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May 19, 2022

Buying at auction? 3 tips to help you prepare

You’ve been looking at the real estate market, and you’ve found your dream home. And it’s going to auction! If you are prepared for the auction, it can be exciting, and if you succeed on the day, you

May 5, 2022

3 tips to help minimise fear when selling your home

If you are thinking of selling your home, it is a big decision. If you are feeling anxious or stressed about selling your home, you are not alone. The uncertainty about such a big decision can be over

Apr 15, 2022

Rent increases – how much and how often

How much and how often should you increase the rent of your investment property is question every landlord will ask themselves. There are legislation requirements around rent increases about when to i

Mar 15, 2022

Does a renovation add value to your home?

With our home being our most valuable asset, many people will complete renovations to their home at some stage. Have you considered if your renovation will add value, or do you worry about over capita

Mar 2, 2022

Local business: former NRL star Ben Creagh new GIO Wollongong owner

Nick and Jen Creagh have sold the GIO Wollongong business to their son, former St George Illawarra Dragons player Ben Creagh. The couple started the GIO insurance business in Fairy Meadow 11 years ago

Feb 15, 2022

Depreciation benefits for your investment property

Depreciation benefits can be often overlooked when owning an investment property. The tax benefits of investing in a rental property can be complicated and delicate, but provide an important benefit f

Feb 4, 2022

Local organisation: Balgownie Junior Football Club

Before the Balgownie Junior Football Club formed, the area already had a rich football history through its senior team, The Balgownie Rangers Football Club. The senior team is one of the oldest run

Jan 16, 2022

5 steps to secure your new home purchase

Finding your dream home or an ideal investment property is difficult at the best of times, but in a competitive and fast-paced market it can be harder. Missing out on buying a property because your fi