Guides & articles
Straight answers about selling and leasing your property
Twenty-five years inside the industry, written down plainly. No agent sponsorships, no hidden barrow to push — just what owners actually need to know before they sign anything.
Selling9 min read
Real estate agent commission in Australia: what you should actually pay
State-by-state commission rates, what the fee really covers, how marketing costs are charged separately, and how to negotiate a capped rate before you sign.
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How to choose a real estate agent (without falling for the appraisal trick)
Why the highest price guide is often the worst signal, and the five performance numbers that predict a good result.
Read the guide →Leasing8 min read
Property management fees explained for Australian landlords
Management percentages, letting fees, lease renewal charges and the add-ons that quietly erode your yield.
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Auction or private treaty: which sells better in your suburb?
Clearance rates, campaign costs and the market conditions that make each method the stronger play.
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The 8-week plan to prepare your property for sale
What is worth spending money on before listing, what returns nothing, and when to start each task.
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