Hi there,
I hope this year has got off to a great start for you. This is your 2014 summer edition of "Living the tropical dream" newsletter. I know you will find it helpful and interesting. Please feel free to reply with any feedback or questions.
Cairns Market Update
Last year was one of those years when property owners kept asking “when is the market going to change”. Well I can finally say “we are in the recovery stage!”.
In
fact, I believe it will be one of those years where those who didn’t
get into the property markets will wish they did. It is the Chinese Year
of the horse' and that promises to bring prosperity and wealth!
The
Cairns residential property market entered the beginning of recovery
phase during 2013 and will the market will continue to improve during
2014. One of the major factors in the market recovery here in Cairns,
has been the projected flow-on effect from the proposed $4.2 billion
Aquis resort development, which if goes ahead, will provide Cairns with a
massive injection into the housing and commercial development sector.
The
rental housing trend is holding steady, while the volume of house sales
are increasing. As for units, the rental vacancy is steady and the
volume of unit sales is also increasing.
- Stats from Herron Todd White
The
Cairns economy is progressively improving, aided by much stronger
tourism seasons during 2012 and 2013, combined with the expectation of
further growth during 2014.
Airport Passenger Trend
4.1% (2012 to 2013)
Employment Trend
1.2% (Jul 2013 to Dec 2013)
Unemployment Trend
to 7.5% (Dec 2013)
* Stats from Herron Todd White
Sales Growth
Below is the sales growth chart from 2004 -2014 to show the start of the recovery stage.
Australian Finance Group (AFG) is one of
Australia's leading financial services companies. Our local
representative is Nick Barr and he can be contacted on (07) 4055 4277 or
nickbarr@mortgageaustralia.com.au
Feature property
9 Senate Street, Bentley Park QLD
Elevated Family Living
This
lovingly elevated family home offers an open and breezy lifestyle which
is perfect for those seeking the space and flexibility for family
living. With Great views to the pyramid and only minutes away from Mt
Sheridan shopping centre and schools.
Just
a quick thanks for all your help in selling our duplex on Greenslopes
St. We appreciate your pushing things along so we could complete our
paperwork while we were in Cairns. We are back on board our boat now
after a really busy but great holiday. Best wishes for a happy 2014.
- Sue and John Woods
Chris
is an excellent representative and great ambassador for First National.
Polite, helpful, friendly, punctual and great communications made for a
seemless transaction, Well done!
- Paul Paisio
Thank
you Chris Eustace for selling my home.Your enthusiasm and
professionalism was so refreshing. You got my price without any "to and fro's". Such a smooth, no fuss sale...and it took just 8 days! Both myself and my buyer are over the moon!
- Karen Bergman
Thank
you so much Chris Eustace, Cairns Realtor for selling my unit!!!! I
seriously can not reccomend you enough. Coming from having my unit
listed ... for over 800 days and having less than a handful of enquiries
to listing with you and having numerous offers and a signed contract in
21 days!!!! You rock!!!
- Kelly Doyle
Photography tips
Good
photography is as important as presenting your property well. A
photograph will often be the first impression a potential buyer will
have of your house, and it can influence their decision to view it.
A few tips for better photographs:
Lights... action: Sounds
obvious, but make sure the photos are good quality. If you decide to
photograph it yourself, ensure the house is well lit with natural or
electric light. A property shot late in the evening with interior lights
on can look stunning.
Keep it clean:
Your photos should always be framed well. Ensure the
rubbish/washing/dirty dishes/hanging wires are out of view before taking
the shot. Remove any items that appear to clutter or cramp spaces.
Shoot to thrill:
In addition to documenting the best features of your property, people
like to see a range of interior and exterior shots. Not including
interior shots can be very off-putting.
Don't be too tricky:
Yes, you may attract more people to your open home with photos that
create the illusion of space or stand-alone instead of semi-detached,
but they'll be put off when they see the reality. Use photography to
enhance your property, not misrepresent it.
Get help:
For such an important sale, always consider the benefits of using a
Professional Photographer – they will ensure that your property looks
its best to help you achieve the best possible result.
Born and raised in Cairns, Chris has a great relationship with this town and its people.
He
believes Cairns is an ever growing, conscientious and innovative
community, a great place to live and raise a family. Cairns provides
many great opportunities and a lifestyle that is the envy of almost
anywhere else in the world. We are living the 'tropical dream'!
After
years managing in the events industry both in Australia and overseas,
Chris decided it was time to follow his passion into real estate and
apply the lessons learnt. Chris feels that this has been a natural
progression and now allows him to help many of his friends buy and sell
property. Buying or selling a property can be stressful as you are
dealing with one of the biggest investments of your life, and Chris
believes that it is his job to take the stress out of the equation and
turn it into a positive life changing experience.
Chris
works for First National Cairns Central, and caters for the needs of
buyers, sellers, renters and property investors. First National Real
Estate Cairns Central is REIQ accredited.
"Trust,
honesty and integrity…always, that is my motto in work and life" says
Chris. "Whether you are a first home buyer, an experienced investor or a
developer I have the experience to help you achieve your goals in real
estate. I have Cairns real estate knowledge and the support of one of
Australia's largest networks putting me in a great position to help you
in real estate."
Chris's
interests away from real estate include spending time with his fiancee,
taking his dogs for a run, fishing, touch football and mountain bike
riding.
Contact
me for a no-obligation appraisal and receive a book that will teach you
how to sell your home for more (valued at $24.95 RRP), absolutely FREE!
4.1% (2012 to 2013)
to 7.5% (Dec 2013)
