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Interest rates have gone up. So what can you do?
Following the announcement that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lifted interest rates for the fourth time this year, many Australians are grappling with the…
Rateseeker Round-up: May Property News
As winter officially kicks off in the Southern Hemisphere, the Australian property market is mirroring cooling temperatures with cooling buyer sentiment. The recent RBA interest rate…
How to negotiate like a pro
Have you found your dream home? Kelly Inn, assistant buyer’s agent at Highspec Properties, shares her tips on how to negotiate your purchase like a pro. …
Home insurance: why you need it and how to pick the right provider
The recent flooding in Queensland and NSW has shown just how unpredictable life can be. If the events of the past few years have taught us…
RBA increases cash rate for the first time since 2010
After much speculation, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has officially announced it has increased the cash rate 25 basis points from 0.1 per cent to…
How to value a property (and 4 mistakes to avoid)
It’s important to obtain an accurate property valuation when you’re buying or selling a home. If your valuation is off the mark, you may end up…
Rateseeker Round-up: April Property News
It’s been a busy month to say the least. The election campaigns are in full swing, inflation is continuing its meteoric surge, and Aussies are bracing…
7 Reasons to Work with a Buyer’s Agent
Whether you’re a first home buyer, downsizing, or an investor looking to build your portfolio, a buyer’s agent can help you secure the ideal property for…
The state of first home ownership in 2022
If you, or someone you know, is saving for a first home, then you’ll know just how challenging it can be. Housing affordability is on the…
Rateseeker Round-Up: March Property News
The first quarter of the year has been a busy one, as borders open up and the Federal Election looms. Q1 2022 has seen property investor…
Where are the most affordable places to live in Australia?
Housing affordability has been on the decline in Australia for decades, thanks to the combination of a booming economy, growing population, and low interest rates. Australia’s…
Considering buying in a regional area? Here are 5 things you need to keep in mind
Over the past three years, there’s been a rapid shift from employees working predominantly in the office to working from home. According to the latest data…
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