7 steps to prepare for an open house inspection
The way we live our lives is very personal and unique to us, and that includes how we live in our homes. What may seem completely normal and natural to you may seem out of the ordinary – or even...
Selling your house - 10 ideas to increase the...
It's only natural that you want to achieve the highest sale price possible for your property. There are a few tried and tested ways to squeeze that little extra value from your home, they simply...
Why we like tiered commission rates
One of the most common questions we are asked by our clients is: “what rate of commission should I be paying?” There is no simple answer to that question, as commission rates vary a lot depending...
Real estate terminology explained
The purchase and selling of real estate involves potentially complex legal transactions, and from time to time you may come across terminology in contracts and legal paperwork that you’re not...
How does a property auction work?
Thinking of selling your home via auction, but not sure much about them, or if it is right for your property?In Australia, you have two options when it comes to selling, via private treaty sale or...
Cheap real estate agents: are they worth it?
It goes without saying that selling a property is about maximising your return. But all too often people make the mistake of focusing on agent commission rates rather than the total dollars in...