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Stay ahead in the dynamic world of real estate with Harcourts' comprehensive collection of news, insights, and resources. Whether you are a seller, buyer, renter or just generally interested, our expertly curated updates provide the latest information, empowering you to navigate confidently through every aspect of your real estate journey.

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What you can include on contracts of sale

      Signing contracts of sale for any property can seem daunting, at first. But, when handled correctly, the procedure should be straightforward and easy to understand — for buyer and seller...

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A guide to understanding contracts

Paying attention to contracts, and the information contained within them can often be the difference between a good and bad buy. A standard contract of sale, which may include a vendor&...

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Should you rent or buy, and why?

The question of homeownership versus contributing to a landlord’s investment is an age-old conundrum when buying your first home. Homeownership is a worthy goal that can build wea...

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Essential pre-purchasing costs to account for

Buying a property requires more than a deposit.  Pre-purchase costs can add up to 10 per cent to the price of an average family home.  Some of these, such as conveyancing, ...

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'FOMO' meets its match in market driver 'TINA'

Record-low interest rates and surging property prices in Australia and New Zealand have fuelled buyers’ fear of missing out, otherwise known as FOMO, since the pandemic was declared ...

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Real estate tax terms explained

The end of a financial year prompts swift action for tax-related matters.  This includes relevant information for property owners, renters and potential buyers in their bid to stre...

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Buying land: what to consider

With record construction figures and government stimulus propelling the growth of new-build industries, there’s increasing interest in building on property dreams from the ground up....

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Restoring period homes to their former glory

Owning or buying a period home is a pleasure and privilege, but not without its maintenance challenges.  Reflecting current and recent trends, the National Trust is noticing an upt...

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Buyer sentiment downcast amid rosy property outlook

Affordability and supply issues appear to be dampening the mood of Australian homebuyers, according to findings from ME Bank’s latest Quarterly Property Sentiment Report. Conducte...

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Homeownership: getting your finances in order

Money truly makes the world go around, and nowhere more so than in real estate. It talks in terms of what and where you can buy, and it speaks volumes about your aspirations and motivat...

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Budget encourages young buyers and single parents and rewards retirees

The Australian Federal Government’s May 2021 budget offers positive signs for first-time buyers in the real estate sector. In terms of a recap and brief overview, the budget makes...

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Buying off the plan: positives and checkpoints

On paper, buying a property off the plan can be an extremely profitable experience. However, as with any new acquisition, particularly when sight unseen, an internal radar and thorough res...

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