Sarah was happy renting a home, until circumstances forced her hand
Purchasing a property had always been a fool’s hope for Sarah, according to Nine’s recent article. Click here to read 9Honey’s full article. From original: Sarah Bannon has lived in rental homes her entire life. “I’ve always lived in rentals all throughout Brisbane,” Bannon, 35, tells 9Honey. Having moved out of home when she was 18, that’s 17 years […]
Brisbane’s rent rises, driving some to fast-track property plans
Brisbane is now the second most expensive city to rent in Australia, according to Domain’s latest rental report. Click here to read Smart Property Investment’s full article. From original: “The Sunshine State capital presents a challenging picture for those determined to enter the property market, but putting certain plans in place can alleviate some of […]
Brisbane’s challenging rental conditions push many to buy their first home sooner
Extremely competitive conditions in Brisbane’s rental market have led to unprecedented rent increases. Click here to read Info Choice’s full article. From original: “The escalating cost of renting in Brisbane is driving many renters to buy their first homes sooner than they are ready, a local buyers agent revealed. Brisbane’s limited rental stock has failed to keep pace […]
Brisbane’s soaring rents spark surge in first home buyer activity
In this savings.com.au article, LJBA director Lauren Jones explained that challenging rental conditions in Brisbane are driving an uptick in first home buyer activity. Click here to read the full article. From original: “Despite the increasing gloom surrounding first home buyers getting into the housing market, here is some expert advice that may […]
Why would you sell a property off-market in Australia?
While the traditional approach to real estate involves listing properties on public platforms, there is a growing number of properties being sold discreetly – off-market. When majority of modern buyers find their next home on these well-known, high-traffic online platforms, why would a seller choose to sell off-market instead? Reduced Competition With off-market deals, […]
Brisbane experiencing high demand, low supply
In the media: Brisbane How is the Brisbane property market likely to perform in 2024? Click here to read Queensland Property Investor’s full article. From original: “The Sunshine State’s capital is quickly becoming a honeypot for investors thanks to its strong rental conditions and soaring demand. Lauren Jones, the Brisbane-based principal of Lauren Jones […]
The First Home Buyer’s Guide: Unlock Success with a Buyers Agent
In the ever-evolving, ever-overwhelming real estate scene, the journey to homeownership has become increasingly complex—especially for our dear first-time buyers. Between the high-pressure decision of finding a suitable, affordable home, and navigating the property market, first home buyers often find themselves feeling exhausted and unequipped. Indeed, settling a realistic budget and understanding neighbourhood trends, property […]
Why so many investors are eyeing up Brisbane
Brisbane is “quickly becoming a honeypot for investors thanks to its strong rental conditions and soaring demand,” according to this Smart Property Investment article. Click here to read the full, original article. From original: “The Sunshine State’s capital is quickly becoming a honeypot for investors thanks to its strong rental conditions and soaring demand. […]
Why Brisbane property prices are likely to surge in 2024
In this realestate.com.au article about the Brisbane property market, LJBA director Lauren Jones shared her insights about what to expect in 2024. Click here to read the full, original article. From original: “Brisbane house values could soar by up to 6 per cent next year, with the capital tipped to record some of the […]
Buyer delighted by Lauren Jones’ swift service
Margaret Seach, from the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, wanted to retire in Brisbane. But as she explains to the Australian Financial Review, she struggled to find a quality property … and was getting worried, because prices were rising every week. “Months had passed by before a real estate agent I was […]