RBA Cuts Rates to 3.60% — What It Means for You
RBA Cuts Rates to 3.60% — What It Means for You The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered a 0.25% cut to the official cash rate, reducing it from 3.85% to 3.60%. For home buyers and mortgage holders, this offers some welcome relief. For self-funded retirees, however, the lower rate could mean reduced income from […]
Buyer Beware: Why You Should Never Buy Property Without a Proper Property Inspection
Buyer Beware: Why You Should Never Buy Property Without a Proper Property Inspection Over the past month, we’ve seen a noticeable rise in buyers—particularly those interstate—purchasing properties without conducting a proper property inspection. Why Buyers Are Skipping Inspections Whether it’s due to distance, time constraints, or convenience, many buyers are relying solely on photos, videos, […]
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards Coming to Victorian Rentals: What You Need to Know
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards Coming to Victorian Rentals: What You Need to Know Significant changes are on the way for rental properties in Victoria. From March 2027, rental providers will be required to upgrade homes to meet new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards — starting with hot water and heating, then expanding to include insulation, fixed […]
A Smart Property Purchase in Just 7 Days
From Sydney to Settlement: A Smart Property Purchase in Just 7 Days Referred by a respected, long-time colleague in Sydney’s property scene, this client came to Janet from Buyer Solutions with a clear goal: find the right Melbourne home — fast. They were relocating from Sydney with a firm timeline, hoping to avoid the hassle […]