Property market review

The state government commissioned a review into the Victorian property industry. All stakeholders  were invited to participate by making recommendations as to ways of making the property industry better and fairer for everyone. I provided a submission, below are my 12 recommendations. 1. The regulators of the real estate industry in Victoria are Consumer Affairs…

Owners corporation works

OC ; Oh No!

If you are a member of an owner’s corporation there is a good chance you are paying too much for repairs and maintenance. Being a member of an owner’s corporation I have had to perform the role of project manager to avoid this scenario. Building repair and maintenance quotes that have been provided by the…

Not Cool!

For many people buying a home can be a highly emotional experience. Invariably it is the largest financial outlay a person will make.There are not only financial consequences, decisions are being made about the very essence of a person’s lifestyle; where to live and all the implications of that choice. Feelings of doubt, fear and…