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Stamp duty or land transfer duty – as it’s sometimes called in Victoria – can be an unpleasant surprise for those embarking on the home owner journey. Stamp duty in Victoria is a large source of...

Many facets work together to add overall value to a suburb, including public transport, amenities and popular attractions. One often overlooked element that can add considerable value to your property...

Buying a house, whether you’re a first time home buyer or not, is an exciting time. Nevertheless, it’s something that you need to be fully prepared for. These seven tips will help give you the edg...

On 4 February 2019, the final report of the banking royal commission was delivered. Commissioner, Kenneth M. Hayne, made recommendations that relate specifically to the home loan mortgage industry. Im...

With the 2019 federal election on the horizon, changes to the negative gearing policy have become a frequent topic of discussion. Introduced in the 1980s by the Hawke government to encourage Australia...

If you believe the 88-year-old investor Warren Buffet, the time to invest or enter the property market is when others are fearful. Warren Buffett is the chairman & CEO of Berkshire Hathaway one of...

It’s a sensitive time in the property market at the moment, and as a result we’re seeing a higher rate of properties pass in at auction. If you’re bidding on a property at auction, a pass in may...

1 – Unrealistic vendors, looking for a price that is not in line with current market conditions. In a declining market, comparable sales are no longer relevant. The number one reason a property ...

If you’ve visited Melbourne in the past few months, or you’re a local resident, you will have noticed the massive infrastructure works currently underway as part of the $11 billion Metro Rail Proj...

If you’ve only recently tuned in to this year’s season of The Block, you may be surprised to learn what St Kilda’s Gatwick Hotel was like before the teams worked their magic. Forget sparkling ba...