Why buy when you can invest?

Originally published on Linkedin. People looking for a place to live in major Australian cities might soon reach the point that renting while they hold investment properties is the superior alternative to buying a property to occupy. Renting has its share of challenges, but for those that wish...

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Speed is the new normal with home purchases. Here’s how to avoid critical mistakes that will land you a lemon.

Originally published on Linkedin. New research from ME Bank highlights a worrying trend. More people than ever are purchasing property without doing full due diligence on it, and it’s proving to be a risky strategy. More than half of purchasers are spending less than 60 minutes in a property...

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Tips For Buying Luxury Property: Be Informed, Negotiate Better

Originally published on Kizzis Luxury Properties. With the property market across Australia booming, and competition for those prime pieces of real estate tougher than ever, getting that dream home has never been more challenging. Despite the boom, however, it’s not necessarily money that’s the i...

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Is the liquidation of “dud” assets boosting the red-hot areas of Australia’s property markets?

Originally published on Linkedin. Two sets of data published over the last week have driven home just how hot parts of Australia’s property market are running right now. As reported on realestate.com.au, one in seven Australians are considering a property purchase within the next six months....

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How To Win 'Sealed Bids'

Now, more than ever, I’m being asked to compete in a sealed bids negotiation as directed by selling agents across the country. This is a popular way to sell homes fast when there are many buyers involved and to avoid agents dragging out a 4 week auction campaign. They can be hugely overwhelming fo...

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Savings.com.au: What are the benefits and drawbacks of buying at auction?

Hello Haus sat down with Savings.com.au to look at the pros and cons of buying at auction. Check out the full article below. 'You bid for an item on eBay because you might get a great deal, but rarely does this seem to be the case at a property auction in Australia, so why bother? My journalisti...

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Video: Hello Haus On 'The Business Of Property'

Scott from Hello Haus was recently a guest on The Business of Property Series with Cheryl Leong from Property Development Australia Facebook Group discussing how to "Negotiate Deals Like An Expert". Check out the video below.

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Don't Start What You Can't Finish

"CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE!" That’s all I can say to so many clients that reached out for my advice initially. The ones who chose to go it solo in negotiations and who then call me to say “I bought the house but I feel sick that I overpaid”. What else is there to say in that situation ?...

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How To Get More Accurate Price Guides From Agents

If you’re like most frustrated Australian property buyers right now, you are struggling to determine property values. Agent guide prices are either grossly misleading or non existent. How do you avoid chasing the wrong properties that don’t fit your budget? Due to the sheer volume of negotiations...

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Why Buying Early In An Auction Campaign Is Crucial

When it comes to Auctions - don’t be scared, be organised! I’ve personally started the hunt for my next purchase, number 28! This week I’ve missed out on two properties that were auction focused sellers, some deals just don’t stack up and all you can do is make your best offer and walk away if i...

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Domain: How to buy the home you’re renting from your landlord

Scott Aggett from Hello Haus was recently featured on a Domain.com.au article on how to buy a property you're renting from the landlord. 'For many renters, the time will eventually come to make the jump from tenant to home owner. But if you simply love the home you’re already in; it’s possibl...

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Video: Negotiation Techniques When Buying A Property

Scott Aggett from Hello Haus joined E8 Academy to discuss how to negotiate and win property deals.

Check out the video below.

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