RAY WHITE’s auction metrics just got stronger today by every measure. Forget what you thought was a slight softening in activity, as by all accounts Ray White’s innovation real-time data and anecdotes from agents in the field report a strong day …
THE first weekend of May has yielded some strong auction results that point to a big month ahead. Coming off the back of an outstanding April, the winter chill did nothing to cool down the hot Australian property market last …
THE first weekend of May saw auction buyers out in force across Australia, with uncharacteristically fierce bidding action as the temperature dropped. Unlike other years, sellers and buyers are seemingly not deterred by the cooler months, and are capitalising on one …
THE first weekend of May saw auction buyers out in force across Australia, with uncharacteristically fierce bidding action as the temperature dropped. Unlike other years, sellers and buyers are seemingly not deterred by the cooler months, and are capitalising on one of the …
SUPPLY is no longer an issue for the property market as it steams into May. New listing levels are on their way up for the largest residential property group in Australia, Ray White. New listings have shot up 61 per …
A familiar face has opened a brand new office in Midland in the Swan Hills region of Perth, in partnership with Australia’s leading real estate brand. Richard Lowenhoff, who has cemented his reputation as one of leading agents in the …
Get to know Prue Jones from Ray White Rye. How does your usual day look? I always start my day before 8am with early morning emails to current vendors. This puts me in control of my day. Then I catch …
THE post-Easter market continued to see buyers out in force at auctions, with some fierce bidding reported across the nation as determined purchasers came prepared to secure their dream homes. Australasia’s largest property group had booked 567 auctions to go under …
It was a month of records. We are extremely proud that we served more than 19,000 families and businesses to find a new home or investment property across Australia and New Zealand during the month, representing $8.74 billion in transaction …
Don’t let your plant obsession get in the way of getting your bond back with these tips from Ray White Southbank Head of Property Persa Kapsali. As houseplants become more popular and accessible, Persa has noticed that the vast majority …
For buyers dipping a toe into the pool of real estate in Australia for the first time, choosing just one property from the vast array of homes on offer can be an exciting experience. From a dreamy bungalow in Cairns to a glamorous townhouse in Sydney or Melbourne, the options … Read more
The ultimate checklist to paying back your home! 1. Make extra repayments Making consistent and ad-hoc extra repayments like bonuses and tax returns reduces the principal on your mortgage faster. The sooner you start making extra repayments, the more time and money you save. 2. Make your first repayment on … Read more
Australian property values grew at their fastest rate in 17 years in February, with every capital city and all regional markets lifting their dwelling prices. The rare circumstance of all 15 market jurisdictions (eight capital cities and seven regional markets) rising strongly at the same time confirms that Australia is … Read more
It has been more than four months since the Corona Virus crisis wreaked havoc on the Australian economy, and while we are yet to see the full impact on the property market, cracks are appearing in its foundations. But whether or not a property market collapse is on the cards … Read more
If you’re buying a home, chances are you’ve been given advice from family and friends on how to get the best result from your home loan. Being a mammoth financial decision with many nuances, chances are you’ve encountered a myth or two. Here are some of the most common misconceptions … Read more
It’s the million-dollar question on the minds of potential vendors across NSW: Is now the right time to list? The apprehension comes as buyers, encouraged by generous government stimuli, are scouring the market for value buys, with low stocks and a large number of house hunters fuelling competition in the … Read more
First home buyers who purchase a property worth up to $1million will save thousands on stamp duty costs under the new NSW government scheme. In changes announced today by NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet to stamp duty threshold, stamp duty will be waived for homes up to $800,000 and discounted up to $1 … Read more
Welcome back to our ultimate guide for first-time home sellers. We’ve answered all the important questions you may have before selling your home. You can read Part I here! How much is my home worth? Your home’s worth depends on several things: the land value, home improvements and renovations, the … Read more
Selling a home for the first time can be quite overwhelming when not familiar with the real estate world and its jargon. You might wonder what an agency agreement is, how much your property is worth, when the best time to sell is, how to get the best price, etc. … Read more
Consolidate your debts. Multiple debts can be stressful, both because of the financial hit each month and the need to remember lots of different due dates. By consolidating these debts with your mortgage, you could swap that confusing mix of debt obligations for one simple repayment each month. Simplify to … Read more