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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
By Buyers Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner The good news continues for Sydney buyers wanting to take advantage of the current cooling property market. In many suburbs, prices and auction clearance rates are declining. That translates to less competition at auctions and more opportunity to negotiate a deal
By Buyers Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner In the first two months of 2018, Domain reported that 18 agents from across New South Wales, including Sydney’s Northern Beaches and Eastern Suburbs, have been found guilty of the unlawful practice of underquoting. Last year 47 incidences occurred. Even with the
By Buyers Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner Embarking on the search for a new home can be great fun…at first. But your enthusiasm can fade very quickly when trying to find the right property to suit your requirements and budget. It can be easy to hit a wall of
By Buyers Domain Principal Buyer’s Agent, Nick Viner Most buyers don’t enjoy the competitive and very public nature of auctions, but regardless, it remains the most popular way to sell a property in Sydney. Right now, with the market cooling, buyers have less to be nervous about at auction as
With only a few auction Saturdays left this year and a slowing auction clearance rate, maximise your chances of picking up a bargain before Christmas! Buying at auction can be nerve-wracking – especially if it’s your first time bidding. To be in the running, you need to come to
If you’re hunting for a house that’s best for your pets, you’re not alone. Recent research shows that four in five Australians want a house with a backyard, so that their kids and pets have a place to play. And 45 percent said they would like to move – or
Property was put under the spotlight in both the 2017-18 federal budget and NSW budget. But what were the major changes – and how might they affect your search for property in Sydney as we enter the new Financial Year? Here is a summary of the main changes to keep
Are You Looking To Upgrade in 2024? If you currently own your own home in Sydney, you may be considering selling and upgrading to a larger property to accommodate the growing needs of your family. Alternatively, you may be looking to downsize to a smaller property, perhaps closer to the
Frustrated in your search for a Sydney property? It’s understandable. We’re in the midst of a tight market, with low stock and sellers worried about finding their next home. On top of that, winter is usually the quietest time in the real estate calendar. But that’s not all. As
