Middle-Aged First Home Buyers Confront Soaring Property Prices
An in-depth look at the growing trend of middle-aged Australians buying their first homes, amidst rising property prices and economic shifts. From original BNN article: “The phenomenon of first-time homebuyers entering the market in their forties and fifties is becoming increasingly common, driven by record-high property prices in cities across Australia. Brisbane buyers agent […]
Lauren Jones Discusses The Rise of 40-50 year old First Home Buyers
From original article: The number of first-home buyers in their forties and fifties is rising as soaring house prices drag out the length of time it takes to save a deposit. Brisbane buyers agent Lauren Jones said it is now quite common to see middle-aged buyers entering the property market for the first time. “Property prices […]
Is the cost of building a new house putting you off?
The decline of new builds in Australia has been a consistent trend for a number of years, with only 13,085 Australian building approvals made in December of 2023. See what Lauren Jones has to say about new builds, knock down rebuilds, and the silver linings within it all. Click here to read the full article.
What southerners need to know about buying in Brisbane
In the medi In this Wednesday’s episode of MCG Quantity Surveyors’ Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike is joined by our very own Lauren Jones. Together, they uncover the idiosyncrasies of investing in the Brisbane property market. Check out the full podcast right here! Podcast Transcript It’s no secret that property […]
The experts have spoken: Why buying a beach house is (mostly) a great idea
Click here to read Homely’s full article. From original: Whether you’re bolting or walking into the new year, the idea of an endless summer spent at the beach isn’t far from anyone’s mind. Evenings spent on decks watching the kids play in the garden, with a cold glass of something in your hand or packing […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]