first question asked is: “Are there good schools in the area?” Education, for those with children or with children on the way, is often critical in determining where they will invest their real

5 Keys to Property Buying Success

December 19, 2013

Awards are rewarding in all sorts of ways. I won’t lie. It was, and still remains a thrill to have heard the words, “And the winner of the Real Estate Institute of NSW Award for Excellence – Buyer’s Agent of the Year for 2012 is… Nicholas Viner.” In fact, I’ve

Why Use A Buyers Agent?

December 19, 2013

Buyer’s agents are property agents engaged by buyers and not sellers to assist with the search, selection, negotiation and acquisition of property. Good buyer’s agents will aim to ensure that their clients benefit from the following advantages: Buyer’s Agents save you time. Why do all the hard work in looking for

The Cost Of Not Using A Buyers Agent

December 19, 2013

Time How valuable is your time? Do you have time to inspect properties after work or at the weekend? Finding the right property and conducting all the research can take weeks and even months. Money When you buy a property, how do you know the right price to pay and

Building & Pest Inspection Tips

December 19, 2013

To inspect or not to inspect – should I pay for a building and pest inspection? There is an interesting article in the Sydney Morning Herald Domain dated 5 and 6 June 2010. Lucy Macken investigates the pros and cons of paying for building reports in her article, “Tales of

Buying Investment Property Sydney

December 19, 2013

Top 10 tips for buying a Sydney investment property. If you are thinking of buying a Sydney investment property, consider the following before you buy a Sydney investment property: 1.What are your long term goals? Are you looking to achieve maximum capital growth or the highest rental return from your Sydney

Property Negotiating Tips

December 19, 2013

With last Saturday’s auction clearance rates down to 48% for the first time in over 2 years, many more properties are being sold outside auction conditions. If you use these tips to negotiate the best possible price, you could end up saving thousands of dollars: Know what you really want. There

When is the best time to buy a property?

December 19, 2013

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to buy a property, you may have wondered if the best deals are found in spring, summer, autumn or winter. As a Buyers Agent, I often encounter fewer buyers braving the cold weather to inspect properties in the winter months. On the

7 Things You Should Do When Buying Property

December 19, 2013

Consider Your Needs Ask yourself what are you buying the property for? Do not become emotionally attached to the property. Consider how well the property will meet your needs either as a home or an investment property. Check Your Finance Do not waste time looking for a property without a clear

Sydney Apartments Old vs New

December 19, 2013

As leading Sydney buyers agents, a question we are often asked is this, “If we are going to buy an apartment in Sydney, should we buy a new apartment or an older apartment?” There is no clear answer to this and we set out the advantages and disadvantages of both

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