The three-bedroom house at 8 Strickland Ave, Highton, sold for $751,000 at auction. A three-bedroom “old Highton house has uncovered strong underlying demand for affordable homes in the suburb despite selling $111,000 above the reserve price. The 589sq m property at 8 Strickland Ave, Highton, was the subject of a 10-way tussle when it went to […]
Shipping container-style homes, architectural marvels and an abandoned, graffiti-lined church — Daylesford has a lot more to offer on the home front than The Block. Forget The Block, you could buy incredible properties from a helix-inspired country estate to cantilevered shipping-container-style homes or an abandoned church in Daylesford right now. The ritzy regional suburb’s property […]
Housing industry leaders have urged the Opposition to reconsider its objection to policy reforms, arguing it would block an estimated 80,000 new homes from being built. Shadow Minister for Housing Andrew Bragg announced on July 29 that the Coalition will table a motion to disallow changes to the Labor Government’s build-to-rent scheme. The proposed changes […]
Cash rate decisions should be predictable and in line with market expectations, the Reserve Bank of Australia’s deputy governor has said. Speaking in Sydney on Thursday, Andrew Hauser said the bank’s shock rate hold decision earlier this month should be viewed as an unusual occurrence. The surprise, which stumped economists and markets, was largely spurred by geopolitical […]
The next phase of a landmark precinct is offering buyers uninterrupted views and a rare opportunity for a premium South Melbourne residence. R.Evolution is the second and final stage of R.Corporation’s already-thriving R.Iconic precinct, completed in June 2023. “The first tower was hugely successful—all apartments are now sold and there’s an active and engaged community […]
Western Australia’s oldest inland town, York is home to more heritage buildings than any other WA township and one of its oldest mansions, the mid-1840s built Faversham House, has been listed for sale. Classified by the National Trust, Faversham House, located at 24 Grey Street, York on a sprawling 1.72ha, was constructed from 1850 to […]
Angle Vale, a charming and fast-growing semi-rural suburb just 30 minutes north of Adelaide, is capturing attention in South Australia’s property landscape for all the right reasons. With more buyers seeking the space, community, and lifestyle benefits of suburban living, demand is rising for locations like Hillsview Green, Angle Vale, that blend modern convenience with […]
When selling a home, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right listing agreement with your real estate agent. The exclusive right to sell is the most common and widely used agreement, and for good reason. In this Redfin Real Estate article, we’ll explain what an exclusive right to sell agreement […]
Selling a home is already a major undertaking, but when there’s a lien on the property, the process can get more complicated. A lien is essentially a legal claim against your property due to unpaid debts, taxes, or judgments. If you’re asking, “Can you sell a house with a lien on it?” the short answer […]
Key takeaways:
First-time homebuyer: Anyone who hasn’t owned a primary residence in the past three years
Common first-time homebuyer qualifications: Credit score, debt-to-income ratio, down payment, income limits, employment history, purchase limits, homebuyer education
Buying your first home? It’s an exciting time, but before you start dreaming about moving […]