Timing is everything – as they say – and for those selling, or about to sell their houses, this year the COVID-19 pandemic raised a unique set of challenges. Should you keep it on the market, or take a break and wait until later in the year? If you c ...more
As always, there are several factors behind the slow down. Number one; prices have been rising more per month that incomes are rising in a year. Secondly, although mortgage interest rates remain low, much of the COVID related fiscal support has now e ...more
If you’re thinking of selling your home, then you may already have an agent or be familiar enough with those in your local area to choose one. However, that may not always be the case – too much time may have passed since you last interacted with age ...more
The end of each financial year serves as a good reminder for ensuring an investment property portfolio and strategy is performing to full potential. ...more
Rent values continue to see strong growth, though gross rental yields are compressing, according to CoreLogic. ...more
Your home has never looked so good – the windows are washed, hedges are trimmed, and you have got the interior looking like it just jumped out of the pages of a magazine. But how do you let the world know your beloved piece of paradise could be their ...more
Dads are typically the most difficult family member to buy a gift for. They either have everything their hearts desire or are quite content with their lot. Let’s be honest, novelty socks, humorous ties and state of the art golf balls have done their ...more
First National Real Estate Westwood has announced practical temporary measures in response to Australian Government Department of Health recommendations related to Coronavirus (COVID-19). ...more
Our clients are more and more online based and as such a new negotiating tool has been implemented by First National Westwood in the form of an online Auction system called Openn Negotiation. ...more
The state of the real estate market is often a hot topic around the dinner table or barbecue. Is it a strong market? Is it quiet? How can you tell when there’s a change around the corner? It’s the source of much speculation, but when you consider tha ...more
The buzz for first home buyers come January 1 is that thanks to the first-home Loan Deposit Scheme they might just get onto the property ladder sooner – and with a bite-sized deposit. ...more
Most of us care about presenting our home in the best possible light, but things like shabby paint and overgrown gardens won’t just put guests off – they could disappoint potential buyers too. ...more
