Turning a negative location into a positive
Samantha Payne, licensee and director at LJ Hooker Subiaco in Perth, says vendors, with the help of their agent, can overcome a property’s negative aspects using a combination of tactics. Payne, the vice-president of the Australian chapter of the International Real Estate Federation, says development in an area should be promoted, not talked down, when marketing a property for sale. It&r...
Where to find cheaper rent in surrounding suburbs
Did you know that often suburbs right near popular areas can be quite a bit cheaper? By moving to a neighbouring suburb, renters can potentially save up to $490 a week, an analysis of realestate.com.au/invest data reveals. So if you’re looking for a better deal, you may not have to go far at all. Where’s the cheapest suburb to rent near you? How much cheaper?...