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real estate marketing costs explained

Real estate marketing costs explained

So you’re selling a house and the agent presents you with a schedule for marketing fees. And suddenly, you’re full of questions. Why doesn’t the ...
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getting a building inspection

Getting a Building Inspection: Your FAQs answered

by Carly Susic, Melbourne buyer’s advocate Having worked with thousands of buyers over more decades than I care to admit, I am often faced with ...
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passed in at auction

How to negotiate when a house is passed in at auction to you

by Carly Susic, Melbourne Buyers’ Advocate  When you’re buying a home and a house is passed in at auction to you, it’s time to negotiate. ...
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the process of buying a house

The process of buying a house

by Carly Susic, Melbourne property advocate  Dreaming of buying a home and ready to take action? Prepare, prepare, prepare! Knowing the process of buying a ...
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how to buy a home at a boardroom auction

How to buy a home at a boardroom auction

by Carly Susic, Melbourne property advocate  Due to the hesitancy of homebuyers in the 2024 market, we’re seeing a resurgence of the boardroom auction. Buyers ...
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Selling an investment property

Selling an investment property

by Carly Susic, Melbourne Buyers Advocate  For the last 18 months we’ve seen an upswing in questions about selling an investment property. There’s a definite ...
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buying an old home

Buying an old home? 7 things you should consider  

by Carly Susic, Melbourne Buyers Advocate  Melbourne is full of gorgeous homes built 70-100+ years ago, and many have the loveliest period features that new ...
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Selling your first home and buying your second

Selling your first home and buying your second 

by Carly Susic, Melbourne Buyers Advocate  Buying your second home? Moving up the property ladder and upsizing is an exciting time. But your property buying ...
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Buying your forever home

Buying your forever home

by Carly Susic, Melbourne Buyers Advocate  There’s a lot of advice about buying your first home, but what about buying your last home? When you ...
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buying your first home in melbourne

Buying Your First Home In Melbourne: Your Essential Guide

by Carly Susic, Melbourne Buyers Advocate  Buying your first home in Melbourne is an exciting time — you’re realising the Australian dream. And no doubt ...
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selling a deceased estate

Selling a deceased estate: your essential guide

Selling a deceased estate can be an incredibly difficult time. You’re grieving the loss of your parent or loved one, and you’ve got a tremendous ...
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How to get your house ready for sale

How to get your house ready for sale

by Carly Susic, Melbourne property advocate  If you’re planning on selling your house soon, it’s time to get your house ready for sale. But of ...
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