Downsizing contribution into superannuation FAQ’s As of July 1, 2018, homeowners aged, 65 or over will be able to make an additional non-concessional contribution of up to $300,000 from the proceeds of selling their principal residence if owned for 10 years or more. Downsizing contribution into superannuation. Both members of a couple will be able to […]
One of the most common ways people buy a property in Australia is by Private Treaty – How to make an offer on a property? This is when a property is listed for sale with an asking price and potential buyers make offers in writing to the real estate agent who will then presents it to […]
With clearance rates remaining high and auctions continuing to deliver big results for vendors, it makes sense that many buyers would love to avoid the auction process entirely. How to make an offer on a house And one way to make that happen is to put in an offer on the home you want, just […]
Add value to your property for under $1000 If you are looking to sell, undoubtedly you’re keen to sell your property for the most amount of money possible. You may well have read numerous articles on how to add value to your property but often these suggestions come with a hefty price tag. However, […]
Auction Day Are you prepared? Checklist You have your finance confirmed? You have your proof of ID Eg. Drivers License/ Passport/ Government Issued cards If you have someone bidding for you, you need to sign an Authority for them to act on your behalf Get there 20 minutes early to settle in and get orientated […]
Marketing is all about careful targeting Many people are very resistant to spending money on big marketing campaigns. Further, many agents take the same scatter gun approach to marketing. They take out expensive half page or full page ads and hope to score a buyer. What’s more important though is marketing being targeted at the […]
Choose an agent who will go into battle for you It’s so tempting isn’t it, to sign up the agent who says that he or she will work for low rates. Such agents often tend to offer cheap marketing arguing at end of the day more profit will be left in your hands. Cheaper rates […]
Tell your agent your property story Nobody knows your home better than you! You have lived in it and loved it and you know every nook and delightful cranny and every special feature of the property. All those special features such as three-phase power or that you were a builder make your property more desirable […]