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• Torrens title single level 3 bed brick home

• Perfect for the unit, villa or investor buyer

• L shape lounge & dining + family meals area

• Lock up garage + low maintenance grounds

• Easy fl at walk to the lake, shops & transport

• Beautiful low maintenance home!

• Deceptively large 3 bedroom home

• 569 sqm block with good access

• Formal lounge room with fi replace

• Large back family room

• Queensland/paradise entertaining area

• Neat kitchen with gas cooking

• Low maintenance block

• Perfect fi rst home or investment

• Immaculately presented inside and out

• Spacious 4 bedroom home plus study

• 2x bathrooms (main and ensuite) + 3x w/c

• Ducted air conditioning throughout

• Separate theatre/media room

• Open planned tiled family room

• Outdoor undercover entertaining area

• Landscaped grounds and gardens

• Beautiful renovated 3 bedroom home

• Stunning new dream kitchen

• 2 x renovated bathrooms

• Sundrenched open planned living area

• Massive outdoor undercover BBQ entertaining

area

• Level yard, garaging, quiet side street – it’s fantastic!

• Immaculately presented 4 bedroom home

• Located in a lovely quiet cul-de-sac

• Formal lounge + family +study

• 2 x bathrooms (main + ensuite)

• Stunning outdoor undercover BBQ ent area

• Above ground pool, garaging + caravan/boat

storage

• Well presented 3 bedroom home

• Modern kitchen with gas cooking and breakfast bar

• Tiled meals area

• Beautiful bathroom + 2 x w/c

• Ducted air conditioning throughout

• Large entertaining deck

• Low maintenance backyard

• Great central location

• 1 Acre property (4,492 sqm)

• 6 month old 4 bedroom home

• Spacious open planned living areas

• 2 x bathrooms (main + ensuite)

• Double car garage + storage

• Outdoor living/Alfresco area

• Perfect for the horse or animal lover

• Great hobby farm or anyone wanting space!

• Grandma can move in too!

• Stunning single level family home

• Master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in-robe

• Guest bedroom with ensuite and built-in

• Sundrenched formal lounge/dining room

• Spacious open planned tiled family room

• Dream kitchen with stainless appliances

• Outdoor alfresco entertaining area

57 Myles Avenue

24 Crest Avenue

21 Vantage Circuit

68 Upfold Street5 Rutherglen Place

2/164 Jubilee Road

6A Heritage Drive

18 Devonshire Street

Price: $469,950Contact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: Best Offer Over $339,950Contact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: Best Offer Over $535,000Contact: Jedda Douglas 0456 063 397

Price: Best Offer Over $445,000 Contact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: Offers Over $440,000Contact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: Best Offer Over $429,950Contact: Jedda Douglas 0456 063 397

Price: Offers Over $499,950Contact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: Best Offer Over $525,000Contact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

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P roposals to remove park-ing from new apartment developments close to transport have the

support of strata industry peak body Strata Community Australia (NSW), which says there are a number of reasons why this is a good idea.

SCA (NSW) President Greg Haywood said the organisation welcomed the new building initiatives and believed that local councils have for too long been the holder of lifestyle choices for new buildings. Further they are not always in touch with the housing choices that people actually want.

“There are many garages in inner city buildings that simply

Units with nowhere to

parkdon’t get used. A higher infl uence on bicycle, scooter and shared car parking would all help to reduce our congested roads and carbon footprint,” Mr Haywood said.

“The increase in shared car services also means that for most people living close to public trans-port they will rarely need a car and when they do the car share option is likely to be available.

“Some Councils are already providing allocated shared park-ing spaces as part of the develop-ment process.”

From a strata manager perspec-tive, not having to deal with the issues that parking can cause between apartment owners can only be a positive thing for

community harmony.“Ask any strata manager what

the main issues are they have to resolve in many strata schemes and they will name parking as one of the top three. People parking in visitors spaces and not actually visiting, people parking in some-one else’s place, people parking illegally on common property are just some of the issues they encounter,” Mr Haywood said.

“One of the main problems arises from commuters illegally parking in visitor parking spaces. Allowing developers to leave parking out of new developments close to public transport would also resolve this small but not insignifi cant problem.”

TELARAH OFFERS OVER $295K TELARAH OFFERS OVER $240K EAST BRANXTON $279K O.N.O EAST GRESFORD $649KINVESTOR or 1st HOME BUYER. High ceilings with fans, 3 large bedrooms, BIR’s, mirror in main, Cottage timber kitchen with N/G cook top, electric appliances, Large oval bath tub in bathroom, wood fi re in lounge room. Two reception areas, verandahs front and back, large yard and L/U garage. Close to the Telarah Train Station, Rutherford & Maitland Shopping Centres.

INVESTOR or 1st HOME BUYER. Internally fully refurbished, 3 bedroom, Separate garage/man shed, Brand new bathroom & laundry, A/C lounge room/ kitchen areas, Close to Telarah Primary School, shopping centres & train station.

Near new 3 bedroom villa with BIR’s, A/C split system in lounge/dining, Large funct. Modern kitchen, Ensuite off main bedroom, Private paved & covered court yard, Water tank installed for garden, Dbl L/U remote controlled garage.

GREAT VIEWS! Situated on 10.82 Ha overlooking the Allyn River, fully fenced, Three bed cottage with s/c granny fl at, 3 bay shed including a workshop, 3 phase power to shed, two 25,000 ltr tanks, 8 man outdoor spa housed under cover, Wide, long verandah for entertaining, Horses! Motorcycling! Cattle! Fishing!.

97 Church Street, Maitland NSW 2320

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Newcastle’s newest residential apartment building is perfectly located within short walking distance of the new University campus (400 staff + 4,000 students), new law courts and proposed new light rail at your doorstep.

you are within minutes of the best Newcastle has to offer.

Newcastle’s highest building to date – rising 18 storeys in height with 360 degree views of the harbour, beach, city and beyond. The development offers a range of studios, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments, gym and pool facilities.

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WALLSEND OFFERS OVER $360,000

MAYFIELD $419,000

GLENDALE OFFERS OVER $325,000

CARDIFF SOUTH $318,000

GLENDALE OFFERS OVER $399,950

MARYLAND OFFERS OVER $385,000

IMMACULATELY PRESENTED• Immaculately renovated throughout, with a modern kitchen and bathroom• 3 bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes, 2 with ceiling fans• Lined garage, perfect for the teenager, plus workshop• Undercover BBQ area, drive through access, fully fenced backyard• Close to transport, close to schools, approx. 1.2km to Wallsend Plaza

CHARM OF YESTER YEAR• Clad & tile 3 bedroom home main with ceiling fan, sunroom• 2 living areas, formal dining, original fi replace, reverse cycle air conditioner• Kitchen with dining area, bathroom with bath & shower plus separate W/C• Single lock up garage, carport, low maintenance yard• Approx. 700m to Mayfi eld CBD, close to major bus routes and schools

ATTENTION FIRST HOME BUYERS• 3 bedrooms main has ceiling fan plus sunroom, freshly painted throughout• Spacious bathroom freshly renovated, separate toilet• Lounge room with reverse cycle air conditioner & gas bayonet• Kitchen with breakfast bar open to dining, carport, under house storage• Approx. 1.1km to Glendale Supa Centre, close to transport & schools

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED• 3 bedrooms, 2 with built-in wardrobes• Lounge, tidy kitchen, bathroom with claw foot bathtub• Single lock up garage, driveway access, fully fenced• Approx. 400m to local primary school, approx. 900m to high school• Approx. 1.7km to Cardiff CBD, approx. 1.8km to Cardiff Train Station

WELL PRESENTED FAMILY HOME• 3 bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, 2 bedrooms have ceiling fans• Modern bathroom, shower recess and bathtub plus separate W/C• Lounge with reverse cycle air conditioner, kitchen open to dining area• Large undercover BBQ entertaining area, sep teenage retreat with 2nd W/C• Approx. 1.5m from Cardiff CBD, close to transport and schools

BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED• Beautifully presented brick veneer and tile family home.• Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 have built-in wardrobes, bathroom with spa bath.• Modern kitchen opening onto dining & lounge with ducted air conditioning.• Double garage, off street parking, fenced yard, undercover BBQ area.• Close to transport, approx. 850m to local shops and schools.

OPEN HOME SATURDAY 11.00-11.30am 10 Gamack Street

OPEN HOME SATURDAY 12.00-12.30pm 10 Berrico Avenue

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W ith negative gear-ing fi rmly in the spotlight amid surging house

prices, Aviate Group Managing Director Neil Smoli believes the best way to address concerns that negative gearing infl ates prices is for it to apply only to off -the-plan or newly renovated properties.

“Negative gearing recognises the important role of investors in providing rental accommodation by alleviating the tax burden they experience. It’s important to remember the vital part investors play in the Australian housing landscape,” Mr Smoli said.

“However, when investors use a negative gearing strategy to fi nance the purchase of existing dwellings, this has very little

impact on new supply in a market where rental vacancies are very low.

“On one hand, investors using negative gearing to support the purchase of new off -the-plan property have a positive impact by contributing to new rental accommodation. On the other hand, investors who use negative gearing to fi nance the purchase of existing properties do not.

“Investors who purchase exist-ing stock compete directly with the owner-occupier market, only they enjoy an advantageous tax position. This adds to the rising house price environment with no trade off in the form of new supply.”

Turning to specifi cs, Mr Smoli said a model based on the proviso

Positive change is needed

that an investor must be either contributing to demand for – or supply of – new rental accommo-dation to access negative gearing would be necessary.

“Perhaps the fairest way to enable an investor to utilise a negative gearing strategy to contribute to new supply is to make the practice accessible from an agreed timeframe after the initial lease term commences,” Mr Smoli said.

“It typically takes fi ve to six years for an investment property to become neutral, that is, for the rent received to balance the inter-est payable. This is infl uenced by the interest rate of the day, the net rental income received after costs such as management fees, letting fees, body corporate fees and outgoings are taken into account, the investor’s marginal tax rate as well as depreciation allowances.

“Nevertheless a timeline of this duration for the investor to be able to use negative gearing seems logical and fair.”

Mr Smoli said that whatever changes are implemented in the context of property in relation to negative gearing, the same should apply to shares and the equities market.

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Room to MoveSHORTLAND 19 Karloo StreetBuyers Above $335,000

Perfect Price For Your Growing FamilyCARDIFF 87 Myall RoadEXPRE$$ $ALE

Downsize without CompromiseELERMORE VALE 11/18 Sagittarius CloseEXPRE$$ $ALE

• Side access to level backyard

• Sunny aspect• 2 bedrooms

• SLUG• Cute and cozy feel.

• Dont miss the Open Home this Saturday.

• Good position to university.

Hear the birds sing as well as the bank manager sing. This home is perfect for a small family starting out and is a must to inspect with three bedrooms featuring a large back deck.

• Three bedroom home which can be easily converted into four.

• One of Newcastle’s most central locations close to Hospitals, Shopping Centres, Train Station.

• Consists of open plan living area with a charming homely feel.

• Massive deep fenced backyard with the perfect private back deck for watching the children play.

The ideal maintenance free upgrade. Don’t compromise on loosing the location, size and quality of an eight year young freestanding brick and tile home on single level, just because you want maintenance free and that safety/privacy is top of mind!This Torrens Title house is light fi lled with three bedrooms, main with ensuite, double lock up garage, features two

living areas and multiple outdoor entertaining space.You will not spend all weekend mowing the lawns but instead taking advantage of the communal pool facility. Although not an over 55’s complex, it is a small boutique cul-de-sac estate providing the residents with some common facilities.

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• Exquisite weatherboard & iron period home• 4 bedrooms, study, period kitchen & bathroom• Formal sitting area with original fi replace • Air conditioned dining/lounge area• Inground swimming pool and pool shed• Single garage/workshop and carport• You sense that this is something very special• A must to inspect, call for an appointment today

• 2 x vacant blocks of land side by side • Ideal site to build multi dwellings• Town water, sewer, power & phone available • Fully fenced and ready to build on• Number 13 is 574sqm, number 15 is 560 sqm• Offering a combined area of 1,134 sqm• A great opportunity not to be missed• Call Chilli today for further details

• 884 sqm fantastic block with great views• Located on the high side of the street• Surrounded by other quality homes• Power, water, phone, sewer and gas available • One of the best remaining blocks in Cessnock• Only a few remaining blocks left in this area• Short drive to schools and shopping centres

• Tranquil (1.75ha) near 5 acre property • 3 bedroom home with multiple living areas• Extensive decking, beautiful elevated views• Scenic bushland surrounds, usable acres• Set amongst 600 Australiana acres• Mains power, phone and internet access• Usable acres mixed with natural bushland• Great country hideaway convenient to Sydney

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Vacant Land

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The Beautiful Murray’s Run Valley!

Sale$439,000View Thursday 4.30-5.00pm Saturday 10.00-10.30amKyle Davis 0497 539 2244990 1233raywhite.com/1103725

SalePrice on ApplicatonView By AppointmentChilli Bromage 0414 865 8594990 1233raywhite.com/1042253

Sale$179,000View By AppointmentChilli Bromage 0414 865 8594990 1233raywhite.com/1099309

Sale$590,000View By AppointmentGarry Musgrove 0429 663 0264990 1233raywhite.com/1153227

Cessnock 49 Boomerang Street

Cessnock 13 & 15 Casson Avenue

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32 CRUIKSHANK STREET BELLBIRD $335,000

MODERN AND AFFORDABLE $229,000

TORRENS TITLE DUPLEX $269,000

ADORABLE, AFFORDABLE $195,000

ATTENTION SHREWD INVESTORS $270,000

1528 SANDY CREEK ROAD $680,000

VACANT BLOCK READY TO GO $125,000

8 NELSON STREET OVER $285,000

• 3/4 spacious bedrooms, main with built-in, second with walk-in robe

• Two living areas• Renovated kitchen with

stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and modern bathroom

• Timber fl oorboards throughout

• R/C A/C and natural gas• Huge enclosed entertaining

area off the back• Separate laundry and

second toilet• Double garage and carport• Backs onto crown land so

no one can build behind

• Surprisingly spacious • Two bedrooms with

built-in robes • Freshly painted inside • Open plan living area-

plenty of room • Single garage with

internal access • Private courtyard • Well located in a quiet

street • Currently returning

$250 per week

• 3 bedroom duplex, built- in wardrobes in 2 rooms

• Large open plan kitchen/ dining room

• Separate lounge room, r/c a/c, modern bathroom

• Separate laundry, linen closet, good sized courtyard

• Single garage with internal access and fully fenced yard

• Very tidy two bedroom cottage

• Close to town, in quiet street

• Freshly painted, large open plan living area

• Fully fenced, sep laundry, tidy kitchen

• Neat and tidy inside and out

• Three bedrooms• Polished timber fl oors

• Two bathrooms, two garages

• Currently returning $325/ week

• Ranch style home with wrap around timber decking

• Three bedrooms, two bathrooms two living areas

• Massive separate BBQ area with camp kitchen

• Six bay garage, offi ce, kitchenette, machinery shed

• Four dams, cattle loader/run, fenced into paddocks

• 15m Frontage • 37m deep-

approx 556m2• Fully serviced,

town water, sewer & power connected

• Fully fenced block

• Full Concrete drive way

• Immaculately presented fully renovated home

• Three large bedrooms, main with built-in robe

• Stylishly renovated bathroom with heaps of storage

• Modern kitchen with combined dining, dishwasher and natural gas cooking

• Freshly painted and new fl oor coverings throughout

• RC/AC• Double garage plus workshop• Fully fenced 1113sqm block

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Set on a superb 5.23 acres is this wonderful family home nestled amongst beautiful gardens with absolutely breathtaking views.

Comfort, convenience and class all rolled into one. This property in beautiful Luskintyre has the lot. 21ha (53.5 acres), gorgeous rural views, expansive home with top line appliances and fi ttings, plus

Duns Creek

Luskintyre 101 Knockfi n Road

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The Perfect Rural Setting

Rural Living on the Banks of the Hunter River

SaleOffers Over $699,000View By AppointmentMichael Kirwan4934 7555raywhitemaitland.com

Auction:On Site 8th November 2014 - 1:00pmView Saturday 12:00-12:30pmMichael Kirwan4934 7555raywhitemaitland.com

• 4 bedrooms, main with ensuite and WIR• Formal and causal living areas• Large 3 bay shed plus adjoining double

carport• 3 well laid out interconnecting paddocks

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It’s all here, large home, separate living areas, outdoor entertaining, landscaped yard and the glorious in ground pool. A price tag you won’t believe, simply inspect and make your offer today.

Situated in one of East Maitland’s best locations comes this immaculate 3 bedroom Brick home in perfect condition for its age.Set in a wonderful neighbourhood with great neighbours all around and in close proximity to schools, shops and sporting

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Splash in to summer

Country Views and oh so handy!

SaleOffers Over $449,000View By AppointmentSharon Smith4934 7555raywhitemaitland.com

Sale$359,000View By AppointmentMark Roffey4934 7555raywhitemaitland.com

• Four bedrooms, two bathrooms• Large open plan casual living , plus

lounge• Ducted air conditioning, slow

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fi elds. And oh! Did we mention the farmland views?• Spacious Living areas• Air Conditioning• Garage and carport• 689 square metres

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• Only 2 years old, brick & tile built with a name called “Noosa”

• 4 great size bedrooms all with mirrored BIR’s

• Master bedroom ensuite with double basin & WIR

• Study, lounge/family areas, raised ceilings & wide entrance and hallways

• Kitchen with 40ml Ceasar stone benches gas, stainless steel appliances

• Double garage with auto doors & internal access

• Undercover entertaining area off the back

• Approx. 760m2 block, fully fenced with extra fi ll

• Brick & tile 3 bedroom duplex

• Currently returning $360.00 per week rent

• Kitchen with Ceasar stone bench tops & gas cooking

• Bathroom with separate bath & shower

• Built ins to all bedrooms, ensuite to the master bedroom

• Water tank, cemented undercover entertaining area

• Fully fenced yard, single garage with remote access

• Brick & tile home with 4 bedrooms + study, 2 bathrooms

• 2 living areas +gym/cinema room

• Large open plan kitchen with storage galore, gas appliances & dishwasher

• Tiles throughout main areas, ducted a/c & 3rd toilet

• 2 BBQ areas, one large enclosed area and another open undercover area

• Spacious yard, block size approx. 1253m2 with side access to the yard

• Double garage with internal access

• Quiet, cul-de-sac location

• 3 bedroom open plan home on approx. 1017m² block

• Renovated- new carpets, kitchen, bathroom, walls knocked out, ceiling fans in the family area

• Laundry with 2nd toilet, vinyl clad on the exterior

• Great potential for a dual occupancy plenty of side access & there is rear lane access

• Lovely brick & tile 4 bedroom home

• New kitchen, bathroom & laundry

• 4 bedrooms, 2 with BIR’s, 3 with ceiling fans

• Spacious & tiled living, dining areas with ceiling fan & r/c a/c

• Back deck overlooking low maintenance yard

• Single garage, set in a quiet cul-de-sac location

• Vinyl clad & aluminium tile built home

• 3 good size bedrooms with built in robes

• Bathroom with corner bath & storage

• Stunning polished fl oorboards throughout main areas

• Slow combustion heating in dining room

• Large eat in timber kitchen, plenty of storage space

• Recently restored back deck with mountain views

• Single garage, 2nd toilet in laundry & approx. 806m² corner block

• Timber & iron home with 3 large bedrooms, one with BIR

• Open plan kitchen & dining + good size living area

• 2 x reverse cycle air conditioners

• Single garage with power• Gas hot water & stove• Fully fenced low

maintenance yard• No neighbours on one side

so there is a great open feeling

• Hardiplank & tile 3 bedroom home

• 2 toilets & laminate kitchen with dishwasher

• Ceiling fans in all rooms, built ins in 2 bedrooms

• Double carport, carport & above ground saltwater pool

• Stunning entertaining area (deck enclosed)

• Polished timber fl oors throughout

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$799,000All reasonable offers considered

MOTIVATEDVENDOR

time to re-evaluate your position, in that it might be time for you to look at what’s working for you and what’s not – getting a simple market appraisal from an agent or seeking a better deal on your home loan can really assist to make the direction you take a lot clearer and help in getting the

best return going forward. You may have done well in one area previously over time but there may now be more potential in another.”

Century 21 encourages poten-tial buyers to ensure they have obtained the appropriate property and fi nance advice.

Rates left on holdC entury 21, the largest real

estate sales organisation in the Asia Pacifi c region, believes the Reserve

Bank’s decision to leave the cash rate on hold at 2.5 per cent bodes well for the property market as it will provide ongoing certainty to mortgage holders and attract new buyers to the market.

“There has been some discus-sion recently about the potential of the market to overheat,” said Chairman and Owner of Century 21 Australasia, Charles Tarbey.

“It’s important to remember that not all areas of the market are experiencing growth like Sydney and Melbourne and that recovery is patchy.

“However, the decision coupled with Australia’s unique property market, the imbalance between supply and demand of housing, and the ongoing health of the Australian economy are all factors which will encourage the market

moving forward,” concluded Charles Tarbey.

The Reserve Bank indicated that it still expects growth to be a little below trend for the next several quarters and made note of recent labour market data volatility.

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Disappointment can result when a much desired pool, or extension, is unable to be built because there is an easement in the way.

• Overhead wires or stormwater drains that could aff ect the value of the property and prove restrictive or prohibi-tive.

• Zoning and regulations. Homes that are in areas susceptible to ‘forces of nature’ such as fl oods, or fi res, can add costs to a property, especially insurance and may impact on any future plans.

• Geography of the property’s location. Check to see if it is on the high side of the street, better side of the highway or close to transport. Check if it is under a fl ight path or near a ‘rat run’. All of these may aff ect the property’s value.

Troy says there are plenty of resources where homebuyers and investors can gather information.

“The Internet is an excellent source of information from look-ing at past prices for nearby prop-erties to researching future local development and infrastructure potential,” Troy said.

“The local council also provides a wealth of information, espe-cially on planning, zoning and regulation matters. But one of the most underutilised yet valuable sources will be word of mouth. Talking to neighbours is a good place to start, but local real estate agents are the best.”

First National Real Estate off ers considerable resources on its National Website too – fi rstnational.com.au. Inves-tors, in particular, will fi nd comprehensive information, even about buying property with Self Managed Superannuation Funds.

“Our promise is to put you fi rst, and that is something we take very seriously. We put a great deal of time and eff ort into keep-ing our clients up to date in the most appropriate and convenient manner,” Troy said.

Newcomers should tread carefully

W ith spring the popular house hunting season, many investors

are hoping to capitalise on the capital growth still evident in most of Australia’s capitals and local marketplaces. However, despite high levels of confi dence in Australian real estate, inves-tors should exercise due caution according to First National Real Estate Lake Macquarie principal, Troy Duncan.

With interest rates likely to move upwards in the next 12 months, and capital growth expected to slow, Troy off ers this advice for

When looking to enter the property market, there’s a range of things you should keep in mind, according to the experts

researching a property to make sure you get the most for your money, and that you’re able to meet your mortgage repayments.

“Whether a person is purchas-ing for investment purposes, to upgrade or downsize, or buying their fi rst home, they need to make sure the property is the right one to suit their purposes,” Troy said.

Investing in real estate is one of the biggest fi nancial decisions a person will make in their life, and getting it right is crucial.

“While aff ordability remains high and interest rates remain low, the worst thing an investor

can do is rush their decision, or come under pressure because of a turn in the market,” Troy said.

“They need to take their time and do the research so they can reap the rewards.”

According to Troy, the top fi ve things to watch out for when researching a property are:

• Houses that have been sold multiple times over a short period. This may signal a problem with the home that new owners are looking to offl oad

• Any easements that could aff ect what you would like to do with the property.

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Painting fun!

P ainting the walls of your home can have a huge impact on the look and feel of a space and with

so many options on the market in terms of colours and textures what better time to get out the roller and start painting.

To help you on your way Bunnings National Paint Buyer, Mick Heanue has some tips on how to make the painting process as pain free as possible.

The key to creating a profes-sional fi nish is preparation.

Make sure that you’ve placed a drop sheet below the wall, taping it down to ensure it won’t move while you’re in the process of painting. Next the wall needs to be been cleaned, smoothed and dried before you even think about applying paint.

Now that the preparation is taken care of you can move on to the fun part, applying your new wall colour.

Whether you’re planning on painting the whole room or just using a pop of colour on a feature wall there are plenty of options.

Painting a room does not have to be a chore, in fact you can make it a really fun and excit-ing experience

Choose colours that suit your style, personality and the existing colour palate of the room.

Or go for something bright and bold if you’re feeling a little more adventurous when it comes to giving the room a new look.

Paint is not just about colour though, with diff erent textures on off er such as silk, metallic, stone and suede.

Or if you love the idea of being able to draw on your walls why not try black chalkboard paint to create a fun surface where the family can explore their creative side.

Once you’ve achieved your new look be sure to wash all brushes

and rollers with appropriate cleaning products and store them in a cool, dry place so they are ready to go when the urge to paint strikes again.

Remember, the key is to make painting fun!

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Tips for good lawn mowing

Cut it right: Cut no more than one third of the height of the grass in a single mow

A big no-no: Never “scalp” the lawn

Weather: Only mow when the lawns are dry

Blades: Lower the blades slightly during cooler weather. Keep mower blades higher during hot weather

Clean up: Rinse clippings off mowers after use to prevent the chance of spreading lawn

Don’t clean up: Leave lawn clippings on the lawn

Change it up: Change mowing patterns frequently to avoid compaction

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blades: Ensure mower blades are sharp and replace as necessary. Don’t just put up with it, make the change and you will notice what a difference it makes

You may have noticed in recent weeks that Property Hunter continues to grow and is emerg-ing as the Hunter region’s number one real estate product, with the best agents and best listings.

Our next step is featuring more content inspired by you.

We want to know what you want out of your local real estate magazine.

Is it bigger listings? More list-ings? More household tips? A better rental guide?

Whatever it might be, we want your thoughts.

As Property Hunter continues to grow, we’ll be able to include more fantastic related content. We’ll also be working with local real estate agents to ensure their advertising is delivering what our readers desire.

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Email your thoughts to us at editorial@newcastlepost.com.au or pop in and see us at our offi ce in Pearson Street, Charlestown.

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This is your magazine, so we’re keen to hear from readers on what they believe could make it even better in the future.

We’re also keen to display your amazing homes and designs! If you’ve recently renovated your home or you have an amazing design inside or outside your

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Property Hunter is all about showcasing the unique and excit-ing ideas that exist within our community, so don’t hesitate in sending us something through.

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