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The week ending 5th September delivered a clearance rate of 97% from the 140 auctions reported for the period (based on REIV data). At the same time last year, there were just 15 auctions reported. 68 homes sold at auction last week and another 68 sold prior to auction, with 4 passed in. 209 properties were withdrawn from sale and 329 auctions were postponed. This weekend we feature an …
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With our 6th statewide lockdown having been extended with no firm end date in sight, the need to inspect a home to rent or buy for many people has reached a critical juncture. Many Victorians are at breaking point. I have created a petition to try and get in-person vacant home inspections happening again ASAP. Please click on the link below for further information and to …
Buying a property in Hampton can be a daunting and difficult process. For many of us, it is something we only do a few times in our lives. A buyers advocate (also known as a buyers agent or property finder) can be an enormous help to make it easy to buy a home or investment property by: removing the stress and frustration of buying a home saving you time and allowing you to get your weekends …
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We're always busy here at Chamberlain Property Advocates and lockdown periods are no exception. There's always work to do, even when restrictions prevent us from attending auctions and property inspections. The lengthy periods of lockdown we've experienced since mid-July have had a heavy impact on the real estate sector. We thought we'd share some insights into the challenges some buyers and …
The week ending 29th August delivered a clearance rate of 99% from the 223 auctions reported for the period (based on REIV data). At the same time last year, there were just 41 auctions reported. 100 homes sold at auction last week and another 120 sold prior to auction, with 2 passed in. 441 properties were withdrawn from sale and 634 auctions were postponed. As Melissa Heagney reported …
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The week ending 22nd August delivered a clearance rate of 98% from the 281 auctions reported for the period (based on REIV data). At the same time last year, a mere 95 auctions were reported while Victoria battled through its second wave of the pandemic. 138 homes sold at auctions and 136 sold before auction, with 7 passed in. 220 properties were withdrawn from sale and 527 auctions were …
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Caring for a pet is a popular lifestyle choice for many Australians - and that includes those who rent a property. However, when you're the owner of a rental property, its understandable to feel a bit anxious about the impact pets might have on your investment. In this article, I'll outline some of the most effective ways to ensure your property is 'pet proofed'. To begin with, it's important …
Changes to school zones in 2022 are set to bring substantial increases to the value of homes that are suddenly cast into sought-after zones. While most school zones will remain unchanged, a number of them will be realigned to accommodate the "14 new schools and campuses opening next year, as well as changes in enrolment demand". These new schools are part of the State government's 100 New …
The week ending 15th August delivered a clearance rate of 95% from the 374 auctions reported for the period (based on REIV data). At the same time last year, 107 auctions were reported and an 89% clearance rate achieved. 213 homes sold at auction and 142 sold before auction, with 19 passed in. 205 properties were withdrawn from sale and another 478 auctions were postponed. As we outlined …
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Building or renovating a property has always involved a lot of decision-making. Aesthetics, functionality, and return on investment have traditionally been key considerations for anyone planning to build or upgrade their home. However, factoring sustainability into building design is a more recent trend - and it's important to know where to start. A good way of thinking about …
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