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Finding the perfect investment property

Finding the perfect investment property

When purchasing a rental property the potential for capital gain is always front of mind. Capital gains however are not normally realised until many, many years after the purchase date. … more »

Property damage insurance claims surge

Property damage insurance claims surge

The frequency of property damage claims – both malicious and accidental – has surged by as much as 46 per cent in the past 12 months, according to a landlord … more »

How to recycle your house

How to recycle your house

Probably easier than you think. It just takes a little thought in advance, and the patience to set things aside.

With summer holidays looming and figures from the Australian Bureau of … more »

October 31 tax return deadline for property investors

October 31 tax return deadline for property investors

Property investors who manage their own tax affairs have less than a week to submit their tax returns and accompanying property depreciation schedules.

The ATO deadline for taxpayers who file their … more »

Heart for the Homeless

Heart for the Homeless

For some time now, John Pye Real Estate has been proudly supporting Heart for the Homeless.

Founding Director, Leighton Walters, writes “Heart for the Homeless builds the bridge between the real … more »

Sydney firmly on top of the market stability ladder

Sydney firmly on top of the market stability ladder

Recent indications are that buyer activity in the Sydney housing market has improved marginally following a subdued winter. The Bureau of Statistics reports that monthly housing loan numbers are rising … more »

Consumer Confidence and the Housing Market Activity

Consumer Confidence and the Housing Market Activity

The relationship between consumer confidence and housing market activity is a topic that we often comment on in relation to the housing market. The importance of a positive consumer … more »

Spring Property Market

Spring Property Market

Spring is traditionally a busy time in the property market. Approximately 1 out of every 3 vendors believes Spring is the best time of the year to sell a property. … more »

Buying or Renting a Home with a Pool or Spa?

Buying or Renting a Home with a Pool or Spa?

If you are renting or buying a property with a pool or spa, it is important that you check the pool fencing. This is particularly important if you have young … more »

NSW to limit first-home stamp duty concessions

NSW to limit first-home stamp duty concessions

The NSW government will limit full stamp duty concessions to those buying new homes from 1 January 2012.

First-home buyers currently pay no stamp duty on all properties under $500,000 … more »

The hottest question in property: Apartment or House?

The hottest question in property: Apartment or House?

In this article Property Professor Peter Koulizos compares apartments and houses as possible investment options, so far as capital growth is concerned. He explains that they differ in performance for … more »

The right amount of cover

The right amount of cover

It is vital that landlords understand the level of cover offered to them by insurances such as landlord and strata as well as standard building and contents policies.

When it comes … more »

Berowra Woodchop

The Berowra Woodchop was a day for the whole community in the surrounding suburbs of Berowra to enjoy and take part in. The atmosphere at the event was full of … more »

Tips to secure yourself a rental property

Tips to secure yourself a rental property

Here are some helpful tips to consider when applying for a rental property:

1. Turn up to the inspection on time so that you won’t have to rush though the property.

2. … more »

Fixed Term vs Periodic Tenancies

Fixed Term vs Periodic Tenancies

In the past it has been a common practice for New South Wales Real Estate Agencies to commence a new Tenancy with a Fixed Term Tenancy Agreement and at the … more »

The Million Dollar Home Club

The Million Dollar Home Club

From the latest results of RP Data’s Property Pulse, 2011 is likely to be remembered as the year of the million dollar property.

Despite below average sales volumes during 2010, the … more »

Floor Plans – An Essential Tool for your Marketing Campaign

Floor Plans – An Essential Tool for your Marketing Campaign

When I look at a property, one of the first things I look for is whether there is a floor plan. I am a visual person and like to be … more »

At 31, first-home buyers are getting older

At 31, first-home buyers are getting older

Australia’s first-home buyers are now six years older than four decades ago, with new research showing average borrowers wait until their 30s before taking on large amounts of debt.

Underscoring the … more »

Photo Finish!

Photo Finish!

With so many people now turning to the internet to do their house hunting, professional property photography has become the standard in property marketing. Buyers expect to see visual content … more »

Landlords should take care not to get caught out by the taxman

Landlords should take care not to get caught out by the taxman

The end of another financial year is almost upon us and that means its tax time again! We all know that this time of year means we need to go … more »