Did you know? First Home Saver Accounts help you save for your first home
If you are saving for your first home, a first home saver account is a good way to help you reach your goal. Each year the government will make a 17% contribution on the first $6000 you deposit. This...
View ArticleNews Flash – Rates On Hold
Interest rates are on hold for another month – that’s the consensus of the Reserve Bank of Australia following its monthly board meeting held today. This leaves rates at a record low of 2.5%....
View ArticleKeep the Cold at Bay!
Tenants expect to be comfortable through the winter months without worrying about damage, leaks or cold. Here are a few tips from our Professionals’ Property Managers to keep your tenants and your...
View ArticleThink now about your tax position
June 30 is less than two months away. Have you considered your tax position for this year? Perhaps it’s time to visit your accountant to see whether investment decisions now can improve your tax...
View ArticleTips for avoiding moving day mayhem!
It’s exciting buying your first house, or moving into a new home, but the packing and logistics of moving are never much fun. Your new house doesn’t feel like yours while everything is in boxes! So...
View ArticleFinal Rental Inspections – Professionals Best Practice
A property manager in Western Australia was recently attacked by a tenant at a final inspection in a case that provides a timely reminder for South Australian property managers and landlords. In the...
View ArticleBuilding Projects in Murray Bridge
Professionals Murray Bridge has been pleased to see work begin on the much anticipated redevelopment of Murray Bridge’s main street. The city council has appointed planners to draw up detailed concept...
View ArticleCapital City Values Fall in May
As the Reserve Bank of Australia lifted first home buyer spirits across the country today by announcing interest rates will stay at the current record lows, RP Data-Rismark reports that dwelling...
View ArticleNot long til tax time: don’t forget Depreciation!
Have you had a Depreciation schedule prepared for your rental investment property? You can get the ball rolling before June 30 if you act now. Your Professionals SA Property Manager recommends the...
View ArticleAdelaide rental market tightest in Australia
The Real Estate Institute of South Australia released its rental vacancy rate update in May, and it indicates that is harder now to find a rental property in South Australia than it was this time last...
View ArticleAdelaide property sales off to flying start
The Adelaide market got off to a roaring start in 2014, recording the strongest March quarter sales in five years according to RP Data. In the three months leading up to March, the city recorded 4802...
View ArticleExpert predicts Adelaide is primed for growth
“Even South Australians are reluctant to invest in Adelaide. Now would be a good time for an attitude adjustment.” So says leading property industry commentator, Terry Ryder, author of...
View ArticleSouthern suburbs lead the charge
Recently on the blog, we cited a report by expert property commentator, Terry Ryder, who said his current standout real estate market in Australia is Adelaide. Ryder highlighted the municipality of...
View ArticleSelling your home in winter? Make the most of the season
Spring is selling season… you hear this all the time, and yet winter can offer some great advantages for sellers if you use it well. Generally, there is less competition in winter, as most sellers do...
View ArticleSolid 12-month sales period for Adelaide
A report on Property Observer website says Adelaide is no longer a “buyer’s market”. The report cited valuation firm Herron Todd White, and said: “The number of days on the market has reduced, vendor...
View ArticleUnderstanding Rental Vacancy rates
Vacancy rates show the percentage of rental properties that are not occupied by tenants. For example, it might be said that a suburb has a vacancy rate of 5%, meaning 5% of available rental housing is...
View ArticleWhat to do in neighbourhood disputes
Everyone is entitled to live peacefully in their home regardless of where they live, or whether they rent or own the property. No person is expected to tolerate excessive noise, or physical or verbal...
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Christmas Trading Hours
The team at Professionals Murray Bridge would like to wish everyone a Safe & Happy Festive Season. We look forward to seeing everyone in 2015. Our opening hours for the Holidays are: Wednesday...
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The Same River Twice Exhibition
http://rgasa.org.au/?page_id=118 From the 05/12/2014 to 07/02/2015 enjoy the wonderful exhibition which is simultaneously presented across two spaces. Same River Twice is a partnership between the...
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Beat the Heat this Weekend
If you are dreading the hot weather this weekend, feel comforted in knowing that you can take the family to a fun-filled and cool day at the Murray Bridge Swimming Pool – and for half the price! There...
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