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APRA Changes Could Allow Home Buyers to Borrow More

There’s a been a lot in the news recently about the policy changes signalled by APRA, and what this could mean for Australian home buyers. It can all get a bit confusing, so in this blog post we break it down and make it easier to understand. Let’s kick it off by asking: What is…Read More→

How Quality Marketing Attracts Quality Buyers

When you’re selling your home, you want to attract the right kind of buyers. Your marketing is the biggest step in doing this. Higher quality marketing attracts higher quality buyers. In this real estate vlog Henry explains how. “Hi. I’m Henry Wong for Remax. We’re here today to talk about the quality of your marketing…Read More→

Thinking of Downsizing? Watch This.

There’s comes a point in life when people look at their home and think about whether it’s a bit too much real estate for them. Henry Wong has worked with people who are thinking of downsizing or are in the process of it, and in this vlog he has some advice for you: “Hi, I’m…Read More→

The Two Types of Real Estate Buyer

When selling a home, you’re likely to encounter two different types of buyers. Henry terms them ‘the first and final buyer’ and ‘the pivot buyer’. In this vlog he goes into more detail about the two different types of buyer and how they can be handled. Here’s what he says: Hi, I’m Henry Wong. We’re…Read More→

Auction Clearance Rates Defined

 When selling a property, you can choose between selling it via private treaty or choosing to go to auction. In this video Henry explains the term ‘auction clearance rate’, and how to look at it in the context of a sale. “Hi, I’m Henry Wong from ReMax. I’m here today to explain to you…Read More→

Market Updates Just Released!

 The Henry Wong Team have just released their market updates for the areas they’re operational in. See the details below and get in touch for your copy. “Hi, I’m Henry Wong, from Remax. We’ve just released our latest market updates for Wishart, Mansfield, Carindale, Mackenzie, and now we’re going to Cannon Hill. If you’d…Read More→

Advice for Buyers and Sellers With the Upcoming Election

The election has been called for 18th May by Scott Morrison. Elections are always a turbulent time for real estate prices, as policy promises start to become a distinct and near possibility. In this vlog Henry has some advice for both buyers and sellers. Here’s the transcript: “Hi, I’m Henry Wong from RE/MAX. We’re here…Read More→

An Election is Coming. Should you Sell?

The 2019 Australian federal election has been called for May 18th. Elections are always a tricky time for real estate, and this year looks no different, especially as negative gearing and capital gains tax have become politicised topics. Here’s Henry’s take. Hi, I’m Henry Wong from RE/MAX United Vision. We’re here to talk today about…Read More→

Will I Make Money by Renovating my Home?

In this video Henry looks at what you need to consider when renovating your home, delving particularly into over-capitalising. Before renovating you need to look at the value of your neighbour’s houses and what people expect when they look at a property in your suburb. Here’s more on that from Henry: Hi. I’m Henry Wong for…Read More→

The Difference Between a Valuation and an Appraisal

 When you’re putting your home on the market, you need to have a good idea of it’s value. There’s a number of ways of finding this out, and in this vlog Henry talks about the differences between a valuation and an appraisal. Here’s what he has to say: Hi, I’m Henry Wong for Remax…Read More→

Looking to Buy a Home Soon?

In this episode of his vlog Henry has some handy hints for people looking to buy a home in the near future. It’s getting tougher and tougher to borrow money from the banks, but with some conscientious lifestyle and spending adjustments it’s possible to get that loan you need. Here’s Henry’s take: “Hi. I’m Henry…Read More→

The Current State of the Real Estate Market

What’s the real estate market in Brisbane looking like today? In this vlog Henry Wong has a quick look at a couple of topics that have affected the state of play, including the Royal Commission and banks lending habits. Here’s the transcript from the vlog: Hi, I’m Henry Wong for RE/MAX United Vision. We’re here…Read More→