National clearance rate soars past the 80 per cent
Ray White had 352 auctions scheduled today, reporting a 80.3 per cent preliminary clearance rate. This is the highest clearance rate recorded for an auction Saturday this year.
Ray White had 352 auctions scheduled today, reporting a 80.3 per cent preliminary clearance rate. This is the highest clearance rate recorded for an auction Saturday this year.
Ray White raised more than $75,000 (and counting) for Vinnies during the CEO Sleepout in June to help fight against homelessness in Australia.
For the first time ever this historic 1800s uniting church in the heart of Myponga in South Australia has hit the market.
Young gun Sydney prestige agent Adam Reichman is on a mission.
Ray White’s 18th call-a-thon saw the group book 12,780 appraisals across Australasia during the latest action packed appraisal drive, 100 per cent powered by NurtureCloud, our cutting edge prop tech platform.
Alain L'Homme - Ray White Maroochydore, QLD
With the scaffolding now down and the striking facade of Billyard Ave officially revealed, anticipation continues to build around one of Sydney’s most significant ultra-luxury developments.
Elliott Placks, principal of the powerhouse Sydney real estate office Ray White Double Bay, today confirmed that two homes have just exchanged for more than $110 million combined, representing two of the highest sales in the country this year.
For the first time in six decades, Queensland’s prominent Poole family has made the decision to sell their iconic property, just 20 minutes from Stanthorpe.
When Melbourne double transplant recipient Kate Hansen holds her baby boy in her arms, she knows just how lucky they both are to be alive.
Emergency preparedness should be an important concern for both home owners and renters alike. Get Ready Queensland encourages all Queenslanders to follow their three-step plan to be prepared: make a plan, pack supplies and check your insurance. For more support resources and assistance, visit the Get Ready Queensland website. Remember, it’s not … Read more
Fixer-uppers are homes that require renovations or repairs. The extent of necessary work varies by property, but it can generally be expected that a fixer-upper will need at the very least some cosmetic work. In more serious cases, structural repairs may be necessary. Why do people buy fixer-uppers? The lower … Read more
Alternatives to mortgages for home renovation If a mortgage isn’t the best option, you have alternatives. Keep in mind that these may be easier and faster to obtain the funds you are seeking, but come with a higher interest rate and shorter term payoff requirements. Lines of credit You can … Read more
Are you planning a home renovation? There are several mortgage types you can take advantage of to fund the costs of renovations, so consider this option before you drain your savings and get stuck with a half-finished kitchen remodel. Mortgage increases or refinancing If you have a straightforward renovation planned … Read more
The First Home Buyers Grant was introduced in 2000 as a government scheme. It is intended for people buying a home for the first time, to help offset the Good and Services Tax (GST) that is paid when purchasing a house. The grant provides a lump-sum payment between $7,000 and … Read more
Does your mortgage include mortgage insurance? You could lower the size of your deposit or remove the need for additional guarantees by purchasing this type of insurance policy to increase your lender’s ability to secure their risk. Doing so can be an important bargaining chip if you are applying for … Read more
The bathrooms Perfect number of bedrooms, but too few (or too cramped) bathrooms? No problem. Expand and refurbish tiny water closets – or consider adding a master bath to the main bedroom and letting your teenager take over the shared hall bath. When it comes to luxury, switching out a … Read more
Are you having a hard time finding the house of your dreams? You might be overlooking one important detail: There’s no reason to necessarily keep the house you end up buying as is. In fact, the odds of checking every single item of your “want” list in a single house … Read more
Are developers and builders still in business? Since building defects seem to becoming the rule rather than the exception, it’s important to know what methods of redress are available should you buy a unit with problems that appear later. Due diligence in this area is vital. Those living in structures … Read more
With prices climbing for single-family homes, more and more Australians are opting for flat living. Over the past few decades, apartment dwellers have increased to encompass 10% of the population, with an estimated occupied flat for every five houses. Nearly half the residential property listings in Sydney and Perth are … Read more