Three surprising benefits to selling a house in winter
by Carly Susic, Melbourne property advocate Some say you should avoid selling a house in winter. But I disagree. When you are selling, regardless of the time of year, you should always take advantage of market conditions. Even though the weather is dark and gloomy,...
How to bid at an online auction
If you are purchasing a home in Melbourne in 2021 (or 2022) it’s likely you’ll need to know how to bid at an online auction. Taking away the drama of the in-street auction changes the playing field somewhat—so it’s important for you to understand how online auctions...
Missing out on houses: how to avoid FOMO buying and revisit your property strategy
When you’re buying property in Melbourne you may find yourself missing out on houses. You attend open houses and auctions week after week, only to be pipped at the post by competitors with deeper pockets. Your frustration builds and you start to worry that you’ll...
Melbourne housing market analysis: must-read tips for buying and selling this summer
by Carly Susic Looking for comprehensive and up-to-date Melbourne housing market analysis? As independent property advocates, we see all sides of the market. We listen to what vendors are saying, speak to buyers about what they want, and closely observe what agents...
Buying a house after lockdown
by Carly Susic Are you thinking of buying a house after lockdown? If supply increases and demand drops, so should prices. Suddenly, the home you thought you could not afford may now be within your budget. It’s an exciting opportunity. We all want to ‘buy low, sell...
