ENEROUS government grants have been the catalyst for the recent growth in the number of first home buyers coming onto the market. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics Lending Indicators Report, in March 2021 owner occupier first home buyer loan commitments …
DESPITE the coming winter months, Australia’s property market is still operating at an all time high. In April, Ray White helped almost 15,000 people with their property ambitions and conducted 23,000 property appraisals. Ray White final trading figures came in …
A pair of well-known and experienced real estate professionals have realised the next step in their career, opening a brand new Ray White office in the northern Adelaide suburb of Salisbury. Justin Irving and Mellanie Borgas both have a wealth …
The stellar team at Ray White Marsden have officially opened their doors at their newest location in Daisy Hill, in Logan City, south of Brisbane. Ray White Marsden and Ray White Daisy Hill, to be collectively known also as Ray …
Tonight’s Federal Budget is good news for home buyers. The First Home Super Saver and Family Home Guarantee will allow more people to enter the property market, encouraging home ownership. The restriction of the First Home Deposit scheme to only …
It’s fascinating to compare our sales results from last month with our results of 12 months ago. The contrast in market conditions will never be more stark, yet we also are reminded that what is important to our customers remains …
THE Ray White Nerang office has expanded as principal Clint Hynes welcomes real estate veteran Doug Hull and his team to the business. Mr Hull (pictured above right) has been a leading real estate figure on the Gold Coast for decades and …
THE first weekend of May saw auction buyers out in force across Australia, with uncharacteristically fierce bidding action as the temperature dropped. Unlike other years, sellers and buyers are seemingly not deterred by the cooler months, and are capitalising on one …
Get to know Prue Jones from Ray White Rye. How does your usual day look? I always start my day before 8am with early morning emails to current vendors. This puts me in control of my day. Then I catch …
THE post-Easter market continued to see buyers out in force at auctions, with some fierce bidding reported across the nation as determined purchasers came prepared to secure their dream homes. Australasia’s largest property group had booked 567 auctions to go under …
This Christmas, Ray White Forest Lake will continue its popular tradition of giving with the return of ‘A little Ray of Giving’. The inspiring Christmas campaign will see the team at Ray White Forest Lake partner with Rotary Forest Lake to help disadvantaged children who may need a little extra light in … Read more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, so let’s celebrate with some colour and creativity! The team at Ray White Forest Lake are holding a Children’s Christmas Colouring-In Competition this year to win great prizes: 1st Prize – $50 Gift Card from Event Cinema’s 2nd Prize – $30 Gift … Read more
The Queensland property market is tipped for strong growth despite the country being in its first recession in nearly three decades, an industry expert predicts. According to the CEO of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ), Antonia Mercorella, the Sunshine State has a number of tailwinds that should help … Read more
There are three reasons as to why the national house and unit rental yields have remained stable amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research from PRD. In its recently released report, From the Desk of the Chief Economist, the real estate group delivered key insight into the state of the market and what … Read more
You don’t need to own your house to make it feel like home. Current housing data proves more Australians are living in rental properties than ever before but it doesn’t have to be a drag. More and more renters are making their homes more beautiful than ever using affordable and … Read more
Buying your first home can be one of the most exciting experiences but when starting the process, the first question is usually ‘Where do I begin?’. While you may think the first step is looking at properties, there are actually a few steps to consider beforehand. Luckily, we’ve laid out … Read more
Autumn is officially underway and the mercury is falling. For those living in chilly climates, this usually means the outdoor dining season will eventually come to an end – but it doesn’t have to. With a few small additions and adjustments, you can keep enjoying your outdoor area long into … Read more
The Ray White Forest Lake office will be closed Monday, 4th May 2020 for Labour Day. Please ensure you leave your full name, contact number and reason for calling if leaving a voice message on 3879 6777 or you can email: forestlake.qld@raywhite.com Thank you
During a time where social distancing is being practised to help flatten the COVID-19 curve, a lot of homeowners are being told to stay at home to minimise the spread of the virus. If you’re thinking of selling your house in the next year or so, now is the best … Read more
I’m generally pretty calm in a crisis. From bushfires to squabbles with my four sisters, I have experienced various calamities over the years – but I’ve managed to keep things in check. Yet somehow, the COVID-10 pandemic feels scarier than most things, and has left me quite anxious and flat. … Read more