Bernie Kroczek Real Estate http://www.berniekroczek.com.au You're as safe as houses with us! Sat, 19 May 2012 12:38:03 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Tuart Hill, 1/101 Swan Street – $325,000 http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/1101-swan-street/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/1101-swan-street/#comments Tue, 15 May 2012 05:33:17 +0000 Vicki http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=5006 Read More]]>

FIRST HOME BUYERS! This is for you.

Rents, are going through the roof, interest rates are coming down, this is a great time to be buying!

Entry level price for this 2 bedroom end villa.

Be Quick! Give Bernie a call today on 9444 4099 to arrange a private viewing.

1/101 Swan Street, Tuart Hill

swan st e1337226189742 Tuart Hill, 1/101 Swan Street $325,000

Property Details

Listing Price: $325,000
Address: 1/101 Swan Street
City: Tuart Hill
State: WA
Pcode: 6060
Feature: End Villa
Feature: Air Conditioned in Lounge
Land Area: 76m2
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: 1
Feature: Close to Park
Feature: Close to Transport

Water Rates: $624.50 pa
Shire Rates: $1,118.99 pa
Strata Levy (Qtr): $345.00 pq
Special Levy (Qtr):

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swan st 110x80 Tuart Hill, 1/101 Swan Street $325,000

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/1101-swan-street/feed/ 0 -31.8926733 115.8349691-31.8926733115.8349691 Is the Great Australian Dream Dead? http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/australian-dream/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/australian-dream/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 16:51:18 +0000 admin http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4994 Read More]]> 1962 5 300x234 Is the Great Australian Dream Dead?In the good old days of the 1980’s and 90’s it took around 3 times the average wage to buy the average, median priced home. In the 2000’s it now takes 5 to 7 times average wages to buy the same home.

It doesn’t take a genius to see that buying that elusive first home is now a lot harder than it was a generation ago. In fact in my 26 years in the real estate industry. I’ve never seen so many parents chipping in to help their children to enter the property market.

In the past few years the percentage of first home buyers has dropped from 29% to around 12% as property has become more expensive relative to wages.

For those of us old enough to remember the 18% interest rates of the late 1980’s early 90’s, we wonder what all the fuss is about when people complain about interest rates at 8%.
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The reason is that with much higher average mortgages (around $300K) it doesn’t take much of a rate increase to blow the budget.

Don’t forget also all the other things competing for our dollars such as mobile phone, Pay TV, internet access and of course the ever increasing cost of living and its easy to see why it is so much harder to save for a deposit, never mind servicing the mortgage once we have the deposit.

In light of that, people often ask why they should even consider buying their first home rather than having the flexibility and freedom which comes from renting.

So what should you consider when asking the question, ‘To buy or not to buy?”

One of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do was tell an 86 year old tenant dying of cancer that the property they were renting had been sold and the new owner wanted to take vacant possession.

Sad to say, unlike in Europe, there is not a great deal of protection for tenants in Australia in terms of security of tenure. It’s not so bad when we are young and mobile but one day we are not going to be so young and mobile.

Secondly, when we opt to buy rather than rent, every time we make a payment to the bank part of that payment goes towards paying off the debt. In other words we are increasing our equity in the property. It is also known as ‘forced savings’.

To buy or not to buy? That is the question!

I would be really interested in your thoughts or queries. Please feel free to comment here.

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/australian-dream/feed/ 0 And the Winner is… http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/and-the-winner-is/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/and-the-winner-is/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 13:08:52 +0000 admin http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4983 Congratulations to Adelle Romano, we wish you well, and hope you enjoy your prize.

Stay tuned for more great prizes to come.

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Congratulations to our winner of our April Give away.

v42zdez7pnjn.png 300x154 Margaret River Holiday Give Away, and the winner is...The lucky winner received a holiday package of three night’s accommodation at the very restful Darby Apartments in Margaret River.

Congratulations to Adelle Romano, we wish you well, and hope you enjoy your prize.

Stay tuned for more great prizes to come.

Don’t forget to order your FREE package right HERE. featuring the 9 Most Costly Mistakes People Make When Selling Their Home and How To Avoid Them.

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Sold in just two weeks!

The owners of this socialite’s delight are delighted with the quick sale in this tough market. Just strolling distance to one of the most vibrant areas in the Northern suburbs on Beaufort Street.

If you are thinking of selling wouldn’t you want to achieve the same result? Call Bernie today for a chat about just how we can help you achieve your goal.

14/7 Vincent St, Mount Lawley

DSCN2081 2 001 Mount Lawley, 7 Vincent Street Under Offer in Just 2 weeks!

Property Details

Listing Price: Sold in Just 2 weeks
Address: 14/7 Vincent Street
City: Mount Lawley
State: WA
Pcode: 6060
Feature: Newly decorated
Feature: Small Complex of 24 units
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: 1
Feature: Close to Cafe Strip
Feature: Close to Transport

Water Rates: $793.15
Shire Rates: $1020.87
Strata Levy (Qtr): $479.75
Special Levy (Qtr): NA

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/7vincentst/feed/ 0 -31.93689 115.869663-31.93689115.869663 Negative Gearing – Australia’s Sacred Cow! http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/negative-gearing/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/negative-gearing/#comments Sun, 22 Apr 2012 16:18:27 +0000 admin http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4878 Read More]]> Negative Gearing Australias Sacred Cow!The term ‘negative gearing’ is almost synonymous with property ownershop in Australia.

Australia is one of the few places in the world where people deliberately buy property with the intention of losing money.

Lose money on property???? …. Never!!!

Yes, to negatively gear a property is to lose money on the difference between the rental income and all the outgoings in the form of interest on the loan, shire and water rates, maintenance etc.

That’s loss is then claimed against the owner’s income as a tax deduction which reduces the overall loss. Still a loss is still a loss. So why would anyone buy a property to deliberately lose money every week?

We all know the answer: in order to reap a substantial capital gain at some undetermined time in the future. So far, so good, as long as the property appreciates in value to a point which offsets the previous years losses plus adjustment for inflation and capital gains tax.

If the investor is prepared to hold the property for sufficient time, everyone is happy.

The real question, in my mind and increasingly in the mind of some serious economic commentators is, ‘Should the general taxpayer subsidise the losses incurred by investors due to negative gearing?’

Or in other words…

Should a renter struggling to pay rent or save a deposit to buy a first home subsidise through the tax system, investors who are sufficiently wealthy to be able to afford a second and subsequent properties, AND who can afford to lose money on them on a daily basis?

The practice of negative gearing adds no additional housing stock to the market as most all investors purchase already established homes, rather than new homes.

Tax concessions for the construction of new homes would at least be an incentive to investors to build new homes as well as providing employment to the building and associated industries.

However, if I were a taxpayer struggling to pay rent whilst saving for a deposit to buy my first home, I think I would object to subsidising those who already have at least one property by way of the tax system.

What do you think?

I would be really interested in your thoughts or queries. Please feel free to comment here.

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/negative-gearing/feed/ 0 Glendalough, 38/29 Heard Way – $300,000 http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/3820-ellerby-street/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/3820-ellerby-street/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:34:17 +0000 Vicki http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4852 Read More]]> Terrific Opportunity!
This 2 bedroom unit is light, bright and spacious. It has been renovated and has a brand new white tiled
bathroom/laundry. The unit is Air Conditioned with an enclosed sunroom. The unit also has an undercover cay bay.

Download a Brochure – 38/29 Heard Way, Glendalough

29Heard2 e1334737883240 Glendalough, 38/29 Heard Way $300,000

Property Details

Listing Price: $300,000
Address: 38/29 Heard Way
City: Glendalough
State: WA
Pcode: 6016
Feature: Air Conditioned
Feature: Sun Room
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: 1 Undercover
Feature: New Tiled bathroom
Feature: Renovated

Water Rates: $629.80pa
Shire Rates: $1,060.56pa
Strata Levy (Qtr): $369.70pq
Special Levy (Qtr):

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/3820-ellerby-street/feed/ 0 -31.9205865256284 115.81847190856934-31.9205865256284115.81847190856934 Yokine, 15/65 Shakespeare Avenue – Leased http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/65-shakespeare-avenue/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/65-shakespeare-avenue/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:25:09 +0000 Vicki http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4838 Read More]]> This 2 bedroom ground floor unit has been renovated to a very high tastefull standard. It features split system air conditioning, alarm system, below bench fridge and freezer. There is a beautifull breakfast bar with bar stools. Built in robes to the main bedroom with wooden blinds throughout. Large stylish bathroom/laundry. The unit has a private front entry and rear courtyard.

IMG 6559 Yokine, 15/65 Shakespeare Avenue LeasedMain Photo

Property Details

Listing Price: $370.00 per week
Address: 15/65 Shakespeare Avenue
City: YOKINE
State: WA
Pcode: 6060
Feature: Alarm System
Feature: Air Conditioned
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: 1
Feature: Close to shops and schools
Feature: Rear courtyard

Furniture: Unfurnished
Available Date: Now
Viewing Time: Monday 30th April 5.15-5.30
Pets: No
Bond: $1480

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You Had to Be Quick For This One!

Sold in a relatively short time in this market, the buyers are delighted with their purchase and the sellers very happy with the result.

This good solid 2 bedroom character home in lovely street close to buses and shops was viewed by a good number of interested parties.

Congratulations to the new owners.

If you’d like the chance at a similar result give Bernie a call for a chat about your real estate needs today on 9444 4099.

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24 Wilberforce St, Mount Hawthorn

24Wilberforce2 Mount Hawthorn, Great Price Quick Sale!

Property Details

Listing Price: SOLD in quick time!
Address: 24 Wilberforce Street
City: Mount Hawthorn
State: WA
Pcode: 6016
Feature: Close to Transport
Feature: Close to Shops
Land Area: 446sqm
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking:
Feature:
Feature:

Water Rates: $866.15
Shire Rates: $1119.65
Strata Levy (Qtr): NA
Special Levy (Qtr): NA

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The One You’ve Been Waiting For!

Homes like this rarely come up for sale, so if you are looking for a classy, renovated, character home, this could be for you. Features 3 bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, modern kitchen and huge living room, formal dining, ducted Daikin Air conditioner. Picture yourself enjoying the fantastic below ground salt water pool, and a magnificent air conditioned ‘man cave’!

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Download a Brochure – 38 Waterloo St, Joondanna

DSCN1971 001 Joondanna, 38 Waterloo Street $735,000

Property Details

Listing Price: $735,000
Address: 38 Waterloo Street
City: Joondanna
State: WA
Pcode: 6060
Feature: Salt Water Pool (below ground)
Feature: Ducted Air Conditioning (reverse cycle)
Land Area: 541sqm
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1.5
Carparking: 2 garage
Feature: 'Man Cave' (shed)
Feature: Alarm System

Water Rates: $840.20 pa
Shire Rates: $1,230.08 pa
Strata Levy (Qtr): NA
Special Levy (Qtr): NA

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/38waterloost/feed/ 0 -31.9105619 115.8295775-31.9105619115.8295775 North Perth, 76 London Street – $675,000 http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/76-london-street/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/76-london-street/#comments Fri, 13 Apr 2012 02:57:22 +0000 Vicki http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4803 Read More]]>

Renovate? Why Not!

This 2 bedroom charcter home on a 596m2 block is perfect for renovation and extension!
It is situated next to natural bush and parklands, the home offers polished floorboards, air conditioning, beautifully renovated bathroom, neat and tidy kitchen and laundry and picturesque gardens at the rear.

Phone Bernie on 9444 4099 today for your private viewing!

Download a Brochure – 76 London St, North Perth

76LondonCouple North Perth, 76 London Street $675,000

Listing Price: $675,000
Address: 76 London Street
City: North Perth
State: WA
Pcode: 6006
Feature: Air Conditioning
Feature: Polished Floor Boards
Land Area: 596m2
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking:
Feature: Renovated Kitchen
Feature: Large rear gardens

Water Rates: $845.30pa
Shire Rates: $1,080.37pa
Strata Levy (Qtr):
Special Levy (Qtr):

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/76-london-street/feed/ 0 -31.919592 115.845022-31.919592115.845022 Northbridge, 6/182 James Street – Leased http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/6182-james-street/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/6182-james-street/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:20:00 +0000 Vicki http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4786 Read More]]> This 2 1 x apartment has a huge balcony including Cafe Curtains and is surrounded by fantastic restaurants and parks and is city living at it’s best. Just a short stroll into the city. It features built in robes, washing machine, fridge, dryer and microwave. It is Air conditioned and has security parking.

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Property Details

Listing Price: $495.00 per week
Address: 6/182 James Street
City: Northbridge
State: WA
Pcode: 6003
Feature: Air Conditioned
Feature: Secure Parking
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: 1 secure
Feature: Large Balcony
Feature: White Goods Inlcuded

Furniture: Unfurnished
Available Date: 09th May, 2012
Viewing Time:
Pets: No
Bond: $1980.00

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/6182-james-street/feed/ 0 -31.9471656 115.8557101-31.9471656115.8557101 Mt Hawthorn, 17 London Street – Leased http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/17-london-street/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/17-london-street/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:20:58 +0000 Vicki http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4777 Read More]]> This delightful property is as new inside! It has an Ikea kitchen and bathroom, large main
bedroom, new carpets, new wood floor boards and freshly painted throughout!
There is an enclosed sun room.
Bus at the front door and only minutes into the city.
Pets considered.

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Property Details

Listing Price: $450.00 per week
Address: 17 London Street
City: Mt Hawthorn
State: WA
Pcode: 6016
Feature: New Floor Coverings
Feature: Freshly Painted
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: Driveway
Feature: Pets Considered
Feature: Ikea kitchen and bathroom

Furniture: Unfurnished
Available Date: 24th April, 2012
Viewing Time: Monday 23rd April
Pets: Considered
Bond: $1800.00

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/17-london-street/feed/ 0 -31.923257 115.845676-31.923257115.845676 Margaret River Giveaway – 3 nights accommodation http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/margaret-river/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/margaret-river/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 02:54:27 +0000 admin http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4753 Read More]]> book1 Margaret River Giveaway 3 nights accommodationBetween now and the end of April we are giving away 3 nights accommodation at Darby Park Resort in Margaret River.

To be in the running to win, all you have to do is Like us (click ‘Like’ button below) on Facebook and order your Free ‘Home Sellers Guide to Selling Your Home For The Highest Price’, by complete form below.

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/margaret-river/feed/ 0 Property Values to Fall By 40% !! http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/property-values-to-fall-by-40/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/property-values-to-fall-by-40/#comments Sun, 08 Apr 2012 11:48:30 +0000 admin http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4736 Read More]]> home prices 300x236 Property Values to Fall By 40% !!There are a number of gloom and doom merchants out there, some from the other side of the world, peddling the line that Australian house prices are overvalued by 40% to 60%.

It is true that property prices in WA were over valued following the boom of 2006, when the median price increased by 42% in one year.

Since 2007 prices have been naturally deflating, assisted by higher interest rates, low affordability particularly among first home buyers, and of course the Global Financial Crisis.

Add to that Federal Government interference in the form of economic stimulus to the housing market at the end of 2008 and the subsequent drought of first home buyers in 2010/11 means that the median price of a house in Perth has fallen by 10%, from $505,000 in 2006 to $450,000 to the end of 2011. (according to RP Data Rismark index).

Since Christmas buyer activity has increased and the number of weekly sales is now over 800 compared to 600 at this time last year.

The GFC was largely a North Atlantic phenomenon and Australia was to a degree insulated from it due to our very solid banking system, Chinese demand for our minerals and a strong economic balance sheet bequeathed by the former coalition government.

So what can we look forward to in 2012 and beyond? …

The WA economy has the lowest unemployment rate in the country at 4.2% and the hundreds of billions of dollars worth of resource projects soon to start flowing into the local economy.

In addition you would have heard that rents are going through the roof. The vacancy rate in Perth is a very low 1.6%. At that rate investors will be attracted back into the market and first home buyers will find it more financially viable to buy rather than rent, provided that the deposit barrier is overcome.

I don’t see prices rising for the remainder of this year as there are still currently over 14,000 properties on the market in Perth. However, once that number drops to 11,000 to 12,000 there will be pressure on values as the supply/demand equations kicks in.

In summary if you are waiting for prices to fall by 40% before you buy, you are taking a big risk. It ain’t gonna happen.

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Immaculate

Picture yourself in this beautifully presented modern home. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and loads of space. A property like this is very special and is therefore, looking for a very special owner. It could be you!

Built in 2005 and set amongst quality homes, just a short walk to Lake Gwelup, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the shinning presentation.

Very well priced for this location and the owners are serious about selling.

Phone Bernie on 9444 4099 today for your private viewing.

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Property Details

Listing Price: $649,000
Address: 18A Gwelup Street
City: Karrinyup
State: WA
Pcode: 6018
Feature: Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
Feature: Built in 2005
Land Area: 273sqm
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Carparking: 2 Garage
Feature: Insulation
Feature: Close to Lake Gwelup

Water Rates: $1033.25
Shire Rates: $1684.32
Strata Levy (Qtr): NA
Special Levy (Qtr): NA

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This executive 2 bedroom plus study apartment boasts
2 Bathrooms – 3 Toilets
Ducted Air Conditioning – State of the Art Security!
Granite Bench Tops.
Gym in the complex.
Super City Views!
Ample storage with 2 secure car bays!

Download a Brochure – 25/258 Newcastle St, Perth

14 e1332228487272 Perth, 25/258 Newcastle Street $649,000

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Listing Price: $649,000
Address: 25/254-258 Newcastle Street
City: Perth
State: WA
Pcode: 6003
Feature: Fully Secure Complex
Feature: Ducted Air Conditioning
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Carparking: 2 secure
Feature: Gym in the complex
Feature: Super City Views

Water Rates: $973.50 pa
Shire Rates: $1,433.94 pa
Strata Levy (Qtr): $991.18 pq
Special Levy (Qtr):

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Attractive Villa!

This well appointed villa is situated within 10 minutes from Schools, Shops and CBD!
It boasts many features being:
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
Separate lounge/dining
Nice Courtyard
Split System in Family Room
Single lock up garage.

3 Swan Street, Osborne Park

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Property Details

Listing Price: $420.00
Address: 3 Swan Street
City: Osborne Park
State: WA
Pcode: 6027
Feature: Air Conditioned
Feature: Ensuite
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Carparking: 1 secure garage
Feature: Lock Up Garage
Feature: Courtyard

Furniture: Unfurnished
Available Date: 28/3/2012
Viewing Time: TBA
Pets: No
Bond: $1680.00

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Modern kitchen, air-conditioning, tiled living areas and large pagola area are just some of the amazing features on offer here.

10 Sorensen Road, High Wycombe

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Listing Price: $350.00
Address: 10 Sorensen Road
City: High Wycombe
State: WA
Pcode: 6057
Feature: Airconditioning
Feature: Modern Kitchen
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: 1
Feature: Large Yard
Feature: Ample storage

Furniture: Unfurnished
Available Date: 31/3/2012
Viewing Time: Wednesday 14th March 5.00-5.30
Pets: Negotiable
Bond: $1400.00

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It boasts large rooms throughout, polished wooden floorboards, and has a split system air conditioner for cooling to the lounge. The master bedroom has built in robes and all bedrooms have ceiling fans. The home is on a large block perfect for the young family.

23 Jugan Street, Mount Hawthorn

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Property Details

Listing Price: $600.00 per week
Address: 23 Jugan Street
City: Mount Hawthorn
State: WA
Pcode: 6016
Feature: Airconditioning
Feature: Ceiling Fans
Land Area:
Living Area:
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Carparking: 2
Feature: Walk to Train Station
Feature: Floorboards

Furniture: Unfurnished
Available Date: 9th March 2012
Viewing Time: Monday 19th March 5.15-5.30
Pets: No
Bond: $2600

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Home Maintenance e1285983914411 300x269 Are You At Risk?

There is a temptation to twist something to better suit us or to create a better outcome (and I’m sure at some time or another we have tried). Or maybe we choose to be lenient with a tenant, with rent arrears for example, because we sympathise with their circumstances. You choose to cut the cost with maintenance as you have a ‘mate’ who is handy, or you choose to let it go because it is not serious enough. Any one of these situations may be enough to put you at risk and jeopardise the outcome of an insurance claim or a tribunal outcome, should the situation arise.

Legislation that may seem harsh is there for the protection of both the landlord and the tenant. Not serving the appropriate notices to a tenant when they are behind, not giving adequate notice for entry to a property, short cuts in your approach to maintenance may mean a claim not going your way, or you not being covered to the full extent of the policy.

Would you like a chat about the management of your investment property? Give Bernie or Victoria a call today on 08 9444 4099.

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]]> http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/what-michelle-says/feed/ 0 Is There Any Value In Going Local? http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/going-local/ http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/going-local/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 03:40:10 +0000 admin http://www.berniekroczek.com.au/?p=4395 Read More]]> Often the question in any seller’s mind is whether to use the local agent or to use someone they know and trust and who has the experience but is not local.

There are aguments for and against.
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From a personal point of view as a practicing real estate agent with over 25 years experience and over 1000 sales under my belt, I find it doesn’t make much difference if the agent is local or not.

I have sold properties from Yanchep to Mandurah, although I would usually refer the business to a local agent, these days, where the property is more than 30 minutes from our office in Mount Hawthorn.

In cases where the property is more than 30 minutes away it becomes more a question of efficiency and economics rather than local knowledge as this can be picked up very quickly in these days of instant information.

Going for a local agent for its own sake doesn’t necessarily bring with it experience or competancy. If the local agent is only selling one property a month it doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, does it?
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Also because of the internet, today buyers prefer to deal with the agent who has the listing, all things being equal, as opposed to simply contacting a local agent to view a property just because they happen to be in the area.

As for a local agent having better knowledge of values in a particular area, in this age where information is instantly accessible an agent can, with a bit of on-line research, establish a property’s value even if they are an “out of area” agent. Licensed valuers do it all the time.

So what are the main qualities to look for when choosing an agent, whether they be local or out of your area?

  • Do you like them and can you work with them?
  • Do you trust them?
  • Do they have good communication skills?
  • How long have they been in the business and how many properties do they sell every year?
  • Can they produce testimonials from happy customers?
  • What sort of internet presence do they have? (e.g. website, Facebook etc)
  • Are they in regular contact with their database by way of newsletters, blogs, Facebook?
  • Do they offer an unconditional written guarantee for their services?
  • Are they confident enough in their own marketing skills to pay for the marketing?

    • If you can satisfy yourself on most of these questions, it doesn’t really matter whether the agent is local or not, to a large degree.

    I would be really interested in your thoughts on this. Please feel free to comment here.

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