What to Consider when Revamping Your Office Design – What to Know

March 30, 2020

Your office design might be the last thing on your mind when you first set-up an office for your business. After all, when purchasing commercial space, the first thing that comes to mind would naturally be size and price. Having purchased the space, you would want to set it up

IF I HAVE $1M TO SPEND, SHOULD I INVEST CLOSE TO THE CBD OR BUY A LARGER PROPERTY FURTHER OUT?

March 25, 2020

Why inner-Sydney investment beats outer suburb speculation Nick Viner A fundamental principle in property economics states that the further you are from a major CBD the cheaper property becomes. As such, affordability-driven investors feel they can get into a market like Sydney if they compromise on location. How wise is

3 Advantages of Working With a Buyers Agent – What to Know

March 23, 2020

With the rise of technology and the advent of social media, almost any business or service can be operated online today. E-commerce has become the norm, slowly pushing away the need for traditional intermediaries by placing sellers directly in the way of buyers. Numerous platforms have been established for almost

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The Perks of Having a Buyer’s Agent – What to Know

March 17, 2020

Plenty of people act for themselves without a buyer’s agent and handle all the necessary steps of purchasing a house on their own. But is it worth the hassle? Buyers’ agents have broad experience in the real estate industry and are licensed to act for property buyers. With those credentials,

Save Time on Property Buying

March 13, 2020

How to buy a property without giving up all your weekends The internet has revolutionised how we all searched for property. But while the days of browsing real estate agents’ windows have long past, the process can feel stubbornly time-consuming and inefficient. The struggle is real Being able to view

3 Proven Tips for A Successful Negotiation

March 9, 2020

How Negotiate a deal when Price becomes a Problem Sometimes during a property purchase negotiation, you reach a point where the seller digs in on price and refuses to budge. Suddenly, things grind to a halt. Even for buyers’ agents, who close multiple deals each year and who have encountered

3 Primary Benefits of Working with a Buyer’s Agent – What to Know

March 8, 2020

The real estate market can be quite a complex minefield full of hidden traps. Whether you are planning to buy or sell a property, there are many aspects of buying or selling that can be tricky, especially if you’re not well-versed in the industry. Let’s face it, most people aren’t

4 Trends of Home Interior Design to Watch out for This 2020 – What to Know

March 2, 2020

When it comes to buying a property, there are many aspects that you will need to consider. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a property investor, or an entrepreneur looking for a commercial property, you have to factor in size, the number of rooms, the aesthetic value, and the overall functionality

Can You Still Nab an Off-Market Bargain in Sydney?

Infrastructure that Drives Price Growth

February 25, 2020

Where Sydney infrastructure drives price growth Nick Viner Sydney is in the midst of an enormous infrastructure programme that will build on the already strengthening market in 2021 and help increase demand for property. Infrastructure spending brings enhanced liveability, improved services and increased employment opportunities. This all adds up to

3 Suburbs in the Sydney NSW Areas Worth Investing In – What to Know

February 24, 2020

Thanks to solid rates of capital growth, Australia’s real estate industry has been regarded as one of the most prevalent “blue-chip” markets in the world. With lower entry and exit costs as well as favourable tax implications, real estate investors from all around the world and Australians alike have fewer

5 Valuable Reasons to Rely on a Buyers Agent

February 18, 2020

In recent times, buyers’ agents have become key players in the real estate industry. They have become invaluable resources for buyers finding and purchasing properties. Over time, homebuyers have realized how they can take advantage of real estate buyers’ agents by tapping into their potential so that they can find

Is The Post-COVID Migrant Tsunami Building?

APRA, interest rates and Sydney 2020

February 12, 2020

APRA, interest rates and Sydney 2020 Nick Viner The start of 2020 allows for plenty of reflection and predictions about the next 12-months in Sydney real estate. I’ve written previously about how I think the market will track, but I thought it’d also be useful to look in more detail

Sydney Real Estate: 5 Great Suburbs for First-Time Home Buyers – Our Guide

February 7, 2020

Buying a home in Sydney may seem daunting, especially for first-home buyers. However, Sydney remains one of the best tourist destinations not only within Australia but also around the globe. For those who want to invest in their first home, a beautiful and peaceful property in the Sydney suburbs is

Why Hiring a Buyers Agent is a Good Idea – What to Know

January 30, 2020

People don’t usually buy property everyday and so their knowledge, when it comes to the real estate market, will be very limited. Therefore, there is an ever increasing need for professional agents to help them purchase a property. Today, buyers’ agents are becoming increasingly popular because of their services tailored

4 Tips to Help You Invest in Commercial Real Estate – Our Guide

January 29, 2020

Commercial real estate is one of the most appealing investments anyone can make, thanks to their consistent rental returns not to mention their potential capital growth. Indeed, they make for an excellent passive income source for many. With that said, while you might be interested in jumping into commercial real

How Bushfires could affect Sydney’s Property Market

January 29, 2020

How Bushfires could affect Sydney’s Property Market Nick Viner As at the time of writing, Australia’s long summer of destructive bushfires continues. Let me say from the outset, the devastation and loss for those in the path of the inferno is unimaginable, and the outpouring of emotional and material support

4 Things to Pay Attention to When Buying a Home in Sydney – What to Know

January 28, 2020

Sydney is indeed a beautiful city with its all-year sunshine and harbour views, not to mention its stunning beaches. Because of this, plenty of people, not just from Sydney but from all over the world are looking for ways to get their hands on a decent property here. Unfortunately, competition,

Sydney’s property market in 2020

January 14, 2020

This time 12 months ago, the outlook among most property commentators for real estate in Sydney in 2019 was pretty grim. We were a few months out from a federal election that almost everyone expected Labor to win, which would have ushered in some potentially damaging property reforms and put

What an exceptional year we’ve enjoyed at Buyer’s Domain.

2019 In Review

December 11, 2019

What an exceptional year we’ve enjoyed at Buyer’s Domain. From securing outstanding properties for our clients through to rebranding and redefining our business, 2019 will be remembered as a benchmark by the whole team. Sydney’s property market has witnessed a dramatic shift over the past 12 months. Things couldn’t be

Should you buy property over the Christmas season?

November 27, 2019

By Buyers Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner One of the most common questions I am asked as a buyer’s agent is, “Is now a good time to buy?” People want to know whether there are certain times during the calendar year when the prospects of purchasing at a reasonable price are better

What’s really meant by the term ‘blue chip property’?

November 13, 2019

By Buyers Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner Tune into the media or listen to real estate agents and their marketing blurb and you will frequently encounter the expression, “blue chip real estate”. But step back for a second and ask yourself, ‘What actually is a “blue chip property”? I’d venture few people

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Do you Need Sales Experience to Become a Great Buyer’s Agent?

October 30, 2019

By Buyers Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner Whether it’s a common misconception about the requisite training or an easy route into buyers agency, the truth is that most buyers’ agents are ex-selling agents. Before I became a buyer’s agent, I was even told by existing buyers’ agents that “You cannot become a

The Return of Sydney’s ‘Seller’s Market’

October 16, 2019

By Buyer’s Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner When you work daily specialising in Sydney’s property market, you become immune to reactionary stories constantly running across the media landscape. ‘Click worthy’ headlines are designed to attract eyeballs, which means they tend to be a knee-jerk commentary of auction clearance rates and market moves

Off-Market Property Unearthed

September 12, 2019

By Buyer’s Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner Wouldn’t it be great to locate and negotiate on a property that seems perfect for you while not having to compete against other buyers putting in their offers? Welcome to the world of off-market transactions. “Off-market” is a widely-used term in our industry, but there’s