Perth’s inflation rate is now sitting at 4.9% — the highest in the country. Electricity prices have surged. Childcare is up 13%. Fruit and vegetables up around 12%. Lamb up 14%. Clothing up nearly 7%. Rents up 6%. On a headline level, that sounds concerning. But if you understand how … Read more
If you are researching a real estate agent in the City of Belmont WA, you have likely heard the term Perth Property Gridlock — the severe shortage of listings combined with sustained buyer demand that has defined the current market cycle. But an important question naturally follows: What would cause this situation to … Read more
If you are researching a real estate agent in the City of Belmont WA, understanding what is really happening in the Perth property market has never been more important. While recent price growth has attracted attention, the more significant story lies beneath the surface, an extreme shortage of available homes combined … Read more
Today’s 25-basis-point interest rate increase by the Reserve Bank of Australia will undoubtedly attract headlines and prompt questions about its impact on property markets. In most Australian cities, higher rates tend to cool demand by reducing borrowing capacity. However, Perth’s current market dynamics are materially different, and the effect of this … Read more
For most people, buying and selling property is one the biggest decisions in their lives. Renting and leasing out a property also ranks very highly. Statistically, a property owner who is considering selling will begin the process a least six weeks before making direct contact with an agent and … Read more
Perth is one of Australia’s most affordable capital cities to buy a property. If you are a seasoned investor or perhaps looking to join the club, keep reading as we go through some compelling reasons to purchase an investment property in Perth, WA. Prices are crashing across Australia, but Perth … Read more
If your investment property is performing well, it may be time to consider what you can claim and what you are entitled to claim. Investment properties that generate income could be eligible for thousands of dollars in depreciation deductions. As an investor, you don’t always need to spend money to … Read more
Most people with a mortgage would have received multiple emails over the past few months with consistent increases in interest rates. And this does not show any signs of slowing down; in fact, rates are rising at an unprecedented pace. Do we want to bring up inflation and the gap … Read more
If you are an investment property owner, keep reading for a brief overview of the Residential Tenancies Act 1987 (the Act) and the Residential Tenancies Regulations 1989 (the Regulations). As a landlord, it is important you are aware of your rights and responsibilities as property managers, it’s our job is … Read more
Imagine you are at home, and as you turn the light switch on, BAM, you are zapped. Although most minor shocks from light switches are harmless static shocks, you may experience a sizeable painful jolt. If this has happened, you may have a defective light switch. It’s important to avoid … Read more