Buying Property: Tips, Guides & Advice
Read the latest buying property tips, guides & advice from Domain's team of industry leading professionals.
First time home buyers: The ultimate guide to buying your first home
Buying your first home is an exciting time, but it can also be challenging if you don’t know where to start. Find out in this comprehensive guide.
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How valuable is a never-to-be-built-out view?
Kate Jones|Mar 14, 2023
Whether it be calming waters or the silhouette of city towers, a visually appealing aspect is a hot commodity in the housing market.
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Tips for upsizing in today's property market
Kate Jones|Mar 11, 2023
Upgrading to a larger home in today’s property market takes some careful planning. Ahead are some steps to consider when navigating the finances involved in moving to a bigger place.
Why you might need to break up with your favourite suburb
Daniel Butkovich|Feb 27, 2023
If prices in your favourite suburb don’t match your budget, it could be time to broaden your search.
How the property cycle works and how to use it to your advantage
Kate Farrelly|Feb 13, 2023
Property prices tend to follow a pattern of upswings and downturns, but there are ways home buyers and sellers can capitalise on the different phases of the market.
The shrinking price gap that's made it cheaper to upsize
Daniel Butkovich|Feb 2, 2023
A narrowing price gap could create opportunities for upsizing home owners looking to take advantage of this year’s buyer’s market.
What you need to consider when buying a regional property
Jane Hone|Sep 1, 2022
What’s actually involved in rural life, and what might you need to think about before buying a home in a regional area?
The 8-step guide to making a tree change with no regrets
Linda Moon|Aug 10, 2022
The country isn’t all wine and roses. Avoid the traps and do the research to make the most of your tree change.
The most important things to look for at an open home
Kate Farrelly|Aug 19, 2022
With just a half-hour window allowed for most open homes it can be tricky to gather enough information to make a good decision. Here’s how to conduct a thorough and useful inspection.
The pros and cons of buying and selling in winter
Sue Williams|May 26, 2022
Many home owners and buyers go into hibernation in winter, but are they missing an excellent chance to seal a good deal?
Six questions every home buyer needs to ask themselves
Kate Farrelly|May 23, 2022
Every home buyer is unique and has different priorities when it comes to finding their dream home. These are the questions buyers should ask themselves to help determine their lifestyle priorities before they buy.