The Reserve Bank has lifted the cash rate by another 0.25%, bringing it to 4.35%. It’s a move that reflects ongoing inflation pressures – with fuel costs and global economic factors continuing to push prices higher. While headlines like this can feel unsettling, the reality on the ground is more measured. The property market doesn’t stop – it shifts, adjusts and finds its rhythm. Buyers Adjust We’re seeing buyers take a more considered approach. Budgets are being reassessed, expectations refined and due diligence sharpened. But importantly, they’re still active. The right property, priced well and presented properly, is still attracting strong interest. Sellers Adapt For sellers, strategy is everything. Pricing, presentation and timing matter more than ever in a market where buyers are weighing every decision. The days of “set and forget” campaigns are behind us. Success now comes from reading the market in real time and adapting accordingly. The
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First impressions count for a lot when selling real estate—in fact, perhaps more than you might think. Buying or selling real estate can be an emotional and stressful time for many people, and is often regarded as being one of life’s “big 5 events”. So, if you want to help
Whilst Greater Sydney has been in lockdown for over two months now, it is safe to say Sydney siders are starting to see the light and the end of the tunnel. The NSW premiere Glady’s Berejiklian has announced that some restrictions will ease from 17 October 2021 when NSW reaches
Schwarz are taking advantage of all the greatest technologies to provide our clients with virtual market appraisals. Virtual is no different to face-to-face appraisals, other than the fact that they are conducted over a camera device. Therefore, our recommended listing price will be as accurate as always. Here is how
10 steps to reduce tax on your investment property Maximise your returns with these 10 steps on how to reduce tax on your investment property. 1. Know what you can claim Many of the expenses involved in owning an investment property are tax deductible. Property investors can typically claim deductions
Excited to announce that Schwarz are officially PROUD SPONSORS of One Eighty! One Eighty is a youth mental health charity, run by young adults for young adults. Founded in 2017 by Paris Jeffcoat, Samanatha Callendar and Leanne Westlake, created in response to the concern and occurrence of youth suicide on
You can’t have two hot markets… Whilst the Northern Beaches sales market is booming rising 8.5% in the first quarter, the rental market hasn’t been as hot. Many factors are contributing to this. Low interest rates are enticing people to buy, therefore we are seeing a lot of renters become
We’re hosting a ‘Biggest Morning Tea’ We’re hosting our first BIGGEST MORNING TEA to raise funds for Cancer Council. Did you know 1 in 2 Australians are diagnosed with Cancer by the age of 85! Cancer Council is the only charity that works across every area of cancer, from
What’s happening in the rental market Schwarz? Leased Properties – 13 Highest Rental Price – $2,000 p/w Avg. Days on Market – 7 If you are thinking about listing your property for lease on the market, now may be just the right time. There has been lots of tenant acitivity,
Welcome 2021! The year has only just began and we’re stoked to have accomplished so much already. After 20 years in Freshwater we moved our office to a prominent new spot in North Manly, brought on 5 outstanding new sales listings, 15 new managements, and leased 19 properties in 3
