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Client Success Story #3

Client Success Story #3. In this market insight, we want to take the opportunity to share a wonderful success story where one of our clients experienced some capital growth from the property advice provided by Crest Property Investments. Client Success Story #3 Kim & Siok purchased a house and land package in Clyde. They bought the property to occupy. Previously residing in Sydney, they wanted to...

Choosing a family-friendly suburb

Choosing a family-friendly suburb. When buying a family home, no doubt we are all looking for a house that is spacious, functional and well suited to our family needs. Purchasing your own home is no easy task, so when buying your family home, its also important to consider the location. Not all areas offer the same family community environment. Finding a home is one things, matching it with your lifestyle...

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Steps to purchasing property in an SMSF

Steps to purchasing property in an SMSF. Having the opportunity to use your superannuation to purchase a property is a super exciting prospect. This strategy has become widely popular over the last decade. At Crest Property Investments, we have helped many investors purchase the right property to suit their circumstances and the investment strategy. The founder of Crest Property Investments, Tristan...

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Top things to do in Clayton

Top things to do in Clayton Clayton is an highly populated suburb given its close radius to the Monash University (Clayton) and Monash Hospital. It's also a widely popular neighbourhood with a variety of amenities and public transport options. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: The Clayton Hotel Located opposite the Clayton train station its an easy place to get to. After a...

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Top growth suburbs by median property prices – March 2023

As interest rates see the first month on hold after consecutive months of increases, the Melbourne property market has seen a higher level of buying demand and property transactions. A number of suburbs in both house and units prices witness some capital growth. Here we focus and share the latest quarterly figures within the Melbourne property market. Top growth suburbs by median house price Here is a...

Rental Market Snapshot – March 2023

Rental Market Snapshot: The Melbourne property market continues to see a supply issue for rental prices. It's becoming more evident when we reflect on the vacancy rates in this market insight. As interest rates look to potentially hold it's anticipated that more buyers will enter the market to purchase their own property over renting. As a property investor, leasing your property has never been...

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Melbourne’s Million Dollar Suburbs – March 2023

There continues to be many suburbs within metropolitan Melbourne fetching past the million dollar figure. Toorak continues to hold the top spot at $5,550,000. Second and third place was Flinders and Canterbury surpassing $4,110,000 and $3,361,000 respectively. Rounding up the top 5, was Brighton which was previously third in the last quarter and and Shorum both fetching $3,300,000. The majority of...

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Client Success Story #2

Client Success Story #2. In this market insight, we want to take the opportunity to share a wonderful success story where one of our clients experienced some capital growth from the property advice provided by Crest Property Investments. Client Success Story #2 Tom purchased a house and land package in Rockbank. His investment increased by approximately $123,520 from the time he purchased it off the plan...

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Common types of property ownership

Common types of property ownership. When buying a property, there are a number of different ways you can own it. Depending on your circumstances and/or objectives, each ownership type provides its own advantages and disadvantages. In this market insight, we highlight some of the most common types of property ownership. There are various factors to consider when assessing the best suits property ownership,...

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Most common home burglary entry points

Most common home burglary entry points. When buying a home, the last thing you want to worry about is the threat of having your home broken into.  Unfortunately home burglaries can occur in any suburb any time. It is important to always secure your home to prevent these occurrences In this market insight we highlight the most common home burglary entry points and some tips to avoid...

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