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What the recent rate rise means for home owners

On Tuesday 3 May, the RBA finally announced their heavily telegraphed rate rise. The rise is the first since 2010 and took the base cash rate from 0.10 to 0.35: an increase of 0.25%. What does the decision mean for home owners? It’s safe to assume that the banks will pass on the rate increase…

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October Market Update

The real estate market continues to perform strongly half way into the spring selling season. Even a wet winter and an east coast lockdown didn’t slow down the selling pace. Vendors are taking advantage of the strong selling environment, with listings up significantly. Purchasers are also acting fast, snapping up homes in record time. Here…

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Elders donate $3000 in grants to local charities

Elders spreads Christmas cheer thanks to Advantage Community Grants. Two Elders Real Estate agencies have been successful in obtaining Advantage Community Grants from realestate.com.au. The grants will allow Elders to give a little extra to charity and help their local communities. Elders Real Estate South Australia has been awarded a $1500 grant to their partner…

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Four ways to attract great tenants

An investment property is a huge financial commitment. It can also set you firmly on the path to financial freedom, or added security in your golden years. But for an investment property to pay off, you need great tenants now. Even in boom times, it’s worth putting in the effort to get the best tenants…

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Kangaroo Island looks to the future

Kangaroo Island has been one of the worst hit regions during Australia’s bushfire crisis. Lightning strikes on 20 December ignited tinder-dry fuel across the heavily forested Ravine area in the west of the Island. Fanned by strong winds over the next few days, the fire destroyed the Flinders Chase National Park, the luxury Southern Ocean…

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Renovations and Extensions: What do you need council approval for?

Have you outgrown your house, but you don’t want to move? An extension or renovation is a great way to update your home, but it’s important to know what your obligations are in terms of council approval. The council approval process can seem overwhelming and confusing at first, so here are a few tips to…

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Buyer Testimonial ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Property Purchaser gives Peter Camilleri ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ for being a fantastic, helpful and friendly agent! Buyer Review - Recommended by Paul Hryce & Sharon Ward, February 2019.

‘Pete was a fantastic agent that did his absolute best to accommodate us in buying our house. He went out of his way to do everything he could for us and going…

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What first-home buyers need to do to crack into the market in 2019……

What first-home buyers need to do to crack into the market in 2019. Price pullbacks in the Sydney and Melbourne property markets have created an opportunity for first-home buyers, particularly those with deposits ready. Values in most capitals are expected to remain relatively flat throughout 2019, with some cities anticipated to post moderate gains, according…

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Stay cool this summer without using your air conditioner…

Practical ways to stay cool in summer without using your air conditioner. As the sun begins to grace us with its rays and holidays hurtle our way, there is little room for doubt: the world is getting warmer and so are we. This summer, as we familiarise ourselves with beads of sweat and insufferably hot…

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