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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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Whether you’re trying to bring down your energy bills or you’d like to minimise your environmental footprint, we’ve put together some easy ways to make your home run more efficiently. There are plenty of good reasons to make your home more energy-efficient: it’s better for the environment, better for your conscience and better for your […]

How fast is this year flying! October already and we are quickly heading towards the end of the year. This month Hugh provides an update on the Orange Rental Market plus a quick update on the next event for our 50th Anniversary celebrations. Here is what Hugh has to say: Hi, I’m Hugh from Peter […]

With tenants around the country under mounting pressure from increasing rents, rising costs of living and decreased vacancy rates, there’s never been a more crucial time for affordable housing. The good news is that there is a government scheme aimed at assisting low and middle income families to find affordable homes. Here’s what you need […]

When buyers are looking at a unit or townhouse some of the questions we are often asked are in relation to what’s involved with the “strata” that goes hand in hand with a property that is part of a Strata Scheme. There is lots of information available if you care to go searching but we’ve […]

Jacob Evans: Hi. You’re with Jacob Evans from Peter Fisher Real Estate. I’m just here to give you a bit of an update about the early indications of what we’re seeing within the market at the start of this year. So far this year, we’ve seen the market strengthen. Early January was a little bit […]

When a tenant vacates a rental property, how they leave the property when the keys are handed back is very important. As the managing agents we are legally responsible to the landlord to ensure the property is in the same condition as when a tenant moved in, regardless of how long they have resided at […]

If you’re a landlord, you may be wondering what landlord insurance covers and what the benefits are exactly? Your property is an asset you’ve worked hard to purchase. You want that asset to work hard in return and earn you a rental income. Having landlord insurance protects you financially against the risks that come with […]

Even though it requires spending money, renovating your rental today can yield you a healthy return tomorrow. Successful rental properties share a common formula – they are clean, functional, simplistic and honest. To maximise your best return and rental income, present your property at the highest standard achievable within your budget. Consider your target market and […]

The trick to a hassle-free exit from your lease is organising your cleaning regime within a proper timeframe. Use these tips to make your next bond clean a success. One month before your lease ends In most cases, your lease agreement will include a term that says you must professionally clean your carpets before you vacate the […]

This week we were contacted by some of our clients seeking our advice on the best way to renovate a property for the best return without overspending. One was asking from the point of view of re-sale value in the future and the other was from a property owner who is considering renting out their […]

This week saw the publication of an article aimed at letting investors know of the potential of Orange as an investment opportunity. Certainly, the rental market remains strong in Orange even in light of the ongoing uncertainty caused by the continuation of the pandemic. The vacancy rate within our agency over the last few months […]

During the Covid-19 pandemic we have been closely monitoring information provided by REINSW (The Real Estate Institute of NSW) who have been keeping us up to date an all the pandemic-related changes in the property industry. Not an easy task in the constantly changing environment we are experiencing right now. One of the issues that […]

As part of a tenancy it is a regular practice for our property managers to do routine inspections of each property. Why do we do routine inspections? Routine inspections protect a property and help us flag any potential maintenance needs before they become problems. The biggest benefit of a routine inspection is that it allows […]

There are quite a few different ways that we, as Agents, begin working with our clients. Our clients are our most valued asset and our business is all about them. A long-term and rewarding real estate relationship is our aim with all of our clients. Referrals are our favourite As agents we love receiving business […]

Even though it requires spending money, renovating your rental today can yield you a healthy return tomorrow. Successful rental properties share a common formula – they are clean, functional, simplistic and honest. To maximise your best return and rental income, present your property at the highest standard achievable within your budget. Consider your target market and […]

When a tenant vacates a rental property, how they leave the property when the keys are handed back is very important. As the managing agents we are legally responsible to the landlord to ensure the property is in the same condition as when a tenant moved in, regardless of how long they have resided at […]