Last year delivered three interest rate cuts, with speculation of further reductions. During that period, Melbourne house prices rose 4.8%, according to NAB. This year, the outlook has shifted. The Reserve Bank of Australia has implemented a 0.25% increase, with commentary suggesting up to two further rises. With rising interest rates back on the agenda, buyers and...

Often the Executor in a Will doesn’t have experience in dealing with a deceased estate or selling a property. This prospect can be daunting for the Executor, particularly when grieving a personal loss and managing family dynamics.  Here is a guide to assist an Executor of a Deceased Estate to sell property owned by the deceased. ...

If you’re wondering what lies ahead for property prices, now that the Federal election is over, some believe the answer lies in the economic theory of the 18.6-year boom-bust cycle. Rob Allanadale explains the cycle and what factors could affect its trajectory for the Australian housing market.

Following the latest decline in the annual inflation rate to 3.4%, all big four banks believe there will be an official interest rate cut later this month, with more cuts to follow. This will help ease the cost of living expense for borrowers (read voters), and make borrowing more affordable. But what impact will lower interest rates have on the Melbourne property market?

Property prices are based on buyer confidence and momentum. Doom and gloom headlines erode confidence, however local agents say it very much depends very much on the quality of the property being offered. So what’s really happening…

When you use a Vendor Advocate they provide independent advice and work exclusively for you, the Seller, helping to save time, lower costs, reduce stress and get the best possible price for the property.

Vendor advocates advise and manage all aspects of selling a property.  They provide guidance and support to ensure that the seller gets the best possible outcome from the sale.  

Moving from the family home into residential aged care is a big decision with emotional and practical barriers to face. Here is five tips to make the transition easier and secure the best outcomes for the future.

Predicting Melbourne’s residential property prices is a mugs game – just ask any bank economist or property expert. I prefer the views of real estate agents who are dealing with buyers and sellers on a daily basis. I have questioned three agents in different areas of Melbourne. Here's what they said...

Many people dream of buying a beach house - now may be the time to take another look at fulfilling that dream.

The absence of investors from the residential market means that anyone selling a rental property should be targeting owner-occupiers.

The media is making much of borrowers coming off low fixed rate loans (of 2%) causing a tsunami of forced property sales. Will this occur?