The idea that buyers disappear when the weather cools down simply isn’t true – genuine buyers are active all year round. It’s only the uncommitted buyers or those researching the market that may not bother, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents
This month’s interest rate cut – the second for 2025 – is great news for buyers and owners alike. Not only does it reduce interest costs, the rate cut also raises the borrowing capacity of aspiring buyers, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
A new report from Cotality, formerly CoreLogic, reveals more than four in 10 homes across the combined capital cities now have a median value of $1 million or more.
Australians who invest in property are typically risk-averse people who perceive bricks and mortar as a safer and simpler investment than shares, bonds and other assets says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Now that we know Labor has been returned, let’s review what this means for first home buyers, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Presentation is a critical part of the selling process and a stylist can offer an objective view on how to present your home in the most appealing way to buyers, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
During my 40 years in real estate, I have witnessed the market adapt to change in many innovative ways says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Seachanging and treechanging has broadened to city switching, with more people moving states to retain the buzzy city lifestyle in a smaller and more affordable capital city, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
For decades, open plan has been the much preferred floor plan format, but times are changing as more families seek homes with multiple living spaces and separate rooms says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
People tend to adopt a ‘wait and see’ attitude around elections but in my opinion, the election date won’t make a difference to your sale says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
We are seeing good competition at auctions this Autumn, with the national combined capital city clearance rate holding above 60% says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
The National Housing Accord is a federal initiative designed to address Australia’s housing shortage, aiming to build 1.2 million homes over five years says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
When it comes to selling your home in Orange, NSW, choosing the right real estate agent can make all the difference. With so many options available, you need someone who is not only experienced and professional but also dedicated to making the process smooth and stress-free. That’s where Josh Fitzgerald…
Cyclone Alfred serves as an important reminder to all home owners and investors to keep your property insurance policies up to date to protect what are usually your biggest financial assets, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
A new CoreLogic survey shows 63% of Australian adults own at least one property – either their own home or an investment, underlining the continuing great Australian aspiration to own real estate. The levels of property ownership between men and women are very similar. The survey shows 64.4% of men…
With more than 2,500 homes nationwide going under the hammer each week early signs are very positive, with the national clearance rate hovering around the mid-65% mark in February. By John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Australia’s housing landscape is changing as we try to keep up with population growth and help young buyers get into the market. By John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Prestige Australian waterfront residences are among the world’s most valuable and sought-after properties says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Hobart has a reputation for being a vibrant food and culture destination, with a beautiful coastline and fascinating history. Now the Tasmanian capital may be about to earn another label – the home of a comparatively affordable housing market says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Last year was a landmark year for Brisbane, with the Olympics host city briefly taking the silver medal position among Australia’s capital cities in the property price stakes, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Price growth was generally strongest in the more affordable suburbs of the capital cities and regions last year. CoreLogic data shows that in every capital city bar Canberra, growth was highest in the lower price quartile of the market. A key reason for this is higher-for-longer interest rates, which continued to…
Now that inflation is within the Reserve Bank’s target band of 2-3 per cent, a February rate cut seems very likely according to both the Commonwealth Bank and ANZ. But how would an earlier-than-expected interest rate cut affect the Australian housing market in 2025? PRICE MOVEMENTS An early interest rate…
At the start of 2024, price growth nationwide strengthened across the lower price brackets as people made compromises says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
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Many people dream of buying at the bottom of the property market, but how often does that truly happen? If you’re saving for your first home and banking on a sharp drop in house prices due to rising interest rates, you might need to adjust your expectations.
Todd Houghton from McGrath with your latest Bathurst Property Market update
It has been difficult for Baby Boomers to find the types of homes they need in their preferred locations. The good news is that things are about to change.
Despite higher interest rates and cost-of-living pressures, there are a lot of first home buyers in the marketplace across Australia says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
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