Buying an investment property in Melbourne. The Melbourne rental market has been leading the way in quarterly rental growth, with a 3.9%* increase in the 30 June 2023 quarter. This is helping Melbourne catch up to other markets, with an annual rental growth rate of 12.6%*...
When selling your property in Melbourne, selecting the right sales strategy that aligns with your goals and engages potential buyers effectively is essential to achieving the highest price and best sales terms. While auctions are a popular sales method, particularly in Melbourne, conducting thorough research...
Have you ever wondered how some people buy their dream home without seeing it advertised? Off-market transactions have become increasingly popular in Melbourne since the slowdown of the property market. In this month's Market Insight, we deep dive into why people choose to sell off-market...
Build-to-rent (BTR) is a real estate concept that involves purpose-built apartment towers designed to be owned by one entity and leased out to renters for the long term. While the BTR model is more common in the US and Europe, it has recently gained popularity...
Finance is one of the first things we discuss with clients in our initial discovery call. Having finance in place means you have certainty about what you can spend on a property and when you can transact on it. It also ensures we only show...
What makes a successful property investment? Successful property investment relies on four key factors: Strong rental demand Increasing rental rates Long-term capital growth Good property management The Melbourne market ticks all these boxes right now. Why are rents growing so quickly in Melbourne? When interest rates were at all-time...
Renowned for its rolling green hills and mineral spas, Central Victoria is highly sought after by investors, holidaymakers and tree changers. When we talk to clients about Central Victoria, most people immediately think of Daylesford. However, Central Victoria is much more than Daylesford and understanding...
A-Grade Properties: What to look for and why they are important. The term A-grade property is frequently used in the media and by our team. Understanding what makes an A-grade property becomes increasingly important as the market softens. All properties sell in a rising market, but...
Rents are soaring. How can I get into property investment? With inflationary pressures starting to come under control and a lack of supply of rental stock in the Melbourne market, the pendulum is beginning to swing in favour of the rental provider. Melbourne could soon see...
Is it worth renovating in today’s market? And how to avoid blowing your budget. Why is it so hard to renovate at the moment? If you’re considering a refurbishment, renovation or even a minor improvement of your home or investment property, no doubt you have encountered one...