Author: Nicole Gervasi

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NOTICE TO VACATE – REASONABLE AND PROPORTIONATE RULE

Insights

There is no doubt that more and more notices to vacate are being challenged by renters these days. Whether this is triggered by the current market conditions or other factors is debatable, however, the fact remains that many investors are not easily obtaining possession of their properties when they want or need it. VCAT must
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Approx. reading time: 6 minutes

From basic to brilliant: The Melbourne suburbs transformed by gentrification

Insights

From basic to brilliant: Melbourne has undergone significant gentrification of once undesirable, working class suburbs. Gentrification is the process where a neighbourhood undergoes urban renewal and revitalisation, typically leading to increased property values, which sees lower-socio economic residents replaced by more affluent newcomers. Typically, gentrification takes decades, slowly transforming once working-class neighbourhoods in inner-city areas;
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Approx. reading time: 13 minutes

How to switch your Estate Agent in 2024.

Agency, Insights

Choosing the right estate agent Buying, selling or renting a home is one of the most important decisions you will have to make, and it can also be one of the most complex. An estate agent should be dedicated to simplifying the process for you to make it as stress free as possible, but the
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Approx. reading time: 5 minutes

A Quick Guide To Capital Gains Tax

Insights

Capital Gains Tax is a term youโ€™ll often hear when it comes to the sale of investment properties. It is one of those taxes no one really wants to pay. A little quick history, Capital Gains Tax (CGT) was introduced in Australia in 1985 and applies to any asset youโ€™ve acquired after this time. Basically,
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Approx. reading time: 4 minutes

Why is Australia’s Inflation Rate So High?

Insights

Australia is experiencing record levels of inflation as a result of knock-on effects from the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine and strong consumer demand. We are set to forecast up to 8% by Dec 2022. In Australia, the most significant price hikes have been in dwelling purchases by owner-occupiers, automotive fuel, furniture and fruit
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Need A Commercial Agent?

Agency

PAUL GERVASI If you haven’t met Paul yet, he is part of our expansion (and happens to be Nikki’s dad). Paulย has now joined with his daughter and united on an aggressive plan for further growth. Paul has planted his flag firmly in the commercial space here at Nicole Gervasi Property Group after running a successfulย City
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2022/23 Federal Budget Wish List

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As the price of goods and services increases, the overarching theme of the 2022/23 Federal Budget will be about combating the rising โ€˜cost of livingโ€™ pressures. For property markets this means addressing housing and rental affordability. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will combat strong inflation growth, later in the year, by following the lead
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Approx. reading time: 4 minutes

10 things to plant in your garden that are impossible to kill

House Design

If youโ€™re preparing to sell your house, then youโ€™ll have heard all about curb appeal: the importance of making a good first impression on buyers. One of the best ways to increase the curb appeal of your home is clean gardens which generally consists of adding a few plants. However, if youโ€™ve got a brown
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Approx. reading time: 3 minutes

How Real Estate Gets Real. 2022.

Insights

By all accounts, Australiaโ€™s housing market has a tough act to follow in 2022. Dwelling values soared 22.2 per cent nationally this year โ€“ the largest annual increase since 1989, fuelled by ultra-low interest rates, high household savings, government stimulus and relatively low listings. The estimated value of Australiaโ€™s residential real estate lifting from $7.2
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