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Nov 12

John McGrath – Allure of the Coastal Azure

By appraise.works NEWS

The higher supply of homes for sale this Spring is taking some heat out of the market, according to the latest CoreLogic data. During the month of October, there was lower price growth in the best-performing capital cities of Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane, and we saw the first slip in…

Nov 05

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John McGrath – The Calm Home: Serene, Smart & Safe

By appraise.works NEWS, SELLING TIPS

As we head into November, sellers may be interested to hear of new PropTrack data indicating this may be the best month to sell says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.

Oct 28

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John McGrath – A new era in Australian property

By appraise.works NEWS

The new 2025 McGrath Report, reveals four major East Coast market trends as well as my top 21 suburb picks for the new year in NSW, Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.

Oct 21

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John McGrath – Best buying tips for this Spring season

By appraise.works BUYING TIPS, NEWS

In the first month of this Spring season, we saw the highest number of new listings come onto the market since 2021 says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Oct 14

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Affordability | John McGrath – Cheapest suburbs for family homes

By appraise.works BUYING TIPS, NEWS

Affordability is a key challenge for many buyers today, due to ongoing price rises in most markets and higher interest rates making home loans difficult to get and more expensive to service says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Oct 08

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John McGrath – More million-dollar markets than ever before

By appraise.works NEWS

The number of Australian suburbs with a $1 million median price for either houses or apartments has reached a new record high, says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO and according to new CoreLogic data.

Sep 30

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John McGrath – More choice for Spring buyers in these East Coast areas

By appraise.works NEWS

A shortage of homes for sale has been a constant challenge for buyers this year, creating main driver of price growth, says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Sep 23

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John McGrath – New supply begins under National Housing Accord

By appraise.works BUYING TIPS, NEWS

New supply begins under National Housing Accord and it's interesting to see what happens when you raise the supply of new homes, particularly apartments, in the marketplace.

Sep 16

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John McGrath – More buyers using government-guaranteed loans

By appraise.works BUYING TIPS, NEWS

One in three Australians who bought their first homes in FY24 did so with the help of the Federal Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Sep 09

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John McGrath – Regional values still rising but at a slower pace

By appraise.works BUYING TIPS, NEWS

Affordability challenges in coastal and country towns where home values have grown significantly in recent years are one factor slowing price growth today says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Sep 02

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John McGrath – Seasonal lift in listings ahead as Spring begins

By appraise.works NEWS, SELLING TIPS

The busy Spring season begins this week and selling conditions are favourable in most markets across the country says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Aug 26

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John McGrath – How long will it take to sell your home?

By appraise.works NEWS, SELLING TIPS

Many factors will determine how long it will take to sell your home. Some are within your control, such as the quality of your marketing; and some are not, like selling conditions in your local area says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Aug 19

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John McGrath – Why are apartment values rising faster than houses?

By appraise.works INVESTORS, NEWS

Over the past three months, apartments have recorded higher price growth than houses in every capital city except Darwin and Canberra, which both have higher levels of supply at the moment says John McGrath, McGrath Estate Agents CEO.

Aug 13

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John McGrath – Relief for renters as heat comes out of market

By appraise.works LEASING TIPS, NEWS

Rents are barely rising at a national level, and are even starting to fall in some capital cities, providing relief for tenants after several years of very strong price growth amid historically low vacancy rates

Jul 29

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John McGrath – The Winter myth makes it a great time to sell

By appraise.works NEWS, SELLING TIPS

The theory that Winter is a bad time of year to sell is a myth that has persisted for as long as I’ve been around in real estate says John McGrath.

Jul 10

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The Strategic Importance of Property Maintenance for Investors

By appraise.works Guides, INVESTORS, NEWS, SELLING TIPS

The Strategic Importance of Property Maintenance for Investors As a property investor, your real estate portfolio is a critical source of financial growth and stability. However, investing in property isn't a 'set and forget' process. Proactive management, particularly in the area of repairs and maintenance, is essential. While maintenance might…

Jul 10

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Pool Compliance in New South Wales

By appraise.works INVESTORS, Guides, NEWS

Ensuring Swimming Pool Compliance in New South Wales: A Guide for Residential Property Owners Owning a swimming pool can be a fantastic feature for any residential property, offering endless enjoyment and a boost to property value. However, with this privilege comes the crucial responsibility of ensuring your pool complies with…

Mar 18

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JOHN MCGRATH – MORE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN OWN PROPERTY THAN MEN

By appraise.works NEWS

Over the past two decades, single career women have become an influential buying force in the property market. When I started in real estate 40 years ago, it was very rare to conduct an auction and have a 28-year-old female on her own buy the property. Nowadays when you put…

Feb 19

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JOHN MCGRATH – THE TRENDS DRIVING REGIONAL PROPERTY PRICE GROWTH

By appraise.works NEWS

I can see many lifestyle areas performing as well or better than their city counterparts over the next decade. This capital growth will be driven by two main trends. Firstly, as our population continues to age, more empty nesters will be purchasing premium houses and apartments in desirable seachange and…

Feb 12

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INVESTORS ARE BACK AND LOOKING FURTHER AFIELD

By appraise.works INVESTORS, NEWS

The Autumn auction season is off to a very strong start, with higher-than-average auction clearance rates recorded and enthusiastic bidding among multiple parties seen across many markets. The first major Saturday of 2024 saw the second-highest number of homes go to auction since CoreLogic began keeping records in 2008.…

Feb 06

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JOHN MCGRATH – FIRST HOME BUYERS ARE IN THE MARKET DESPITE PEAK INTEREST RATES.

By appraise.works NEWS, BUYING TIPS

It’s interesting to see more first home buying in the market despite 13 interest rate rises since May 2022 and a cost-of-living crunch caused by inflation. Traditionally, first home buyers have the tightest budgets of all, so why are more of them around? First to the data. The latest…

Jan 31

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WHERE DID PRICES RISE THE MOST IN 2023?

By appraise.works NEWS

Affordable suburbs with median house prices below $500,000 dominated the best areas for price growth across Australia last year. CoreLogic’s annual Best of the Best report shows that buyers competed strongly for affordable homes in lower-priced markets amid high interest rates. Perth suburbs dominated the best growth areas nationally,…

Jan 19

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JOHN MCGRATH – A MARKET WRAP & WHAT’S IN STORE FOR FY24

By appraise.works NEWS

The market correction we experienced during FY23 was both short and sharp, with Australian home values returning to growth much earlier than expected despite continually increasing interest rates. A shortage of stock for sale is driving the commencement of this new market cycle which is a trend being seen across…

NEWS

John McGrath – Allure of the Coastal Azure

John McGrath – The Calm Home: Serene, Smart & Safe

John McGrath – A new era in Australian property

John McGrath – Best buying tips for this Spring season

Affordability | John McGrath – Cheapest suburbs for family homes

John McGrath – More million-dollar markets than ever before

John McGrath – More choice for Spring buyers in these East Coast areas

John McGrath – New supply begins under National Housing Accord

John McGrath – More buyers using government-guaranteed loans

John McGrath – Regional values still rising but at a slower pace

John McGrath – Seasonal lift in listings ahead as Spring begins

John McGrath – How long will it take to sell your home?

John McGrath – Why are apartment values rising faster than houses?

John McGrath – Relief for renters as heat comes out of market

John McGrath – The Winter myth makes it a great time to sell

The Strategic Importance of Property Maintenance for Investors

Pool Compliance in New South Wales

JOHN MCGRATH – MORE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN OWN PROPERTY THAN MEN

JOHN MCGRATH – THE TRENDS DRIVING REGIONAL PROPERTY PRICE GROWTH

INVESTORS ARE BACK AND LOOKING FURTHER AFIELD

JOHN MCGRATH – FIRST HOME BUYERS ARE IN THE MARKET DESPITE PEAK INTEREST RATES.

WHERE DID PRICES RISE THE MOST IN 2023?

JOHN MCGRATH – A MARKET WRAP & WHAT’S IN STORE FOR FY24

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