“This extended Federation semi has so much going for it, but its location is what makes it truly stand out from the crowd,” says agent Alex Hart.

Set in a quiet, leafy street, 26 Waverley Crescent is just a few minutes walk to shops, eateries, rail and schools. It offers all the convenience of Bondi Junction, without the noise and congestion.

“Most people never see this hidden pocket of the junction,” says … Read the full post »

We’ve written before about the potential pitfalls of renting your property through short-term letting sites. Often, it is not the money making machine you’re led to believe it will be. And, there’s a very real risk you’ll seriuously upset your neighbours.

On the second point, short term lettings have become one of the most talked about problems in strata regimes, as residents have fought back against being forced to live next … Read the full post »

In times like these, with so many newly built properties entering the market, it is essential to keep investment apartments renovated and up-to-date. As important as these renovations often are, however, many landlords fail to consider their possible (and often hidden) complications and pitfalls.

The need to obtain strata approval is one hurdle that is often overlooked. Recent changes in the law make it easier for strata owners to carry out … Read the full post »

The rental market in 2018 has been mixed but predominantly weak. This is partly due to the larger than usual number of newly completed apartments entering the eastern suburbs rental market (a factor that is likely to continue for some time). It is important to recognise and account for this state of affairs when making decisions regarding rental properties.

July was our biggest leasing month of 2018. We rented 20 properties, … Read the full post »

It’s safe to say that there’s a higher than average chance that Australia will have a Labor government next year, if not before. How, then, will Labor’s policies affect our already anaemic real estate market?

Here, I’m talking about the removal of negative gearing on all but new properties, and the halving of the capital gains tax concession. Will they, as some predict, be the final nail in the coffin, with … Read the full post »

Bondi Junction, in the heart of Sydney’s eastern suburbs, is popular with home owners and investors alike. The location has many benefits – it’s very centrally located to the city and is a major transportation hub for commuters, yet walking distance from Bondi Beach, Centennial and Queens Park, and Oxford Street. The Westfield Shopping Centre and its surrounds provide exceptional shopping, dining and entertainment options. There are many reputable schools, pre-schools, and … Read the full post »

So what is happening with the market? That’s what everyone is asking but no one seems to be sure about. There’s been chatter along the lines that the market may have peaked early this year and is sitting somewhere just under this point. However, due to low winter sale volumes, no one really knows if this is right.

Let’s start with some … Read the full post »

We’re often asked by clients how much effort and expense should be put into presenting a property for sale. After all, in a strong market, the property sells itself doesn’t it?

Yes, to a point, but it won’t necessarily sell for the best price.

Over the past six weeks, we have had three examples of properties benefiting from significant work on their presentation. In each case, there is good reason to believe … Read the full post »

Everybody’s talking about the strength of the Sydney property market (which makes a nice change from two years of doom and gloom). There are almost daily headlines telling us that the auction market is “the strongest in a decade”, that properties are running out the door days after being listed, and that Sydney house prices are increasing by “$500 a day”.

While the headlines undoubtedly sensationalise the situation, the truth is … Read the full post »