3 Simple tips to get your Padstow to Picnic Point property ready for sale
While you often hear real estate agents go on about ‘location, location, location’ there’s also a lot to be said for property presentation. A well-presented property is more likely to sell faster than one that is messy and cluttered, so before you put your property on the market it is well-worth taking the time to give it a good spruce up. Clean and de-clutter – When potential buyers start walking through your home they’re going to want to imagine their new life there without having to think about everyday chores like dirty dishes or...
read moreHave your say on the Bankstown City Council Draft Budget 2015-2016
The Padstow to Picnic Point community is being invited to have a say on the Bankstown Council’s 2015-16 Draft Operational Plan and budget. One of the highlights in the draft budget is a record $12.4 million investment in improving the local road network, this is up almost $1 million from the last budget. Other highlights of the budget include: $1.3 million for footpath improvements, including Marion Street and Chapel Road; $1.3 million towards the upgrade of Town Centres in Padstow (Gibson Avenue) and Greenacre (Waterloo Road); $1.2 million...
read moreQuestions to ask before buying your next property
Buying a new home, whether it’s your first, second or possibly even your 10th, is always a big life decision and should never be taken lightly. But with low interest and an increasing pressure to get into the market before property prices skyrocket, we’ve found that a lot of people are in a rush to buy – but before you do you should always take the time to ask yourself some key questions. Should you buy to invest or live in? If you can’t afford to buy a property where you want to live, then it could be worth buying an investment...
read moreCommemorating ANZAC Day 2015 from Padstow to Picnic Point
Between 2014 and 2018, the Padstow to Picnic Point region will be commemorating the ANZAC Centenary – a significant event marking 100 years since the First World War. During the ANZAC Centenary, communities all over Australia and beyond will not only commemorate the original Anzacs who served in Gallipoli in 1915 but also Australia’s Century of Service in all wars, conflicts and peace operations. Locally there will be a number of special events that will be held to pay tribute to Australia’s soldiers both past and present. The Bankstown...
read moreHow to increase your borrowing power
Interest rates are current sitting at record lows, making it a great time to look at breaking into the property market or buying an investment property. If you’re dream home is slightly out of financial reach though, there are some things you can do to help boost your borrowing power. Start saving – Ok, so our first tip is fairly obvious but the most sure-fire way to increase you borrowing capacity is to have a big lump sum of money saved away in the bank. Save as much as you can to not only increase your equity and the amount you have...
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