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Should you low ball an offer?
When it comes to purchasing property we all want to pay as little as we can for the best property we can find! It's human nature and it makes sense! Before you throw in that low ball offer though, here's a few things to consider. It's important to firstly discuss...
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Case Study: 3-Bed townhouse for great yield in Logan
It’s has been an amazing journey since we started working together last year!
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Case Study – Renovated high-set with great deck!
Stepped the client through each step of the process. Aware of the market. Listened to the clients requirements. Kept the client up to date at all times.
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Buying property in your SMSF
Using your self managed superannuation fund to purchase an investment property can be a great strategy. At Property Zest, we have helped many clients to purchase a property in their SMSF. For those you who have wondered what is involved in doing this, there are a...
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Welcome back Sam and Carmen!
We're super excited to welcome back our star Brisbane Property Managers, Samantha Ellis and Carmen Derfoldy, who have both been on extended leave. It's been a real experience as a business owner for me personally to step in and be involved in the day to day...
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Case Study: Renovated Post-War, Walk to the Train
Fast communication; followed up on all requests. Thank you for all your help in searching and buying this property so quick.
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Case Study: Solid and Straightforward Off-market Low-set Brick
The Project T was an inter-state investor looking for a medium to long term hold with capital growth potential. Working with a budget of $500k, he was looking for a property within 25kms of the CBD, ready to rent in its current condition, and preferably with a yield...
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Case Study: High-set with minor reno in great location
A good team effort where it seems like everyone in the office knows what is going on and works together to achieve positive outcomes for clients.
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Case Study: Renovated post-war home in sought after suburb
Karen and the team really made my purchase as easy as possible. They do all the hard work so that you can rest easy knowing you are in safe hands.
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Case Study: Renovated high-set and hilltop views
I have used two other buyers’ agents in the past and PZ have clearly been the best. The business is an excellent example of a small business leading the way through first class customer service.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Thank you for your business and support throughout 2017! Now the market is slowing down for the end of the year, it's time to have a little break, and get ourselves ready for the new year. For Karen, she will be out on the water, and training hard for the next...
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Case Study: Well maintained high-set in family-friendly suburb
The Project Arun was an inter-state investor looking for long term hold with capital growth potential in the Northern suburbs of Brisbane. With a budget of $450-500k, he was looking to start a property portfolio, so yield would be an important factor too. The...
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Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race – Here we come!
Some of you may know that sailing is a passion of mine and this year I get a chance to achieve one of my life goals, to sail in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. I'm sooooo EXCITED!! I've been incredibly fortunate to have been given a position on 'Climate Action Now',...
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Charging for water usage in your rental property
Wondering if you can charge the tenant of your rental property for water? The answer is, as always, it depends! What can you charge? The property owner can pass on the full water usage charges to the tenant of a rental property. The property owner cannot, however,...
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We’re a 2018 REIQ Buyer’s Agency of the Year nominee
What an exciting news to share before a fantastic year ends! Property Zest has been nominated as Buyers Agency of the year in the upcoming 2018 Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) Awards for Excellence. The REIQ Awards is an annual event honouring real estate...
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If it ain’t broke….your obligations as a lessor
We've all heard that saying "If it ain't broke, don't fix it". But what if it is broke? Do you have to fix it? When it comes to your obligations as a lessor, the answer is yes. Under section 185 of the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation (RTRA) Act 2008...
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Case Study: Majestic Brick Beauty only 15km from the CBD
I can’t believe how much detail needs to be covered when buying a property, you guys (Zest) really took the hard work out of it for us and we really appreciate everything you did for us!
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Case Study: Classic North Brisbane highset in great spot
K&R were interstate investors seeking long-term capital growth with a budget of up to $450k. Having purchased a property through us previously, we were able to quickly get to work finding a good investment for these customers!
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Case Study: Quick as a flash – investment property with cashflow and growth
Thank you all for your help in successfully sourcing and settling our property. The entire procedures was very smooth from my perspective so thanks for making it a painless process.
Much appreciated & we’ll be back in touch in the next 3-6 months for hopefully our next property investment.
Median house prices – what they mean
As a property investor or home buyer you have no doubt heard the term 'Median house price'. In this article we'll take a bit of closer look at what the term 'median house price' refers to, how it is used and what potential issues there are with using median house...
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