Property values doubled in the last seven years. Back in June 2014, the combined value of all the residential properties in Australia was valued at $5.1 trillion. That figure has now amassed to exceed the $10.0 trillion mark for the first time. According to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), as of March 2022, the combined value of all the residential properties in Australia...
Top things to do in Doncaster Doncaster is among the most sought after suburbs in metropolitan Melbourne. Notably known for its schools, it's also filled with many amenities and suited to families of all ages. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Westfield Doncaster Shopping Town The redeveloped Westfield Doncaster Shopping Town has really recharacterised the lifestyle in...
Single storey vs double storey homes. This is a question asked by a number of our clients. When buying a house and land package, there are a large variety of choices to select from, both internally and externally. If the buying intention is to purchase a home to occupy or to invest, no one person settles on the same type of home. In this market insight, we discuss the difference between a single storey...
Keeping your home safe this winter. As Melbourne enters to coldest time of year, if you are anything like us, you are probably missing summer already. As we spend more time at home during the wet season, we take the opportunity in the market insight to share some helpful to keeping your home safe this winter and more importantly your family. Lets explore some safety tips to keeping your home safe this...
Top things to do in Cranbourne Cranbourne is an established suburb in the south eastern suburbs. It's also filled with many amenities and recreational activities. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Royal Botanical Gardens The Royal Botanical Gardens celebrate the beauty and diversity of Australian landscapes and flora. It features approximately 170,000 plants from 1,700 plant...
What is a construction loan? When buying a house and land package, its generally required to purchase it in a two-part contract. You essentially sign and pay for the house and the land separately, even though the purchase is combined. If you have purchased the land titled or off the plan, the next step is to settle the land purchase. Once owned, the builder will start to apply for build permits,...
Buying a townhouse is a good investment. Buying a home at any stage of life is a big decision. For first home buyers, buying a townhouse can be a great footprint into the property market, while savvy investors can find a well located property with low maintenance. Not everyone wants a townhouse. At Crest Property Investments, we help source brand new and off the plan properties for buyers. In our daily...
Picking the best apartment in a development. Apartment living is a popular way for many Australians to occupy blue chip suburbs or inner city locations without paying the price of a stand alone house. When looking to purchasing an apartment in a development, you'll soon discover that not all apartments are created equal. Some are shaped differently, others may be larger, some feature a courtyard...
Current tapware trends in 2022. When buying off the plan, one of the great benefits is having the ability to select your own fixture and fittings. One area that many buyers like to customise to their home are the tapware fittings in both the bathrooms and kitchens. Tapware can really offer a sophisticated look to you bathroom and kitchen. It becomes a focal point of the room. Choosing the right tapware...
Site preparation sets the foundation of the build. A good build must start with the right site preparation. In this market insight, we share the steps of what's required to transform a vacant block of land into a site ready to commence construction. Step 1 – Initial site analysis Prior to breaking ground and commencing the build, an initial site analysis is completed. An assessment is undertaken...