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5 Ways to Add Value to Your Home

Your home is probably the biggest asset that you will ever acquire. With interest rates at their lowest point in over 50 years, investing in your own property to keep it up to date maybe a wise move.

Even if you’re not looking to put your property on the market right now, it pays to find ways to add value to your home in the long term. So where are the best places to invest your money? This article looks at 5 easy ways to add value to your home without spending a fortune.

Vamp up the kitchen

The kitchen is the centrepiece of your home and most real estate agents agree that spending money on the kitchen often returns two-fold in the sale price of your home.

Nov

November Market Talk with Max Pisano

Market Update

The median house price in Melbourne increased by nearly nine per cent in the September quarter in seasonally adjusted terms. This quarter’s higher than expected growth shows a very clear increase in demand. Melbourne’s house price increased to $595,500 from a revised $547,500 in the June quarter. This means that Melbourne’s median house price is now at a new peak, exceeding the previous peak of $559,000 in December quarter 2010.

Nov

Here's a useful guide to buying property at auction

Melbourne is the auction capital of the world and buying a property at auction can be a daunting task for seasoned buyers let alone newbies! Here's a guide that will help you through the process.

Before the Auction

If you’re interested in a property due to be sold by auction, make sure you do your homework.

Check the Contract of Sale or have your legal representative check it on your behalf.

Oct

Choosing a Real Estate Agent to sell your home.

The biggest billboards or the loudest ads don’t always translate to the best person for the job. Here’s some tips about finding the best agent match for you.

When you select a real estate agent, you’re performing a rigorous job interview for a prized position.

You’re choosing a stranger for an incredibly important task – one that requires trust, expertise, and adaptability.

Your expectations should be demanding; you’re selling one of your biggest assets.

Oct

When is the best time to sell?

Lifestyle changes are often the reason behind our decision to sell. Whether you are relocating, have a growing family or are downsizing, working out when to time your sale can be daunting – especially for first-time sellers.

Your decision to sell your property may not coincide with the perfect market conditions.