Community Support & Property Advice

Understanding Real Estate Commissions

Understanding Real Estate Commissions

Real estate commissions are often the largest outlay when it comes to selling property, so it’s important to understand exactly how they work before you commit.  Your house is often your biggest financial asset, and making the decision to sell is never easy....

Using Social Media To Sell Your Home

Using Social Media To Sell Your Home

While it's unlikely that Facebook Marketplace is the best way to sell your home, using social media to assist with a real estate sale does have its merits.Real estate agents have long relied on a wide variety of mediums to sell properties in their care. Between...

Understanding Real Estate Psychology

Understanding Real Estate Psychology

When it comes to understanding the factors behind what drives people to buy a particular home, the basics of real estate psychology offers some insight.  In the world of property and apart from the obvious need to invest or put a roof over our heads, why do we...

Real Estate Marketing Costs Explained

Real Estate Marketing Costs Explained

In today's world, real estate marketing when selling a property involves a lot more than slapping an ad in your local newspaper - so what are your options?For most Australians, their house is often their biggest financial asset. Whether it’s a choice that’s been years...

Five Reasons To Walk The Kokoda Trail

Five Reasons To Walk The Kokoda Trail

While the Kokoda Trail is a notable inclusion on many bucket lists, the pilgrimage to Papua New Guinea is not just exclusive to veterans or history buffs.  Making the decision to hike the Kokoda Track is not for the faint hearted. The hot, humid days partnered...

Victorian Rental Scams On The Rise

Victorian Rental Scams On The Rise

If the pandemic didn't impact our finances enough, Victorian rental scams are spiking thanks to individuals capitalising on the latest round of lockdowns.In comparison to previous years, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has reported a sharp rise in...

The Pros And Cons Of Inner City Living

The Pros And Cons Of Inner City Living

If you're debating calling the big smoke home, what are some of the good things - and not so good things - about inner city living that everyone should know? While the ‘Great Australian Dream’ is traditionally regarded as a house in the suburbs on a quarter acre...

Your Checklist For Selling A Property

Your Checklist For Selling A Property

The first step of selling a property is making the decision to do so, but what do the next steps look like for homeowners looking to get the ball rolling?  Your house is often your biggest financial asset, and making the decision to sell is never easy,...

Understanding Body Corporate Fees

Understanding Body Corporate Fees

Before you even think about buying a unit or an apartment in a complex, it's important to understand your obligations surrounding body corporate fees.  If you’ve been debating the purchase of a unit, townhouse or apartment, you’ve probably come across the term...