Buyer activity didn’t drop with the temperature today as May starts to close out with a bang. With the federal election and rate rise announcement now old news, many agents reported stronger buyer sentiment today. Leading auction group Ray White …
Buying property for the first time can be difficult to navigate and investing for the first time is a whole other beast. According to realestate.com.au‘s Property Seeker 2020 report, investors are now starting younger and most don’t have the high incomes or vast property profiles we’ve come to associate with typical … Read more
If you’re an existing home owner looking to buy a new home, here’s some tips to help you avoid unexpected challenges that may arise. We asked realestate.com.au readers to tell us what hurdles they encountered when buying a second (or third, or fourth… you get the picture) home. We then … Read more
The diversification of Brisbane’s Indian food scene continues with the opening of Old Monk Modern Indian. Perched on the cusp of Paddington and Rosalie, Old Monk looks to redefine Indian cooking by amalgamating traditional tastes with inventive quirks. We’re talking vegan butter chicken, gold-leaf-topped gulab jamun and traces of sizzling … Read more
Flying cars, driverless cars and the rise of electric vehicles – what does this mean for property? Nerida Conisbee, Ray White chief economist While I can’t quite imagine arriving at work in a flying car in my lifetime, it may …
All data coming out about the construction industry shows ongoing challenges. Construction costs are up nine per cent, the highest rate recorded excluding the year the GST was introduced. Construction industry insolvencies are up 30 per cent over a 12 …
Open Day at The Shed Sunday August 7, 2022 The first Ray White office still stands proudly, in an historical village in Crows Nest, Queensland. It’s simply a tin shed, and it hasn’t changed since Ray opened his business inside …
THE federal election is over and the country can finally take a breath as life goes on in the property market. If you only started paying attention to the property market last year then you might think the current softening …
All data coming out about the construction industry shows ongoing challenges. Construction costs are up nine per cent, the highest rate recorded excluding the year the GST was introduced. Construction industry insolvencies are up 30 per cent over a 12 …
The property adage goes that “first impressions matter” but when it comes to holding an open home, the mantra is “every impression matters.” That’s because how a property is presented for an open home can be the difference between astounding or alarming a prospective buyer. Nelson Alexander Ivanhoe partner and … Read more
You’ve bought an investment property, so now you can sit back and watch those returns roll in, right? It’s not quite as easy as that. Up to 80% of property investors don’t take full advantage of tax depreciation. Ignore the details of what you can claim, and you could leave … Read more
From its character-filled Queenslanders to its bevy of incredible bars, cafes and restaurants, there’s a lot to love about Paddington. While most locals living in Brisbane’s inner west will likely already be familiar with the storied suburb’s magic, those that haven’t savoured the neighbourhood’s bounty in a while will have the perfect … Read more
We’ve been around as a company for 120 years. Never in that time has anyone or anything been able to accurately predict the future behaviour of buyers. And thank goodness for that… it has kept us all in a job! …
Autumn may be the ideal time to move. Not too hot, not too cold — it’s just right! Having said that, there are some unique conditions to consider. Make your upcoming move a breeze by reading through some top tips for an autumnal move. Check the weather Moving on a … Read more
Saving enough money for a home deposit is the Holy Grail for first-home buyers. But, in today’s market, how much do you really need? Do you need a 20% deposit? Or will lenders let you in the door with considerably less? Here’s what you need to know. How much deposit … Read more
Is there any sight better than a full social calendar? With lockdowns a distant memory, Brisbane’s event scene is positively packed with a smorgasbord of fabulous festivals, city-wide art activations and road-trip-worthy experiences. To make things extra convenient for you, we’ve put together a handy list of the coolest events … Read more
Congratulations, you’ve bought a new home! Enjoy the ride, but remember these golden tips to avoid an overwhelming situation. Start off on the right foot in your new home by understanding a few tricks of the trade, so to speak. From creating a foolproof bill paying system to getting to know … Read more
This year will be a much better one for first home buyers The start of the pandemic was a popular time for first home buyers to get into the market. Between January 2020 and January 2021, the number of first …
This week, Ray White chief economist, Nerida Conisbee takes a look at the latest inflation data and outline what it will mean to property this cycle. Inflation hits 5.1 per cent – what does it mean for property? No doubt …
Over the past few months, it’s been fascinating to witness the shift in media reporting on the state of the Australian property market. It has quickly become foreboding. True, it’s not as foreboding as it was this time two years …