How much does it cost to move to a new home?
There are plenty of hidden or unexpected costs, especially if you are buying your first house. We have come up with 8 other costs than the purchase price of your home for you to watch out for.
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How do property option agreements work?
Guest blog by Ellen Orton, Openagent.com.au If you’re a property investor, you may have heard of a range of property contracts , including property option agreements. A …
Is your short-term letting accommodation legal?
Short-term letting has become a popular side hustle or even a full-time income for many people. After it started over 10 years ago in 2008, Airbnb has become the largest …
How first home buyers can save for a home quicker and pay less
Buying your first home is a major milestone in life. It’s now been made easier with a new government incentive called the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme that will compliment …
Guide to pre-settlement inspections
Pre-settlement inspections (sometimes known as final inspections) are common in the lead up to settlement of your property. Normally, you have the right to one pre-settlement …
5 things you need to know when you buy a property with another person
Buying a property is exciting but when you are buying with another person, there are some important things to consider that can impact your estate planning and investment …
5 value-adding renovations you can complete this weekend
If you’re looking to sell soon, you might be interested in how you can add value to your home without having to spend weeks on a renovation. Fortunately, there’s a range of …
7 budget-friendly ways to increase curb appeal
One of the most important parts of staging your home for sale or selling your home in general is making sure positive first impressions are made. If you’re looking to …
5 ways to make moving homes more sustainable
Moving house, or even to a new business property or office, can be a long and tiring endeavour. Having to consider being eco-friendly on top of everything can definitely be …
Can property conveyancing be completely digital?
Property buyers and sellers want the conveyancing process to be as easy as possible, and expect conveyancing to be delivered digitally just like they consume other services. …