As well as a selling price, did you know your property can have different values? The value of your property depends on who or what organisation is assessing it, and for what purpose. Plus, the value can vary based on market conditions – what a property sold for 10 years ago is a very different.

Last month, property analyst Hotspotting announced the data from its Summer 2024 Price Predictor Index, which assessed the suburbs with the steadiest conditions for long-term capital growth. NSW saw ten suburbs on the list, and our very own Charlestown in Lake Macquarie was up there with Lithgow and Springwood in the Blue Mountains as a.

2025 has started with on a positive note for regional home values, which rose a further 0.4% in January, reaching new record highs according to CoreLogic’s latest report. CoreLogic’s research director, Tim Lawless suggests “Regional markets seem to be benefitting from a second wind of internal migration, along with an affordability advantage in some markets,.

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, but with homes filled with gifts, and many people going away to visit friends and family, or simply to have a holiday, thieves may also be celebrating a little bit more at your expense. With Christmas just around the corner, now’s the time to.

Designing your own home is an exciting, highly personal journey that allows you to create a space that truly reflects your tastes, lifestyle, and needs. However, it’s also a complex process that requires careful thought and planning. From the layout to materials, energy efficiency to future-proofing, there are countless decisions to make. Here is our.

Halloween is traditionally the scariest night of the year, but don’t let investing in property add to the fear factor! Here we take a look at five fears people have of investing in property and suggest ways to overcome them. 1. Financial commitment and risk Fear: One of the biggest fears related to property investment.

While the latest ABS lending indicators around new loan commitments show first home buyers in New South Wales fell 3.7 %, below the national average fall of 1.5 %, they are still keen to get on the market. Here are two ways: 1. Buy into Strata In its latest NSW Market Update, property data specialists.

There’s always on ongoing debate between property and shares as to which is the best investment. Each has its advantages and drawbacks, and the right choice depends on various factors including personal preferences, risk tolerance, investment goals, and market conditions. As with any investment decision, conducting thorough research and seeking advice from specialists in that.

The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) lending figures show the value of owner-occupier loans rose 2.9% to $18.9 billion, 21.4% higher than July 2023. And while the value of new owner-occupier first home buyer loans rose just 0.8% in July, this was 19.7% higher than July 2023. This suggests first-time home buyers are still.

Whether you’re buying a strata-titled property for a home, or for investment purposes, they are often an attractive option; generally, they are less expensive than similar sized freehold properties, are often low-maintenance and some communities have some great shared amenities including swimming pools and gyms. Many enjoy these benefits; indeed, according to the Australasian Strata.