Selling your home during restrictions – how to sell during lockdown
by Carly Susic Were you planning to sell your home in 2020? You’ve been thrown a huge curveball, thanks to covid. Selling your home during restrictions is far from ideal. There’s bans on inspections, pressure on agents, low stock and fluctuating demand. So, the...
Melbourne property market predictions: is now a good time to buy or sell?
by Carly Susic Are you wondering what’s happening with the Melbourne property market? As lockdown begins again in July, inspections have moved again to private one-on-one inspections and online-only auctions. We have been here before but this lockdown is different...
How will coronavirus hit the property market in Melbourne?
Many are asking us how will coronavirus hit the property market in Melbourne. Naturally, the current circumstances are unlike anything we’ve witnessed in our lifetime, let alone in our combined 40 years of real estate experience. We feel for the many people who are...
Making an offer prior to auction
by Michelle Lee You’re in love. You’ve found the property of your dreams, and it just feels ‘right’. You imagine yourself opening the front door, relaxing in the lounge and entertaining on the deck. You really want this one. Do you wait for auction day? Or is making...
Melbourne real estate market: spring review, summer predictions
What’s been happening in the Melbourne real estate market over spring? Spring is typically a bumper real estate season in Melbourne. But, school holidays, footy finals and spring racing cause minor disruptions to the season. As we’ve followed a sluggish winter...
When You’re The Underbidder At Auction
“Going once… going twice… are we all done? … SOLD” by Carly Susic Wait, what? You started the day enthusiastically optimistic about bidding on your dream home at auction. Now, you’re the sad underbidder. You missed out and someone else is the happy buyer....
Buying off the plan? Ten reasons why it’s a terrible idea
And what to buy instead by Carly Susic Buying off the plan? Please don’t! We’ve seen so many disasters first-hand. Here’s our reasons why we don’t recommend buying off the plan. Save your well-earned dollars for a safer investment. 1. You can’t experience the...
$1.8m, $2.2m or $2.5m? What to do when the property value estimate varies between real estate agents
When you’re thinking of selling your home, the first item on your agenda is choosing a real estate agent. But, what happens when two or three agents give you a different property value estimate? As vendor advocates in Melbourne, we see this situation frequently....
Melbourne real estate market review
Winter overview and spring predictions by Carly Susic Watching the Melbourne real estate market is always fascinating, and the winter season is no different. Today, we’re sharing what’s been happening over the market during winter. Plus, we’re giving our predictions...
Buyers: How to avoid pitfalls in the current property market
Although it’s a buyer’s market, there are still challenges if you’re looking to buy a home – possibly more so than before. Here’s what you need to know to avoid the pitfalls in this new compromised market. What it used to look like...... In a buoyant property...
THE BANKING ROYAL COMMISSION: What it means for lenders
The Royal Commission into banking has been on everyone’s lips for months and the media conversations seemed to reach fever pitch last week when the final report was handed down by Kenneth Hayne to Government. While the final report has been largely welcomed by key...
HOW TO SPOT THE COMMON PITFALLS (BUYING)
Don’t let emotions take over when purchasing a new home. Follow our insider tips and learn how to spot potential pitfalls in a property before you sign on the dotted line! LOCATION, LOCATION Visit the property at different times of day – consider traffic pollution,...
Property Market Update
Select Property Advocate Managing Director, Carly Susic, says the market is going through a much needed correction and rather than face this period with fear, prospective homebuyers should act to take advantage of the opportunities the downturn offers. Open any of the...
Selling: How To Prepare For Your House Inspection
When it comes to opening your home for inspection, first impressions count. Present your property in the best light possible with these top tips from our expert property advocate team. BEFORE THE DAY 1. Clutter and clear any junk First things first – remove any...
Family flexibility, Poolside perfection.
This effortlessly elegant Moorabbin family home goes to Auction on Saturday the 30th of June at 12.30pm. Open for inspection Saturday 16th of June 11.30-12.00noon, Wednesday the 20th of June 4.30-5.00pm and Thursday 21st June 12.30-1.00pm you have plenty of...
Elevated options on the course
This fabulous Black Rock family home goes to Auction on Saturday the 26th of May at 12 noon. Open for inspection Wednesday 9th of May 1.00-1.30 pm and Saturday the 12th of May 1.15-1.45pm pop by and see what this Californian Bungalow has to offer with the Course out...
Federation charm, sustainable design: An exemplary renovation
Contemporary yet ornate - this fabulous Fitzroy North property, renovated and extended by noted architect Steffen Welsch goes to market this Saturday the 5th of May. Open for inspection from 1.00pm-1.30pm, Auction Saturday 26th of May at 12.00 noon, pop by 220...
BUYING?
We’ve got a bunch of packages to support you through the crazy buying process. Below is the ‘biggest and best’ - obviously you don’t have to jump straight to the top of the package ladder but in saying that, this is one of our most popular packages!>> All the...
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