Blog Articles
Check back often as I share my thoughts on the Brisbane property market.
Three things you should look for before you even enter the front door!
I see it all the time – a perfectly-styled home, candles scenting the air, strategically closed blinds and back doors firmly shut to drown out the traffic noise. We are all becoming more accustomed to these well-known open home tactics inside the home. But there are...
How to be successful when bidding at auction
My top three auction strategy tips... As a buyer’s agent I attend auctions most weekends and it’s fascinating the insight I gain from them. At auctions, the emotions are high, the agents are frantic and the buyers are nervous. The only seemingly calm influence is the...
What price does a good school catchment really add to your home?
Brisbane families with school-age children are often willing to pay a premium to live in the catchment of a well-regarded State school. As a buyer’s agent and a mother myself, this is understandably one of the top priorities when searching for a family home. While we...
Are You Commuting Past More Affordable Suburbs?
If you commute by train each day and are looking to buy property, check this out as you might find a shorter commute saves you money too. I've compiled and posted below a map showing current (Sept 2018) median house prices vs travel times to Central Station....
7 Things to Know About Brisbane Before You Move
When it comes to moving to a new city, knowing where to start to find a new home can be an overwhelming task. Quite often your initial information will be limited to some Google searches, property rental sites and Facebook Groups of people in a similar situation....
Moving to Brisbane with Children
Moving to Brisbane with Children: What Do You Need to Know? When moving with children it’s normal to focus on their needs and how they will adjust to a new environment. Luckily Brisbane is a very family friendly city to live in, especially if you find the right suburb...
Off-Market Homes – Why Do They Exist?
I am seeing more and more off-market opportunities arise here in the inner city suburbs of Brisbane. People often ask about off-market properties - why they exist and how do I find out about them? Why would someone sell off-market? Divorce – For privacy reasons,...