When a Renovation Helps Rental Return
A rental renovation helps return when it improves durability, compliance, comfort or tenant appeal without relying on overcapitalised finishes.
Making a Conditional Offer in Victoria
A conditional offer in Victoria can help buyers manage finance, inspection and settlement risks, but the wording and timing need careful advice.
Victorian Property Market Wrap: November 2024 Auction Results and Buyer Sentiment
November 2024 kept Victoria’s auction market busy before Christmas, but published PropTrack commentary still pointed to a buyer-favouring Melbourne market.
How Long Should a Victorian Sales Campaign Run?
The right Victorian sales campaign length depends on property type, buyer pool, preparation, method of sale and the risk of losing momentum.
Borrowing Capacity and the Home Search Budget
A spring home search works better when borrowing capacity, purchase costs and a repayment buffer shape the shortlist before inspections begin.
Victorian Property Market Wrap: October 2024 Auction Results and Buyer Sentiment
October 2024 showed Melbourne’s spring auction market active but selective, with Domain’s safely available late-month result showing a 59 percent clearance rate.
Preparing a Rental Property for New Renters
Preparing a rental for new renters in spring 2024 means balancing presentation, repairs, records and realistic rent expectations before the handover.
What Happens Between Contract Signing and Settlement
The period between contract signing and settlement is where finance, conveyancing, adjustments, final inspection and moving logistics all need to line up.
Budgeting for Holding Costs on an Investment Property
Investment property budgeting should include the quiet recurring costs that sit behind the rent: rates, insurance, maintenance, vacancy and compliance.
Victorian Property Market Wrap: September 2024 Auction Results and Buyer Sentiment
September 2024 brought more spring auction activity, with the latest safely available Domain result showing 1,129 scheduled Melbourne auctions and a 60 percent clearance rate.