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Bad Smells a Deal Breaker for Home Buyers

By Peter Sarmas on 10 Jul 2013 2 Comments

Do you have a property for sale that just doesn’t seem to be getting any interest from the buying market? The problem could be simple – your house is giving off the wrong scent. Recent research suggests that unappealing odours in homes could be sending buyers running in the opposite direction, costing you money ...

Melbourne Property Market Update – July 6, 2013

By Peter Sarmas on 6 Jul 2013 No Comments yet, your thoughts are very welcome

Home renovation fever has been strong in Australia this week. The Block Sky High and House Rules both rocketed ahead in the ratings during their final renovation episodes. The contestants have selected the real estate agents who will be representing them ...

Melbourne Property Values Rise in June, But Forecasts Remain Cautious

By Peter Sarmas on 4 Jul 2013 No Comments yet, your thoughts are very welcome

The rise in Melbourne property values in June was underpinned by low mortgage rates, according to RP-Data Rismark’s latest Hedonic Home Value Index. The report revealed that Melbourne dwellings jumped 2.3 per cent for the month - the nation’s second highest growth ...

Which Agents Will Sell The Block Sky High?

By Peter Sarmas on 4 Jul 2013 2 Comments

Hit renovation-reality show The Block has announced its South Melbourne “Sky High” auctions will take place on Saturday July 27. After the final renovation episode attracted a whopping 1.174 million viewers, we can expect the inspections to bring in masses of fans ...

Helpful Hints for Property Investors For The New Financial Year

By Peter Sarmas on 3 Jul 2013 No Comments yet, your thoughts are very welcome

With the new financial year upon us, it’s time for property investors to get organised. Here are a few last minute hints that could earn you some extra cash back in your tax return. A depreciation schedule could earn you big tax benefits ...

The Largest Property Value Gains and Falls in Victoria Since The GFC

By Peter Sarmas on 29 Jun 2013 No Comments yet, your thoughts are very welcome

Earlier this month, RP Data’s head of research, Tim Lawless, published a blog post discussing the nation’s largest gains and greatest falls in residential property values across Australia since the Global Financial Crisis. ...

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