Author: teametchells

The impact of COVID-19 on residential property values so far has been subdued compared to equities.

One reason is the lag effect of economic events on property because it’s an asset class that isn’t quickly and easily tradeable, like shares and most importantly, it provides a roof over our heads. 

When it comes to selling your home there are so many things to consider and styling your property should sit high on your list. It only takes one inspection for a potential buyer to eliminate your property from their short-list. Despite your furniture serving you well whilst you have used it, you can add more value to your home by including furnishings that will make it more appealing to a wider buyer audience.

What does it mean to define your non-negotiables? Well, what do you absolutely need in your new home, is it the driving reason for your move? Further to this, what is a luxury or inclusion that you can probably live without? Defining your non-negotiables will help you to purchase a property that will meet your needs and will help negate any feelings of buyer’s regret.

Are you aware that your bank is probably charging you a higher interest rate than new customers? 

The Federal Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg calls this the ‘loyalty tax’ and if you haven’t looked at your home loan lately, the odds are you’re paying it. 

It’s been a year of surprises that began with a returned Liberal Coalition Federal Government and falling interest rates, which injected new confidence into the market and a pivot back to growth.

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