When buying a property, it's important to look at a number of items. One of those is understanding an easement on a property. Many people find it difficult to understand easements and the many legal problems that surround them. It is a complex area with some difficult terms and conditions. Here is some basic information to help. What is an easement? An easement is a section of land registered on your...
We have all contemplated whether it is better buying or renting property. In many cases, this is an easy conclusion, but many factors can create differing views. Traditionally, owning a home was seen as a priority. A sense of independence and financial well being. In recent decades, this philosophy has changed. Housing prices and the cost of living has made owning a home more challenging than ever...
What is a master planned community? When buying a house and land package you’ll most likely hear about a master planned community. However what does it mean? In this market insight, we highlight and discuss this further. What is master planned community? A master planned community is a residential land estate designed for families to live and raise their families. They often feature a number of...
If you are unsure what a conveyancer is and what they do, here is a brief overview. What is conveyancing? When a property transaction takes place, the land ownership is transferred from one person or entity to another. Conveyancing is a legal process used to execute these transfers. Both buyers and sellers require a conveyancer or solicitor to guide them through the process. A conveyancer generally...
The First Home Owner Grant is also known as FHOG. It is a Government scheme that provides a one off payment to a first home buyer who purchases or builds their first home. The payment provided by the government and the eligibility rules differ from state or territory where purchased. Here we summarise some basic information relating to the First Home Owner Grant in Victoria. You can receive up to...
Have you ever considered buying a property off the plan? Why would we choose to buy off the plan? Most people love the smell of a new home... The new floorboards, the silky stone benchtops, the spacious new walk-in-robe or that inspiring hot tub!! There are many amazing things to love in a new property. There are also various financial benefits. However, these can differ depending on the type of...
As apartment and townhouse living continues to become a widely popular choice among younger buyers creating useful spaces are ideal. The study nook is one of those great innovative areas. In response to covid-19, many are now working from home. A study nook creates a separate spot to work or study in the home. It can feature a desk, drawers, and a great in built shelving area are great to store books...
Many families want to support each other. Parents often ask us how they can help children buy their first property. With the housing market continually rising, many children will face affordability challenges. Some parents look to buy properties to gift to their children in the future, but this is not always feasible, for instance if you have three children. Many are also not quite fortunate to have the...
There is good news out of Canberra with the announcement of the $680 million HomeBuilder package. The Federal Government introduced its HomeBuilder package on 4 June 2020. The HomeBuilder package The big winners are owner occupiers and first home buyers. The government is prepared to compensate owner occupiers and first home buyers if they choose to buy a new or off-the-plan property in the remainder...
When we buy a new home we spend a lot of time in the kitchen. How we have grown to love kitchens. If it’s cooking, cleaning or even entertaining. This is where a common question arises. Benchtops - stone versus laminate. Is it better to include stone or laminated bench tops? There isn’t necessary a right or wrong answer but here are some differences you may want to take note before your next...