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Mobile Real Estate Resources – Get Informed on the Go

Written by on February 9, 2012 · Leave a Comment
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Do you use a smartphone? If you’re buying or selling your australian property, your smartphone could make things easier! Information technology has made the world of real estate a better place. Online virtual tours can take you inside a property to view it without your having to leave the comfort of your computer. Mailing lists enable you to receive notifications of new listings that match your needs. The web is a major time saver and provides you with useful information, too. You can find online real estate mortgage calculators and you can find real estate agents who serve the area [...] Read more »

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Thinking About Property Investing in Australian Real Estate? Read This First

Written by on February 2, 2012 · Leave a Comment
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Are you ready to diversify your portfolio and think that now could be a really great time to invest in Australia real estate? Anyone considering making the move into a new investment area should do a lot of homework, first.  This is especially true with something as expensive as property! Real estate can be a great investment. It typically (although not always very quickly) increases in value and because it can be lived in while it’s increasing in value you can either make use of it yourself or use it as an income property. Many wannabe property investors take the [...] Read more »

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Are You Ready for a Mortgage?

Written by on December 2, 2011 · Leave a Comment
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If you’re looking at becoming an Australian property owner, you’ll probably be like the vast majority of people who can’t pay 100% of the cost of the property and require a mortgage. Getting your mortgage is important. Not only will it determine whether or not you’ll be able to buy a home right now but it’ll have a major impact on your finances for the foreseeable future, too. Shopping for a mortgage isn’t as easy as shopping for, say, a car.  You don’t really have the negotiating / haggling power you’d have with smaller purchases. But you can increase your [...] Read more »

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Pay Your Australian Property off Early

Written by on November 25, 2011 · 1 Comment
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For most adults, their first major goal in life is to buy a home. Once they do choose a home, save a down payment, and obtain a mortgage, all of a sudden, the next major goal is to pay off that huge debt. It doesn’t have to take the 25 or 30 years that most banks offer. A mortgage is a positive debt, of course, because it’s not like most credit card debt that results in a lot of interest with nothing that’s appreciated at the end of paying off that debt. If you buy a good property, it should [...] Read more »

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Australia Property Investing Tips

Written by on November 19, 2011 · Leave a Comment
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If you’re looking at property investing, this could be a great way to increase your personal wealth. It’s a great time to invest in Australia real estate. Locals are doing it and so are people that live abroad. Why invest in real estate rather than something else? Real estate investing gives you something tangible. Unlike investing in stocks or bonds, you’ve actually got property in your hands. It can make you money while you hold onto it waiting for it to be worth more and it could, if you’re investing in vacation properties, bring you joy as well (because you [...] Read more »

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Room by Room Home Staging Advice

Written by on November 12, 2011 · Leave a Comment
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Are you looking to sell your Australian home? If so, you might be considering professional staging to help present your home in the best light possible. If you’d rather save a bit of money, perhaps you’d like to try doing some staging on your own. Read on for some tips that can help you present each room in your house in the best light possible, increasing the chance of selling your home fast and getting the sort of offer you’re hoping for. Kitchen Staging A clean and bright kitchen can help people envision their special family occasions happening there. If [...] Read more »

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Australian Real Estate – Tips for Finding a Great Real Estate Agent

Written by on November 5, 2011 · Leave a Comment
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There’s a big difference between okay and great realtors. Finding a  great realtor can make the difference between selling your home fast and having it sit on the market until you either drop the price or give up on selling.  Having a great realtor can make the difference for buyers, too. The right agent can make the process of finding a new home, whether for an investment property or your new principal residence a fun and rewarding process rather than one of frustration. The right real estate agent for your needs should stand apart in a crowd. Tips for Finding [...] Read more »

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Renovating Before Selling Your Home? Some Helpful Tips:

Written by on October 27, 2011 · Leave a Comment
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We try our best to provide comprehensive information for you. Today’s post does a bit of a recap of some of our past posts that relate to helping you make changes before selling in an effort to help you sell your home for the maximum value.  Feel free to contact Richard Colum for help selling your Australian home. If you’re looking at selling your Australian home, getting it ready for viewing might take time, effort, and even a small investment.  You might look at decluttering your house, and at potential DIY and professional improvements. That investment could pay you substantial [...] Read more »

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Make Sure You Buy the Right Rental Property

Written by on October 7, 2011 · 1 Comment
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Are you in the market for a real estate property that will be used for rental income? If so, there are a lot of things to consider. Keep the following in mind: Location is important Carefully consider the type of rental unit Examine the pricing structure Plan ahead when determining a leasing structure Take time for tenant selection Rental Property Location: The location you choose will make a big impact on renting it out. Certain locations command more revenue and certain locations will attract specific types of renters. Are you looking to rent it out to students, to families, to [...] Read more »

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Having Trouble Selling Your Home? Here are Some Things to Check

Written by on September 23, 2011 · Leave a Comment
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Are you trying to sell your  house but are having some trouble? Here are some tips:   Check Your Price Is your house overpriced? Not only might people not be willing to pay for it but they might also have trouble getting approved for financing. A price reduction could not only get you more potential offers but could help generate some buzz.  Of course you don’t want to sell at a loss but the right price is important. Check Your Curb Appeal Have you done any staging for your home both inside and out? Staging can increase the results you [...] Read more »

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