A granny flat, or secondary dwelling, is a self-contained accommodation within, attached or separate to an individual home. Like the name suggests, this type of accommodation was originally designed for an older loved one to live independently, but close to relatives in case they need support, while at the same time, giving both parties their.

Spring, the traditional time for moving, is just a month away, and there are plenty of reasons why many favour this month for putting their property on the market. With the warmer weather and brighter days, everyone is feeling more energised; in our experience, buyers are much more inclined to go to an open house.

Upgrading may not necessarily mean moving to a bigger house. Downsizing is often associated with retirement or empty nesters, but downsizing has a number of benefits for whatever stage in life you’re at, and can help homeowners achieve lifestyle or financial goals. Downsizing shouldn’t be an impulsive decision, and certainly shouldn’t be done on a.

Whether you’re looking at buying a property for an investment or for a home, we’re often asked what type of property is best – and older, existing one, or a brand new or relatively new property?   Well, like everything in property, it depends! If you’re looking for a home, one factor will be your.

According to a recent survey, we are a nation who loves home renovation! Compare Market Australia’s latest research found that Australia had the third-highest search volume for renovation terms, with an overall search term volume of 55.32 searches per month per 100,000 people. New Zealand come in first, followed by Singapore. When renovating a home,.

We all want to make money, and we all want to grow wealth, but there is a difference between the two. When the rental income is more than the outgoing costs to run an investment property, then obviously, the investor is making money, and there are some property investors who generate a good passive income.

While viewing a property is an essential part of the property selling and buying process, they do present a bit of an unusual social situation – after all, we don’t usually walk into a stranger’s home and poke round their property; likewise, we don’t usually throw open our home and invite the person off the.

From 1 July this year, more Australians looking to buy their first home will benefit from the expanded eligibility criteria for all elements of the Home Guarantee Scheme. What is the Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS)? The Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS) is an Australian Government initiative to support eligible home buyers to purchase a home sooner..

As well as highlighting new trends and practices in buying, selling, renting, strata and asset management, our service to home owners and property investors includes informing you about opportunities to give feedback on issues which could affect you. Towards the end of last month, the Attorney-General’s Department announced a public consultation on the proposed reforms.

Everyone selling a property wants to maximise their profit from their asset, but while it can be tempting to save on the cost of an agent and do it yourself, the savings on the agency fees might not necessarily equate to the best outcome of what could have been achieved. Here are 8 reasons why.