What makes a neighbourhood appeal to prospective buyers with families? Access to public transport, education facilities, a proactive local council, high capital value and return on investment? Yes, they’re on the list. Yet, more and more buyers are also placing value on a dwelling’s proximity to[...]
Archive for February, 2012
February 29th, 2012 - 9:26 am § in News
Mosman Takes Out Oscars….
Well, kind of. On this day of glittering stars,Belle Property Mosman are proud to announce that their neighbourhood has retained its crown as Australia’s most prestigious suburb. Today our brief blog looks into the stats behind Mosman’s proud status. Rising above other ‘thoroughbr[...]
February 23rd, 2012 - 11:21 am § in News
It’s Parade and Party Time Again!!
Sequins and stilettos, colour and creativity, outrageous floats and fun – it’s all happening again this year at the much loved, annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival. This year, Mardi Gras 2012 runs from February 12 – March 4 and is set to be the most dazzling ever, with stellar su[...]
February 17th, 2012 - 10:44 am § in News
Clean Up Australia Day – Sunshine Coast Focus
Over two decades ago self-proclaimed “average Australian bloke” Ian Kiernan decided that he was going to do something about the rubbish polluting his ‘backyard’ in this case – his backyard was Sydney Harbour. Ian gathered together his friends and 40,000 members of his local community[...]
February 15th, 2012 - 12:52 pm § in News
North Sydney Pool Safety Blitz
What better than diving into an aquamarine pool at the end of a hot day of work, or enjoying a cool drink on the pool deck with friends on a weekend? Pools are a luxury which can add terrific value to your property, but they are also a potential hazard if not compliant with local [...][...]
February 9th, 2012 - 3:22 pm § in News
Valentine’s Day Alert!
Love it for its pure cheesy romance or loathe it for its brazen commercialism, Valentine’s Day approaches like a freight train on the 14th of February. If you are electing to participate in the festival of romance (or your significant other would LIKE you to participate), Belle Property have s[...]
February 7th, 2012 - 4:57 pm § in News
Woah Nelly: RBA Leaves Rates On Hold
Today’s RBA announcement swiftly quashed the expectations of economists and media commentators – broadly expecting another .25% interest rate drop to ease stress on the housing market and wider economy. Today’s Belle Property blog explores the reasons behind the board’s decision to leave[...]