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Back to Basics: Capital Gains Tax (CGT)

January 18, 2024

Buying Finance Home Owners Investors Property Management Selling

Selling shares or your investment property? Don’t forget about capital gains tax, which you may have to pay after the sale. Capital gains tax is a term often thrown around when discussing the sale of assets like shares or property. But if you’re new to the concept, you might be wondering exactly what it is, […]

 

Market Update - December 2023

December 15, 2023

Market Updates

Join Michael Wright and Guests in our final Market Update for 2023. Here is our wrap up for the year: Michael Wright: Hi Michael from Peter Fisher Real Estate with an end of year wrap up for the Orange market. Now two current hot topics, interest rates, and new home building. I’ve got James Noller […]

Help Your Garden Survive a Hot Summer

November 24, 2023

Home Owners Investors Selling Tenants

If you’re a vendor selling your property and wanting it to look it’s best or a tenant tasked with the responsibility of maintaining the garden of your rental property, there are ways to help your garden survive a hot summer. All indications are that this summer is going to be a scorcher with hot days […]

 

Rental Market Update - Oct/Nov 2023

November 9, 2023

Investors Landlords Market Updates Property Management Tenants

Having trouble viewing? Here is what Hugh has to say: Hi. I’m Hugh, from Peter Fisher Real Estate. Thanks for tuning back in for another monthly wrap up of what is happening in the rental market within the Orange area. For this month’s wrap up, I’m going to run through some stats and trends that […]

Home Styling: Why Your Real Estate Agent Might Recommend It

October 27, 2023

Home Owners Landlords Selling

Selling your home is a significant life event, and for many, it’s a major financial transaction as well. One crucial element that can significantly impact the outcome of your sale is the way your home is presented to potential buyers. That’s where the art of styling or home staging comes into play. In this article, […]

Navigating Open Homes: A Buyer's Guide

October 13, 2023

Buying First Home Buyers Investors

For prospective homebuyers, attending open houses is an essential part of the house-hunting process. Open homes provide a unique opportunity to explore potential properties, get a feel for the neighbourhood, and gather crucial information to make an informed decision. To make the most of these events, you need a strategy. In this article, we’ll provide […]

 

Market Update - September 2023

September 15, 2023

Buying Home Owners Investors Market Updates Selling

Please join Adam Savage for our latest monthly update on what’s happening at Peter Fisher and in the Orange real estate market this Spring.

Selling a House: Your Top FAQs Answered

September 15, 2023

Home Owners Landlords Selling

Selling a house can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not familiar with the process and regulations. Whether you’re a first-time seller or just looking for some clarity, this article aims to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about selling a house. Do I Need a Real Estate Agent to Sell My […]

Top 7 Reasons Why Investors Should Hire a Property Manager

September 1, 2023

Buying Home Owners Investors Landlords Property Management

Investing in real estate can be a lucrative endeavour, but it also comes with a host of responsibilities that can be time-consuming and overwhelming. This is where a property manager comes into play. Hiring a property manager can significantly simplify your life as an investor and offer numerous benefits that go beyond just managing tenants […]

What is a Property Appraisal?

August 18, 2023

Home Owners Landlords Selling

One of the most common things we are asked to do in our profession is to provide an appraisal of a property. This is how property owners can find out what their property would be worth if it was to be sold. If you have never had an appraisal before, or even if you have, […]

Interest rates may have peaked: what it means for property

August 4, 2023

Buying Finance First Home Buyers Home Owners Investors News Selling

A growing number of economists say the next move on interest rates will be down after the Reserve Bank of Australia kept interest rates unchanged for a second straight month. The predictions come as buyers and sellers gear up for the traditionally busy spring selling season, with a renewed sense of certainty expected to support […]

First Home Buyer Assistance Schemes NSW

July 7, 2023

Finance First Home Buyers News

Are you confused about what grant(s) you can receive as a first home buyer in New South Wales?  Here is a summary of the current schemes offered by the NSW Government. You may be eligible to apply for an exemption or reduction of transfer duty charges if you are a first home buyer. This assistance […]

 

Market Update - June 2023

June 16, 2023

Buying First Home Buyers Home Owners Market Updates Selling

Please join Chris Mason for our latest monthly update on what’s happening at Peter Fisher and in the Orange real estate market. Here is what Chris has to say: Hi, I’m Chris Mason from Peter Fisher Real Estate. We’re here today to bring you our June monthly update. Welcome to winter. There’s a lot of […]

Our Tips for Buying a Home

June 2, 2023

Buying

Looking for a new home can be daunting, especially if you’ve never done it before. This is a quick guide to help you through the process and get you ahead of the game so you don’t miss out on your dream property.  Be Prepared: Before you go searching for your dream home there are a few […]

Federal Budget 2023: What it means for the housing market

May 19, 2023

First Home Buyers Home Owners Investors Market Updates News Tenants

With the Federal Budget being recently released, it is good to examine it from the point of view of the housing market and what it might mean for the real estate sector across the country. We know we can always rely on industry companies like Domain and realestate.com.au to provide us with insights and updated […]

7 Important Tasks to Remember When Selling Your Home

May 5, 2023

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Selling your family home and moving to another can be one of the most chaotic times of your life, but being organised will streamline the process and help reduce the stress. To make the sale run more smoothly, go through your house pretending to be an objective buyer and look for obvious faults which could […]

 

Market Update - March 2023

April 6, 2023

Buying Home Owners Investors Market Updates Selling

This year is certainly moving quickly and no doubt we are all looking forward to the Easter break. Please join Michael Wright for our latest monthly update on what’s happening at Peter Fisher and in the Orange real estate market. Here is what Michael has to say: Hi, I’m Michael from Peter Fisher Real Estate […]

6 Signs Your Kitchen and Bathroom Need Maintenance

March 24, 2023

Home Owners Investors Landlords Property Management Selling Tenants

Wet areas can be the site of all sorts of household crises, from leaks to mould. Regular maintenance is a must. Here are some of the key signs your kitchen or bathroom could be due for repair. Your sink is gurgling One sign that there’s a block in your pipes is if your drains are […]

 

Market Update - February 2023

March 9, 2023

Buying Home Owners Investors Market Updates Selling

We are well and truly into 2023 and it has been an interesting start to the year with a significant change to the market conditions when compared to the last couple of years. Here is what Adam has to say: Hi, I’m Adam Savage and welcome to the Peter Fisher market update for February 2023. […]

Is this the Year to Buy a Property or Sell Your Home? Experts Give Their Verdict.

February 24, 2023

Buying Finance First Home Buyers Home Owners Investors News Selling

Property experts have given their outlooks for the year ahead, forecasting when interest rates will stop rising and housing markets will begin to see price growth. The overwhelming consensus is the Reserve Bank is likely nearing the end of its tightening cycle and that mid-term supply and demand fundamentals remain imbalanced. While buyer demand is […]