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48-50 Greville Street, Prahran VIC 3181 | Domain 5 bedroom house for Sale at 48-50 Greville Street, Prahran VIC 3181. View property photos, floor plans, local school catchments & lots more on Domain.com.au. 2019439750

A new buying client engaged our services on July 24 with the desire to purchase a suitable property according to their brief and budget before they went overseas on August 26.
They had quite a few suburbs on their brief which adds more time and effort. After a couple of weeks searching and inspections they felt comfortable to narrow the list down to Ivanhoe and the immediate surrounds.
We found this street frontage townhouse in a small block next to parklands and a walking trail without the involvement of an active owners corporation.
The building inspection came back with some minor maintenance issues but nothing that's of concern enough to be a deal breaker.
We made a pre auction offer and negotiated a successful outcome.
Contracts were signed on August 19 and our client is now away enjoying their holiday and will be ready to settle and move on their return.
One of the benefits of engaging a buyers advocate is we can often get done in a month or so what normally takes most buyers 3-12 plus months to achieve.

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One of our rental providers came to us requiring advice about selling their first home which became an investment property when they moved. They engaged our services as vendors advocates to help with the agent selection process and manage the sale. They had purchased property twice but had no experience with selling. After completing our diligence we engaged Calvin Reid from Jellis Craig Bayside to run the campaign. We engaged our painters to freshen up the property before it was styled. We consulted with the agent about where we should launch the price range and judging by the result we hit the mark. Buyers were engaged from start to finish and on the day we have five bidders competing for the home. The appraisals for the property were all around $1.2. Recent sales since the campaign commenced indicated $1.25 would be a great result. The final result was $1,275,000 and purchased by a lovely young couple as their first home which thrilled our owners as it reminded them of themselves.
If you're looking at selling real estate but don't feel comfortable making all the important decisions and managing the process yourself, we can help you. Our independent advice comes at no extra cost on top of the agents fee.

6b Rudyard Street, Bentleigh East, Vic 3165 More than you might expect, this beautiful three bedroom two bathroom street front home is so well designed on a single level. Period inspired with its captivating façade, this heartwarming home enjoys a leadlight entry breathing light into the broad hallway, a north facing main bedroom with window...

We purchased this townhouse for an investor for $691,000 in 2018. Being in a great location and with OC fees of $1000 per annum we thought this would prove to be a worthwhile investment. It ticked a lot of other boxes on our checklist. Recent sales in the block of identical property sit at $820k. We had it open for inspection for lease on the weekend with over a dozen inspections, we received 6 applications. We were asking $650 per week and leased it today for $700 per week proving it to be a high demand property and a successful property investment.

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Our latest game in the office is to pick a suburb and try and guess how many 1 and 2 bedroom apartments are for sale. Today we chose South Yarra as we knew it would be big! I guessed 300 and John our handy man guessed 150. Turns out it's 238. It's a great time to buy an apartment but are they going to be worth it as a long term investment? Be careful if you're venturing in to this territory.

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I’m not sure I’d want to live in a church but what a great project for $231,000.

76 Bailey Street, Amphitheatre, Vic 3468

76 Bailey Street, Amphitheatre, Vic 3468 Oh Lordy be! I have found what your next property could be. Built around 1906, this is Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in Amphitheatre, just a short distance from Avoca in the beautiful Pyrenees Ranges of Victoria. The land is over 1 acre with a 4050 m² corner block, township zone, with power and m...

We recently secured this pretty little Californian Bungalow in Preston for some buyers from the country. We had a few misses along the way. One I loved but the clients didn't and another where the clients were not use to the pace of the Melbourne markets and were a bit slow to act but we got there in the end with this little beauty. Good property in this area is growing y the week.

1 Roseberry Avenue, Preston, Vic 3072 Discover the charm of this fully renovated Californian Bungalow, perfectly situated in central Preston on a 381 sqm (approx.) block. This stunning home features three spacious bedrooms, with an option for a fourth, 3 with floor-to-ceiling built-in robes, and is bathed in natural light throughout.

Who would've thought five years ago we'd be seeing houses selling in Coburg North for over $3million. It's pretty nice! Northcote has been seeing nicely renovated period style and new homes selling for over $4million so it's has to have some ripple effect in to the neighbouring suburbs. I'll keep an eye on the result.

3 Nola Street, Coburg North VIC 3058 | Domain 5 bedroom house for Sale at 3 Nola Street, Coburg North VIC 3058. View property photos, floor plans, local school catchments & lots more on Domain.com.au. 2019352237

Great townhouse for lease in Richmond with lock up garage.

90 Hunter Street, Richmond, Vic 3121 Discover a lifestyle of absolute convenience in Richmonds vibrant heart. Quietly located yet moments to amenities, this impressive town residence enjoys designer looks and light-filled living over two spacious levels. The open-plan living and dining area features a sleek kitchen with Caesar stone be...

Conveniently located three bed two bath townhouse with parking and private courtyard available for lease in South Yarra.

3E Cromwell Road, South Yarra, Vic 3141 Located on Cromwell Road is this spacious and private townhouse. Downstairs offers a spacious open plan living and dining area, a modern kitchen with ample cupboard space which all flows and opens out into the private courtyard. Also downstairs is a European style laundry and separate powder room. U...

From the conversations we've had recently many first home buyers are still unaware of the grants, exemptions and concessions currently available to them from the Victorian SRO. A purchase under $600,000 has stamp duty exemptions and from $600-$750k there are concessions which are still very rewarding all the way up until about $700,000. The higher you go the less the saving. It's still really important to be diligent and choose your property wisely in this price point. Click the link below for all the details.

First home buyer duty exemption, concession or reduction | State Revenue Office When you buy your first home on or after 1 July 2017, you may be eligible for an exemption or concession from duty. If you entered into a contract to buy your first home before 1 July 2017, you may be eligible for the first home buyer duty reduction. This duty assistance is available to eligible fir...

For Lease. It doesn't get better than this one bedroom apartment and you have the opportunity to live here. City views, CBD parklands and transport.

7/98 Vale Street, East Melbourne, Vic 3002 Live the ultimate city edge lifestyle in this stylishly renovated spacious one bedroom apartment directly across the road from and offering views of the MCG and parklands.Boasting superb city views, easy access to the CBD, transport and parklands you will be spoilt for choice deciding what to d...

Just to give you an idea of what's going on in the market currently. In Hawthorn alone there are 164 properties on the market. 114 of those properties are one and two bedroom apartments. A lot of these properties will take some time to sell and may not achieve much capital growth in the foreseeable future as supply is currently strong for properties like this. It's a good time to buy them yes. Are they going to be a worthy investment? Time will tell but it's unlikely.

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We recently helped a property buyer to purchase this great apartment as a first home and something they could share with a house mate.
The brief was 2 beds, 2 baths, island bench in the kitchen, a good floor plan, one car space, storage cage and a balcony.
We strongly suggested the focus be on sourcing a property that wasn't subject to cladding issues also had and minimal rectification works. Cladding and rectifications are like the new asbestos as both of these items can be costly and can dramatically effect the value of your property.
When buying an apartment in a large owners corporation its vitally important you complete thorough research and are fully versed as to the condition of the building and any current building works.
These should all be disclosed in the section 32 but in this case they were not. There was one line in the OC minutes which spoke of a building report delivered by the chairman of the committee but no report was included for purchasers to review.
After digging deeper we found there was one building defect in the form of a leak which is currently being followed up by the chairman who happens to be a lawyer specialising in OC, building and property development legislation. The right man for the job.
The important lesson to take from this when buying an apartment with an OC is to make sure you read everything involved with the OC and have enough nouse to investigate if you feel something is not clear or adequately explained to provide you with a comfort and understanding of the status of the condition of the building.

603/14-18 Porter Street, Prahran, Vic 3181 An inviting blend of stylish elegance, wide-reaching space and the all-day warmth of northern sunlight, this sleek 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment delivers breathtaking city views from a supersized balcony.Designated areas for light-filled living and dining are underpinned by a stone-finis...

Spacious one bedroom plus study apartment for lease with pool and gym facilities. Great location. Open Wednesday evening 6-630pm.

316/2 McGoun, Richmond, Vic 3121 Enjoy a lock and leave lifestyle with this executive one bedroom apartment of 60sqm to spread out. It features a generous master with large robes, separate study, huge living space and a sparkling bathroom and European laundry. There are two private balconies providing north and eastern aspects. Thi...

Fully furnished character filled home in Windsor for lease.

1 Gladstone Street, Windsor, Vic 3181 This charming Victorian period house is perfectly positioned for those who wish to reside in the very best of inner-city Melbourne. Renovated with contemporary simplicity and stylish design this residence of surprising proportions comprises of a wide entry hall, spacious master bedroom with queen be...

It's been a while since we ventured out to Melton to help a client purchase a home. A young family contacted us after they were feeling a little bit lost with the buying process and not getting anywhere. Within a week we helped them secure this property under budget subject to a building inspection. A few issues arose from the building inspection which we were able to negotiate to be rectified by the current owner prior to settlement which was a great outcome.

32 Tandara Circuit, Melton West, Vic 3337 This impeccably maintained residence, nestled in the Woodgrove Walk Estate of Melton West, epitomizes low maintenance and convenience. Boasting meticulous care by its current owners, this home is a standout in its desirable locale. Situated near parklands, public transport, shopping, and schools, an...

Our latest property for lease is this outstanding home in Hawthorn located in a quiet and convenient side street suitable for a family.

42 Fletcher, Hawthorn, Vic 3122 Please note our current tenants are moving out so they photography does not capture how great this home is. Inspection is a must!Charming Victorian home located in a quiet Hawthorn street offering easy access to schools, major shopping center's and strips, parklands, recreation facilities....

Two bedroom townhouse with rooftop deck for lease in Richmond.

3/165 Lennox Street, Richmond, Vic 3121 Modern townhouse living in the heart of Richmond. A short walk to the spoils of Bridge Rd, Victoria St, Swan Street, MCG and the Yarra trails, with easy access to the CBD by tram or foot. Ground floor comprises of two spacious bedrooms both with BIR's and main bathroom with separate toilet. Fir...

Stunning three bed townhouse available for lease in Richmond

175 Coppin Street, Richmond, Vic 3121 Comfortable, spacious, hassle-free, luxurious living in the best part of Richmond.This stylish, freshly renovated Coppin Street residence has been finished to the highest of standards. Spacious living downstairs is complimented upstairs by three generous sized bedrooms and two tastefully r...

George came to us late last year after engaging another buyers advocate who was unbale to assist him with his purchase. We purchased two properties for George in Brunswick over 10 years ago but lost contact when he changed work and his phone and email changed. George was looking to relocate from Brunswick to be closer to his partner in Balwyn. With a budget of $1.1 for a two bedroom villa we felt confident we could help. The first place we looked at sold for $1,237 at auction. We then found this two bedroom villa for private sale at $850k after being passed in at auction. We estimated about $150k of renovations to be completed after a building inspection. We managed to secure this apartment for $775,000 leaving more than enough in the tank for George to renovate this property and get it exactly how he wants it before he moves in.

2/58 Windsor Crescent, Surrey Hills, Vic 3127 On the prestigious Windsor Estate’s prettiest Oak Tree lined avenue, the beautifully spacious proportions of this two-bedroom villa offer an ideal Surrey Hills entry point, immediately appealing downsize or ready-to-go investment just a short stroll from Mont Albert Village. Tucked privately away ...

Short term lease available only on this spacious South Yarra home.

19 Albion Street, South Yarra, Vic 3141 This large three bedroom home, plus study is brilliantly located right in the heart of South Yarra. North facing, this house comprises of beautiful high ceilings, 3 large bedrooms, plus smaller room that could function as either a 4th bedroom or study, spacious kitchen with walk in pantry, main bath...

This great little two bed apartment is available for lease soon.

5/16 Adam Street, Richmond, Vic 3121 This newly renovated bright, 1st floor apartment located in secure boutique block is perfectly located. Comprising, 2 bedrooms with built-in robes, spacious sunny living area, entrance hall, separate kitchen with stainless steel gas appliances, meals area, neat bathroom & laundry facilities. This pr...

Three beds and three baths close to transport and shops in the heart of Preston for lease.

6/15 Showers, Preston, Vic 3072 An enviable lifestyle awaits in this bright modern 3 level townhouse. On the doorstep of High St with transport at each end of the street & easy access to supermarkets, Preston market and all the trendy eateries and bars Preston, Thornbury and Northcote have to offer. Comprising of 3 spacious bedroo...

This great apartment with city views is becoming available soon for lease.

506/101 River Street, South Yarra, Vic 3141 Set in the premier Yarra Grand development, this well-positioned property provides for generous apartment living in South Yarra’s picturesque riverside precinct. This apartment comprises of open plan living and dining areas, multiple alfresco entertaining terraces, large kitchen with high quality ...

This great one bedroom apartment is on the market looking for it's next tenant to look after it.

6/33 Charnwood Road, St Kilda, Vic 3182 This charming 1 bedroom apartment in the heart of St Kilda could not be better located. With Fitzroy Street shops and restaurants just a short stroll in one direction and Chapel Street Windsor the other. Trams, trains and buses just around the corner you will never miss any of the action going on ar...

We were recently engaged by a couple living in the states to secure them an apartment in Melbourne. He's American and she's Australian and they plan to spend half the year here and half in the states. Being an apartment purchase our aim was to secure a good sized two bedroom apartment with a second bathroom for when guests stay, something with a nice outdoor space so they can enjoy a good outdoor lifestyle and most important in todays apartment market something that doesn't have cladding issues. There wasn't too many buyers going through this one so we thought they might want to deal before the auction and they did. Other similar apartments with courtyards in the development have recently sold for $890,000. We purchased for $840,000.

109/6 Lisson Grove, Hawthorn, Vic 3122 Nestled at the edge of the bustling city, this property offers unparalleled access to urban delights and serene nature. The Yarra River trail, vibrant shopping in Richmond and Hawthorn, and city trams are just a stroll away, encapsulating a lifestyle rich in diversity and opportunity.The C...

A great view always makes your holiday better.

We always like to escape the Melbourne weather this time of the year for some fun in the sun and some relaxation in Noosa. I always like to start the day with a run in the national park or on this occasion on the river in Noosaville where I like to stop at my favourite cafe for some quiet time on a deck chair staring out at the water before I have to think about what we’re going to do first the day. Beach, kayak, paddle board and eat. This is such a great place to relax. Highly recommended.

An existing client in Sydney was about to embark on the purchase of their next investment property in Sydney when they received our rent review for the property we currently manage for them and helped them purchase a couple of years ago.
They phoned immediately to ascertain more information about rental returns in Melbourne and decided they could do better by following our guidance and buying again in Melbourne, compared to the returns they would receive in Sydney.
We got to work for them straight away and purchased this townhouse in Fitzroy North.
Current tenants are on a month to month lease so we will offer them another 12 month lease at their current rent of $880 per week. When they leave we will do a cosmetic renovation and should be able to achieve in the vicinity of $1000 per week.

If you are looking to invest in property and want to purchase a property that performs financially call us to discuss how we can help you find a property that grows in value, has an increasing rental return and a minimal hold cost each week after rent and outgoings have been paid.

30 Liverpool Street, Fitzroy North, Vic 3068 Unfolding with unexpected spaciousness across two floors, this three-bedroom residence presents a welcoming proposition in a perfect Fitzroy North location. Filled with untapped potential and perennial lifestyle appeal, it offers an exceptional investment in this beloved Inner North market.