The week ending 20th March delivered strong results in the auction market, with volume and the clearance rate both performing well. According to REIV data, the clearance rate for the week was 83%. At the same time last year it was 67%. 943 auctions were reported across Melbourne. 631 homes were sold at auction[…]
Buyers and sellers advocate Wendy Chamberlain from Chamberlain Property Advocates has spoken to Domain regarding Melbourne’s first home buyer’s preference towards buying homes closer to Melbourne CBD, shunning long commutes. “Wendy Chamberlain said she had noticed a move towards the northern suburbs over the past six to eight months. “They’re definitely buying based on a[…]
Buyers and sellers advocate Wendy Chamberlain from Chamberlain Property Advocates has spoken to Domain regarding what is currently on Melbourne downsizers’ wish list. “I think there is a definite trend of downsizers buying a low-maintenance city base in Melbourne that offers them quick and easy access to freeways to escape down the coast as they[…]
It’s well documented that Melbourne Property prices are dropping, however it doesn’t mean every suburb is offering the ultimate bargain. Wendy Chamberlain spoke to Domain regarding more affordable, alternative suburbs to the highly sought after suburb of Toorak. Local suburbs of South Yarra, Prahran and Armadale may offer a similar lifestyle. “Nowadays in Melbourne, you can get the[…]
As the Melbourne housing market weakens some home owners are dropping their asking prices or making minor updates in preparation to relisting properties that had previously failed to sell. Wendy Chamberlain has spoken to The Sunday Age regarding this topic. “I’ve been seeing this for the past 12 to 18 months where an agent will[…]