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May 13, 2013 Leave a comment
The sea breeze billowing around the south coast property of John and Jenny Barbour has been encouraging the couple to get more beach-bound. That’s why the public servants have decided to downsize and sell their Kambah home so they can spend more time at the seaside.
March 15, 2013 Leave a comment
The growing trend of Australians working from home is contributing to an increasing demand for properties with home offices.
However, according to First National Real Estate Capital agent Margrit Sedlacek, home owners need to think through the process before committing to a fully filled out home office. “Traditionally, house hunter lists used to include the must haves of off-street parking, en suite bathrooms and mature gardens,” Sedlacek said. Read more of this post
March 1, 2013 Leave a comment
Current market conditions are bringing home ownership dreams closer for many first home buyers and according to First National Real Estate Capital O’Connor, building a new home may be their best option.
“The housing sector of the construction industry continues to lag, so first home buyers should look at taking advantage of the various state government initiatives designed to get it moving,” First National Real Estate Capital O’Connor principal David Whittem said.
February 18, 2013 Leave a comment
I through the First National Foundation, has broadened its national bushfire appeal to include assistance for those who have been affected by the devastating floods across the eastern states of Australia.
Last month the network joined Red Cross in asking for all Australians to dig deep and donate to assist victims of the recent spate of bushfires across the country. It now says the money it raises will also encompass helping flood victims, many of whom are still recovering from the last deluge of water in January 2011.
January 25, 2013 1 Comment
The First National Real Estate network, through the First National Foundation, has launched an Australia-wide bushfire appeal.
It joins the Australian Red Cross in its appeal for all Australians to dig deep and donate to assist those who have been directly affected by the recent spate of bushfires across the country.
January 11, 2013 Leave a comment
The South coast real estate could be lifting after years of stagnation, agents believe. Industry veterans say house prices in the area have been flat since the early-to-mid 2000s.
The great Canberra dream a home in the capital and a holiday home by the beach is less sought after than in times past.
November 20, 2012 Leave a comment
There’s a new term in the real estate industry helper agent. A helper agent is one of a small group of real estate agents who “is trusted and respected for their honesty, integrity and transparency,” according to its official website.
Margrit Sedlacek, sales agent at First National Real Estate Capital, is also a helper agent and believes the role maintains the professionalism expected while empathising with and caring for your needs.
November 12, 2012 1 Comment
The current tight rental market and approaching summer letting season means there should be no shortage of would-be renters, but First National Capital Real Estate property and tenancy manager Carmel Hargreaves believes it may not be straightforward to find the right tenant and get the best rental price.
“The beginning and end of summer, as well as the holiday period, often produces larger numbers of people looking to change where they live,” Hargreaves said.
August 13, 2012 Leave a comment
As today’s baby boomers approach retirement, they are often faced with the age-old dilemma of what their housing aspirations are. Their needs change and so too does their living accommodation.
According to Capital First National Real Estate principal David Whittem, this is an increasingly important challenge for Australia’s properly market to come to terms with. “As children move out and nests become empty, homeowners are considering many facets of their postworking lives, including whether to sell up or downsize,” Whittem said.
July 31, 2012 Leave a comment
When many Canberrans look to the south coast as a holiday destination or investment opportunity, they often start at Batemans Bay and scan south.
But cast your eyes north and you’ll find Ulladulla and other great destinations in the Shoalhaven area.
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