Category Archive: Buying property
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Danger of Foam Homes
Are you aware of the danger of foam homes? Apparently fake bricks being used by builders to build home are putting people at risk I found this interesting as I… Read more
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Federal and state taxes that apply to foreign purchases
There are a range of federal and state taxes that apply to foreign purchases of residential real estate. These taxes include the following: Application fees for foreign buyers of residential … Read more
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End of Financial Year Property Planning
If you are doing your end of financial year property planning, I would like to share my best tips for the year ahead. What’s your property plan for the… Read more
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Downsizing – How to do it well!
We were recently approached by a real estate publication for commentary on older Victorians downsizing from their larger family homes. Here are some top questions we answered: What Melbourne … Read more
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Buyer Beware! Is there a big development coming next door?
During our pre-purchase due diligence last week for a property in Kew, we found a major surprise. A surprise so big that it caused us not to bid. A major… Read more
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Property Update at North Melbourne Football Club
This week we were invited to be part of a panel discussion at the North Melbourne Football Club to examine how real estate plays a part in overall financial fitness.… Read more