What you need to know about landlord insurance
31 October 2011
We can't stress the importance of landlord insurance enough. As property managers, we see the benefits and potential pitfalls of property insurance (or lack of it) firsthand, and we strongly recommend that you are adequately insured.
Find out the most common and dangerous misconceptions about insurance in the latest edition of Hartbeat (available at the link below).
Landlord insurance - what you need to know
Hartbeat October/November 2011
31 October 2011
"It has been a mixed year for the real estate market, with global financial jitters making would-be buyers, sellers, and tenants more cautious."
Find out more about the State of the Market and other real estate news in our latest newsletter, available at the link below.
Hartbeat October/November 2011
Changes to the stamp duty concession for first home buyers
If you own a property worth up to $600,000 please take note.
6 September 2011
From 1 January 2012, stamp duty concessions will no longer be available to first home buyers of established homes. In a shock budget measure, the NSW Government will limit the concessions to those buying new homes.
Currently, first home buyers pay no stamp duty on properties under $500,000, and receive a discount for properties valued up to $600,000.
This means that, from 1 January, first home buyers will have to pay full stamp duty – amounting to $17,990 for a $500,000 home, and $22,490 for one worth $600,000.
First home buyers therefore have less than four months to take advantage of the concessions. Those who have been hesitating up until now are going to be hugely motivated to enter the market this spring.
If you have been thinking about selling a property valued up to $600,000, now is the time to act. We expect the announcement to cause a significant boost in the under $600,000 price range – with more demand and more competition pushing up prices.
We are contacting our large database of buyers in this sector and preparing for a significant number of transactions.
If you’d like to discuss this further, please call Alex Hart on 0418 245 018.
Hartbeat August/September 2011
31 August 2011
"Just as things were beginning to pick up, we've seen a rollercoaster in global financial markets, which has created massive uncertainty and pessimism worldwide." How is this affecting the Sydney property market? Find out more in our latest newsletter, available at the link below.
Hartbeat August/September 2011
Hart Estate Agents named as Finalist in 2011 REINSW Excellence Awards, Small Residential Agency
20 July 2011
We are thrilled to be named as a Finalist in the 2011 REINSW Excellence Awards in the category of Small Residential Agency. The awards aim to encourage, recognise and promote excellence and best practice in the real estate profession, and give official recognition to the industry's top performers. For more on the awards, click here: http://www.reinsw.com.au/2011-Awards-for-Excellence/default.aspx.
The winners will be announced on 15 October.
Our Senior Property Manager, Rebecca Kleiner, named as Finalist in 2011 REINSW Excellence Awards, Residential Property Management
20 July 2011
Rebecca Kleiner has been named as a Finalist in the 2011 REINSW Excellence Awards in the category of Residential Property Management. The Awards aim to encourage, recognise and promote excellence and best practice in the real estate profession, and give official recognition to the industry's top performers. For more on the Awards, click here: http://www.reinsw.com.au/2011-Awards-for-Excellence/default.aspx.
Rebecca Kleiner has worked in our office for over 10 years. Her knowledge, expereince and skill place her at the top of her profession. Rebecca goes beyond administering the procedures to show a mastery of the nuances of property management. This means that her clients receive a more sophisticated, hassle-free service. For more about Rebecca, click here: http://www.hartestateagents.com.au/staff/228262.
The winners will be announced on 15 October. Congratulations Rebecca and good luck!
Hartbeat June/July 2011
30 June 2011
"There's more speculation than ever right now about the state of the market. Are we at the beginning of a sustained and significant downturn, with plenty of bargains to be found? Is there worse to come? Or will things continue to stabilise and improve in the short to medium term? As usual, everyone has a view, and the evidence is mixed."
Find out more in our latest newsletter, attached below.
Hartbeat June/July 2011
Hartbeat April/May 2011
30 April 2011
"All markets present challenges and opportunities. This one is no different."
Read the latest edition of Hartbeat, attached below, to find out how best to take advantage of the current real estate market.
Hartbeat April/May 2011
Hartbeat February/March 2011
1 March 2011
Happy New Year. We're recharged, have a new office, and are ready for a busy 2011. We're having a great start to the year in both sales and property management. This newsletter will fill you in on all the details.
The full edition of Hartbeat is attached below.
Hartbeat February/March 2011
Hartbeat December 2010
22 December 2010
That's a wrap. 2010 has been a busy and successful year for us. Thank you for your spport. We wish you a relaxing and happy holiday season, and look forward to seeing you in 2011.
The full edition of Hartbeat is attached below.
Hartbeat December 2010
State of the market
30 September 2010
We said in our May newsletter that mid-August is a good time to sell, as buyers have become edgy after several months of lower stock levels over winter and the spring rush has not yet begun. This was the case this year, with the spike in auction clearance rates in mid-to-late August falling in September as more stock entered the market. On 20 September, Australian Property Monitors reported that, in Sydney, 59.8 per cent of homes listed were sold at auction, down 8 per cent on the previous week's 67.8 per cent and rates in the high 60s for several weeks prior. Anecdotally, however, we have noticed a drop off of stock since the September rush, and this may give the market a boost.
Of course, interest rates will remain a key factor affecting the state of the market in coming months. Our seemingly untouchable economy could be the thing that keeps a lid on prices
Hartbeat September/October 2010
30 September 2010
Welcome back. Spring has arrived and it is a busy time in real estate. This newsletter keeps you up to date with all the happenings at Hart Estate Agents and our corner of the real estate world. We hope you enjoy the read and please continue to send us any feedback
The full edition of Hartbeat is attached below.
Hartbeat September/October 2010
Hartbeat July/August 2010
30 July 2010
Welcome back. Thank you for your positive feedback on our first newsletter. We're pleased you weren't too upset to receive a little more paper in your letter box. We hope that you find this and future newsletters just as interesting and relevant. As always, we welcome your feedback and suggestions.
The full edition of Hartbeat is attached below.
Hartbeat July/August 2010
Congratulations Rebecca and Stewart!
1 June 2010
Our Senior Property Manager, Rebecca Kleiner, is marrying Stewart Crowhurst on 20 June. We wish Rebecca and Stewart all the best for a wonderful day and a happy life together.
Rebecca will be on her honeymoon from 18 June to 26 July. Please contact Lisa Emanuel or Alex Hart in her absence.
Hartbeat May/June 2010
30 May 2010
Welcome to the first of our regular client newsletters.
The full edition of Hartbeat is attached below.
Hartbeat May/June 2010
Gerald Hart, 19 February 1936 - 13 April 2010
16 May 2010
Many of you will know that Gerald passed away last month after a long illness. Gerald had a long career in eastern suburbs real estate, first founding and running Hart & Chan in Bondi Beach in 1971, and later establishing Hart Estate Agents. He was widely respected as a straight shooter, who would tell it like it is. There are few people in eastern suburbs real estate who did not know Gerald, and probably no streets that he had not sold property in.
Although Gerald retired several years ago, he remained interested and involved in the business until recently. He is greatly missed and fondly remembered by everyone in the office.
Thank you to all of you who have called or sent messages since Gerald's passing.