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Why Pick Bundaberg?

18/08/2023

Uncategorised

Hello there! Considering a change? Clearly we think Bundaberg is a great spot but is it for you? We’d have to get to know what you’re looking for to help you make that decision but Bundy really is a great place. It’s more than just a location; it’s a way of life. Here are the […]

Sold & Settled by Christmas

09/10/2019

Renovating & Presentation Selling Your Home

Have you noticed the Christmas merch in the shops?  It still comes as a surprise when you hear how many sleeps ‘til Christmas though, doesn’t it? If you want to move and settle before Christmas – is it too late?  Don’t panic.  Spring is here, but the good news is, you haven’t missed the boat! […]

Increase Rental Income & Deductions

04/09/2019

Property Investment & Management

(Source: BMT Quantity Surveyors) Australia’s renovations industry appears to be profiting from weaker economic conditions and tighter lending standards, with alterations and additions to residential buildings hitting a historic high recently.   Australian Bureau of Statistics December Building Activity data showed a 6.6 percent increase in alterations and additions in 2018, with renovation spending reaching […]

What Buyers Should Remember During an Open Home

31/07/2019

Buying a Home

Would you spend just 20 minutes inspecting a property that is going to be your home for many years?  Some buyers do – and they live to regret it.  Don’t remember the things you should have looked for after you have left.  You should have a building inspection done during the contract stage of your […]

Do You Need That Home?

19/06/2019

Buying a Home

1 min read This may seem like a strange question coming from a real estate agency, but do you need that house or unit you covet so much? We all go through phases in our lives when certain aspects of a home meet our personal requirements.  These needs are undeniable (like starting out on your […]

Moving with Children

23/05/2019

Buying a Home

By the time you are a parent you will almost certainly have lived in several homes.  However, children might have only ever known one home and moving from it can be a significant upheaval.  This can be compounded if you are leaving for a new life elsewhere, particularly if that is interstate. Here are some […]

How Much is a View Worth?

18/04/2019

Selling Your Home

Reposted from Matusik Property Insights   April 16, 2019 2 minute read One of the things we do at www.projectadvice.com.au is to review a new project’s asking prices and often suggest that they should be changed. There is some science behind what we do and often there isn’t enough ‘light and shade’ between individual prices, resulting in some product […]

3 Mistakes Sellers Make (That Costs Them Thousands)

01/04/2019

Selling Your Home

Selling a home is complicated. Getting top dollar is a mixture of price, presentation, and promotion. Some homes sell in less than a week. Others might sit on the market for months and months. It totally depends on the pricing strategy, how well the property presents and the marketing plan. It’s easy for sellers to […]

How to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time

15/03/2019

Consumer Advice

OK, your life situation has evolved and you have to sell your home. And you have to buy a new home. You might remember the time you first bought your place and might be worried about putting yourself through the stressful experience yet again. But wait! We’re here to lend a helping hand. If you’ve […]

RealWay Bundaberg Wins Rate My Agent 2019

01/03/2019

RealWay Community

The team at RealWay Bundaberg and, in particular Principal Brent Illingworth, has been recognised at this year’s increasingly important Rate my Agent Awards. These are awarded in early 2019, but they relate to the 2018 calendar year. Rate my Agent awards are not just about the volume of property an agent or an office sells. […]

How to Renovate on a Shoestring Budget

21/02/2019

Renovating & Presentation

Making a good impression so that your home stands out in the crowd doesn’t have to cost the earth. There are numerous budget-friendly ways that you can use to make your property more appealing to potential buyers. This will increase your chances of selling for the highest possible price. You can make a big impact […]

Realestate.com.au New Ratings & Reviews

20/02/2019

Consumer Advice

Over the past few years, a few websites have launched which offer consumers real estate agent ratings and reviews. Examples of these are openagent.com.au and ratemyagent.com.au . They offer potential sellers a chance to review the success (or otherwise) of an agent before engaging them. Likewise, after the sale sellers and buyers can rate the […]

Inside Your Agent's Mind: Strike a Partnership

18/02/2019

Selling Your Home

If you’re thinking of moving home this year then it’s very likely that you’ll seek the services of a real estate agent.  Real estate agents currently sit alongside bankers as one of the most vilified professions around. However, the majority of sellers will still use them when trying to sell their home. I thought, then, […]

Increase Your Rent Return with RealWay

18/02/2019

Property Investment & Management

How to Increase Capital Cash Income and Maximise Your Rent Value Return Ever wondered why some properties sizzle, and others fizzle? There are a number of factors which influence the potential rent a property can command. Here are some top tips to maximise your rental value. If your property is not near a public transport […]