Site preparation sets the foundation of the build. A good build must start with the right site preparation. In this market insight, we share the steps of what's required to transform a vacant block of land into a site ready to commence construction. Step 1 – Initial site analysis Prior to breaking ground and commencing the build, an initial site analysis is completed. An assessment is undertaken...
The value a garage adds to a property. There is evidence that there is always a growing trend for a car space, this is in high demand when located inside close proximity to the city. Many modern home designs feature a garage as part of artistically presenting a beautiful front facade. With Melbourne's culture, Melbournians still choose to drive to work over using public transport, the value of a garage...
Pre settlement inspection. When buying a property off the plan, you have a contractual right to take a look at what you've purchased before you exchange the purchase at settlement. What is a pre settlement inspection? The pre-settlement inspection is your opportunity to take a look at the newly completed property before you own it and accept they keys. It is your legal right as a purchaser to check the...
Should you buy old or new properties? The opinion may differ among buyers, investors and other property enthusiasts. At Crest Property Investments, its a question we've been asked many times. In this market insight we highlight some of the general key differences between the two opportunities. Buying new properties: Buying new will offer greater longevity Investors receive great...
How to rate a good suburb. Metropolitan Melbourne is blessed with some incredibly designed suburbs. Whether you’re buying a new home to live in or looking to invest, there are many contributors and factors that narrow a good suburb down to suit your particular needs. Owner occupiers may factor more contributors to a suburb that features lifestyle, while investors may be looking for suburbs that are...
Will working from home change floor plans? The global pandemic (AKA covid-19) has caused inevitable change in the way we socialise, relax and work. It has no doubt changed our lives forever and we either learn from it or we get stuck in the now. In this market insight, we discuss how working from home may become the norm for many years or even decades to come. The days of a corporate office may never be...
Reasons to upsize your home. We all may want a big home in theory, but a bigger home doesn't always solve your problem. There are however four (4) valid reasons why you'd want to upsize your home. As buyers advocates, we have helped many buyers make this decision. There is a lot to look beyond the design of a home such as lifestyle, schools and public transport to name a few. The excitement and...
An introduction to settlement. When buying off the plan, buyers have to wait for their dream home or investment property to be completed. In this market insight we outline the steps required to satisfactorily settle a house and land package. What is Settlement? Settlement is the date when the property title is transferred into the name of the purchaser, and the balance of the purchase price...
What is a buyers advocate? At Crest Property Investments, we specialise in sourcing brand new or off the plan properties for buyers. Our niche service as a buyers advocate is quite different to a traditional real estate agent. You'll find a real estate agent often services and works for the vendor with the intent of selling their property. While a buyers advocate services and works for the buyer. What...
W. Not one property fits all, but there is a trend where we see downsizers asking us to source an apartment. Once their children grow up and become independent and move out, parents are often left with a home that is either to big or requires to much maintenance. There are many reasons why they make this change in their lives. In this market insight, we highlight some of them. Purchasing...