It’s time to stop playing it cool in property. Gone are the days of casually watching the market and waiting to make your move. In today’s property climate, it doesn’t pay to play it cool — in fact, it could cost you the home you’ve been...
In the build-to-rent (BTR) sector, standing out is not about offering premium finishes or spacious layouts. Today’s renters are searching for more than a place to live—they’re seeking a lifestyle. For them, leasing isn’t just about square metres; it’s about the experience, the community, the...
Expressions of Interest (EOI) campaigns are a common tool in real estate, especially when the buyer pool is limited. They’re designed to get the best possible price for a property by keeping buyers in the dark about their competition. But if you don’t know how...
With house prices now starting to increase, and renewed confidence in the market, buyers and sellers who sat on the sidelines last year may now be realising they’ve missed the lowest point of the market. Which begs the question – is now a good time to...
As a nascent segment of the property industry, there is plenty to learn in the build-to-rent (BTR) space, and there are several unusual risks that can trip up even the savviest asset owner. Long-term leasing requirements Repurposing a regular tenancy agreement for BTR product can get...
Underquoting to return as the market shifts If history has taught us anything, it’s that when the property market starts to shift, so does the strategy agents employ—and underquoting is about to make a big comeback. With an interest rate cut just confirmed, buyers were already starting...
The start of 2025 is expected to reflect the subdued market seen in late 2024, with the potential for a slight decline in property values during the first half of the year. A reduction in the cash rate could serve as a turning point, driving increased...
The number of buyers in the market for holiday homes declined significantly in 2024. Increased land tax and high interest rates were the primary drivers of this market slowdown. However, properties are still changing hands on the Mornington Peninsula—just in a different way than usual. Significant...
As the Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector continues to expand, the Victorian market is beginning to feel the effects of an oversupply in rental properties. While the growth of this asset class has been heralded as a long-term solution to housing shortages, the surge in new developments is...
As the build-to-rent (BTR) sector continues to boom, renters are spoiled for choice, with countless developments competing to catch their attention. With so many options, how can your BTR project rise above the noise? One way to make a lasting impression is by bringing key amenities to...