Spring is here! It's a beautiful time of year. The birds are singing, the trees are showing off their shapes and sizes, the flowers are blossoming and people are spending more time outdoors. Here is a list of fruits and vegetables to plant in Spring Cucumbers Cucumbers are so refreshing in summer. If you want a handy supply of cucumbers, you need to start planting them as soon as the cool...
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...
It is without doubt, Australians love household pets. To have a companion, a friend and a family member are just some of the feelings Australians have towards their household pet. According to the World Animal Foundation, there are more than 28.7 million pets in Australia, with 6.9 million households owning a pet today. We hold one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world. There is an...
Ways to improve your positive attitude at home. As Australians learn to adjust their daily routine in response to covid-19, we find ourselves spending more time at home. Melbourne in particular has had to find ways to be positive given the tighter government restrictions. Here are some helpful ways to improve your positive attitude at home. Increase your home’s natural light Capturing more...
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...
Top things to do in South Melbourne South Melbourne is a very popular suburb that has seen many young professionals call this place home. Situated nearly a stone throw away from the Melbourne CBD it not only a highly active neighbourhood, its very well connected with the use of public transport and bike paths. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: South Melbourne/Albert Park...
A good credit score demonstrates your financial health when it comes to lending. Without it, it's very difficult to get any form of loan, particularly a home mortgage. If you manage to obtain a loan, a bad credit score will result in paying an interest rate beyond the market average. Having a good score will provide better flexibility to source the right loan, while allowing you to access more money to...
Buying an investment property can be challenging at the best of times. Purchasing a property you've never been to can be even more challenging. For many investors, buying interstate can be very difficult to accept. Both new and experienced investors can feel a mix of emotions. Purchasing a property you've never been to can feel like a greater risk. We all work hard to place ourselves in an investment...
What are vacancy rates? If you have ever looked at buying an investment property, you are sure to have heard this terminology before. What are vacancy rates? Vacancy rates are the percentage of how many rental properties in a location or market are currently without a tenant or vacant. The rate is calculated by using the number of vacant properties, multiplying that number by 100, and dividing that...
With Melbourne being asked to home isolate for a further 6 weeks, many must be confused and lacking routine. Here are some ways to set routine during isolation. Take a timeout from the news In recent months, COVID-19 has been the center of news. It’s nearly impossible to avoid it. There is no doubt, it’s causing a heightened state of anxiety for many individuals and families. Taking a break from...