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RELM Report December Quarter

HOT off the press and ready for viewing.  This quarter has been eagerly awaited given the burst of activity in the market towards the end of last year.  Whilst the volume of sales increased, that was not reflected in the prices actually achieved seeing the median sales prices stay or drop. There has been many changes made to our industry with new legislation taking effect on the 2nd of January.  In…

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Easy Loans - the way we see it

Well what an interesting world we live in...Aside from the various warring factions across the globe it seems our banks are at war with each other!With fixed rates for 5 years as low as 4.99% the competition is definitely heating up for your Home Loan !With the banks offering such long term historically cheap interest rates this scribe believes personally that rates are more likely to go down…

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An exclusive agent means exclusive service

Many people think that listing their property with many agents will get them more exposure. The logic is simple more agents equals more exposure, which in turn means a quicker sale. Listing with lots of agents sounds good in theory but in reality it seldom results in a quicker sale. Agents can afford to spend lots of time and their own money coordinating a marketing campaign with the chance that the…

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To use an agent or do it myself?

With the prices that are being achieved in our market it is no wonder owners are tempted to try and sell themselves in the desire not to pay any agent's commission. Outsider views tell them that selling property is easy, when in reality they find out there is more to it than they ever thought, like setting the asking price, advertising, taking enquiry, open inspections, following up with buyers,…

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Beware of the agent quoting a high price

Beware of the agent quoting a high price

When the time comes you are considering putting the most important asset of your life on the line, your property, you will want to ensure you pick the best person for the job. So what are some of the things you should consider? Feeling good about the agent is a good place to start. Surveys show that reputation and professionalism are two of the most important criteria that home sellers consider…

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