Melbourne housing market insights reveals new home listings soared by 82 per cent in October as vendors rushed back into the market after lockdowns ended. As Australia’s capital cities recover from Covid-19 lockdowns and restrictions, Melbourne’s housing market has boomed post-lockdown as listings and auction clearance rates surge. There is an average of 1400 auctions…
Life and is starting to return to normal since Covid restrictions across Victoria were eased from 29 October, after the state reached an 80% full vaccination rate. Melbourne had endured 262 days, nearly nine months, of stay-at-home restrictions that went over 6 lockdowns since March 2020. Nearly all remaining Covid-19 restrictions in Victoria have now been lifted for fully…
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Hitting the $1 Million Dollar mark If you haven’t been paying attention to the property market, you may have missed the news that Melbourne’s property market is predicted to hit the $1 million median mark by June. As a result, buyers are flocking to Victoria’s regional areas attracted by housing affordability and more relaxed lifestyle.…
Are Pools included in Home Inspections? Before you jump into the property market, there are some things you should consider before you purchase a property with a pool. Many buyers obtaining a home inspection might assume that a pre-purchase inspection includes the pool as well. Certainly, you should ask whether the pool is included and…
Tips for choosing the right Builder Your home is a valuable asset and building or renovating can be a very expensive major undertaking. You may not be aware how important it is to know the difference between registered builders and tradespeople. That’s why it’s best to know how to check credentials and references to ensure…
There was a time when work dictated where homeowners in Victoria could live. Typically, the city and suburbs provided convenience when commuting to and from the workplace. For many homeowners, the bustling metropolis wasn’t their first choice. If you have longed to live by the sea or out in the country where it is quiet…
Far above all else, failing to carry out due diligence is the number one reason that home buyers run into issues. When you purchase a home you are making a huge investment. For many home buyers that means living in the same property for the rest of their lives. When you buy a property that…
Did you remember to check your smoke alarms when daylight finished recently? This key annual date is a good reminder to test your smoke alarm systems in readiness for Winter. Homeowners often forget about their first line of defence in the event of a house fire – their smoke alarms. When it comes to protecting…
The word ‘dilapidation’ paints a picture of a structure that hasn’t been maintained; the walls are crooked; the roof is caving in. It is a dilapidated building, a negative connotation. Because of this, many Melbourne property owners are surprised when approached by contractors or inspectors requesting to do a dilapidation report on their well-maintained home…