The team at Noel Jones would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our valued friends, clients and associates a very happy festive season – from the fun, often busy lead-up, and joyful times with family and friends through to those lovely, long January days and into the year ahead. Whether celebrating or laying low, travelling or relaxing
Interest rates have a pronounced effect on the property market, with RBA rate cuts historically pushing house prices upwards. In fact, low interest rates have been a major driver of price growth over the past two decades. Melbourne house prices, according to Domain, strengthened significantly after mid-year rate cuts in 2016, while the RBA’s rate cuts from 4.5% to 1.5%
In light of recent changes to lending laws, interest rate reductions to historic lows, and the property market now evidently swinging upwards, now is an excellent time to step into the investment market, expand an existing portfolio, or take advantage of attractive market conditions and trade up. With timing crucial, and amidst a highly competitive lending environment, recent developments not
Over the coming year we will be moving into a new era with furniture shapes and styles. What is emerging is a lot more of curves and circles in furniture and homewares design. This is a purposeful move away from the straight lines that have dominated design for the good part of the decade. It is being hailed as a
If there’s one item that’s hot in home styling right now, it’s the humble plant. But many of us have had a rude awakening when we’ve realised caring for our new green house guests isn’t as simple as we imagined. Water it when you remember and you’re done, right? If only it were that simple. When it comes to other
One of the most common mistakes made by property investors when completing their annual tax return is confusing repairs, maintenance and improvements. It’s important to understand and distinguish each deduction in order to correctly lodge your claim and maximise your tax refund. According to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), repairs are considered work completed to fix damage or deterioration of
While spring makes an ideal time to sell property, between a positive shift in the market, price increases in many areas, increased buyer numbers and higher auction clearance rates, this spring looks to be very promising. Spring traditionally injects renewed vigour into the housing market. While warmer weather, blossoming gardens and a greater sense of optimism and enthusiasm increase buyer
Most of us certainly don’t live how we should present for sale and presenting to your buyers during your marketing campaign is an effective tool in assisting you to secure your buyer come auction day. In the main bedroom of any property you are effectively talking to the very people most likely to make a bid or put in an
When selling property, it’s essential to make a strong first impression, and with spring on our side, it’s easier than ever to put some spring zing into your property with some simple gardening tips. While the most attractive homes attract the most interest, you might also enjoy some spring sunshine too! Tidy Up – First things first. Remove any dead
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