News | First National Real Estate Tamworth

With the Australian government having unveiled its 2024 budget, Australians are asking whether they will be better placed to rent or buy a home. For those amongst us hoping to buy their first home it’s a tough call, because while the government has promised to build 1.2 million homes over...

May

2024

Ten tips to educate your children about real estate literacy and homeownership

As a parent, you want to ensure your children are equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complex world of real estate. This however can be a daunting task even for seasoned investors. For our younger generations, understanding these complexities from an early age is crucial to mak...

May

2024

Buyer Newsletter - April 2024

May

2024

Landlord Newsletter April 2024

Apr

2024

Landlord Newsletter March 2024

Apr

2024

Buyer Newsletter - March 2024

Mar

2024

Landlord Newsletter - February 2024

Mar

2024

Buyer Newsletter - February 2024

Feb

2024

Landlord Newsletter - January 2024

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2024

Buyer Newsletter - January 2024

Jan

2024

Why Choose First National Real Estate for Your Local Property Needs?

Are you on the hunt for a reliable and experienced real estate agency to guide you through your property journey in our wonderful neighbourhood? Look no further than First National Real Estate Tamworth. In this blog, we'll delve into the reasons why our agency stands out among the rest, and why...

Jan

2024

Buyer Newsletter - December 2023

Jan

2024

Landlord Newsletter December 2023

Dec

2023

Buyer Newsletter - November 2023

Dec

2023

Landlord Newsletter - November 2023

Nov

16,

2023

What happened to the Australian Dream and how can we rebuild it?

The story of Australian homeownership is as fascinating as it is instructive. With data stretching back more than a century, the nation saw its pinnacle of homeownership in 1966 when a whopping 73% of housing stock was owned outright or with a mortgage. Since then, the number of homeowners has ...

Nov

14,

2023

Unlock Peace of Mind: Why Our Property Management Services Are a Must for Tamworth Landlords

If you're a local landlord or property investor, you understand the importance of effective property management. Owning a rental property can be rewarding for investors, but it can also be demanding and time-consuming if you manage it yourself. That’s where our property management service...

Nov

2023

Buyer Newsletter - October 2023

Nov

2023

Landlord Newsletter - October 2023

Oct

31,

2023

How do you pick when the market flips?

The real estate market is a complex and dynamic beast, so it can be difficult to predict when house prices will pivot from falling to rising. However, there are a few important indicators that homebuyers can use to get a sense of the direction of the market. Inventory levels Pay a...

Oct

24,

2023

Experience the Power of Hyperlocal Advertising with First National Real Estate: Your Path to Efficient and Affordable Property Advertising

Are you looking to sell your property quickly, effectively and without spending a king’s ransom on marketing? In today's digital age, the key to success lies in embracing innovative marketing strategies. One such game-changer is Hyperlocal Advertising, and when it comes to accessing the m...

Oct

19,

2023

A Guide for Single Parents & Guardians to Buy a Home with Just 2% Deposit in Tamworth

Are you a single parent or legal guardian dreaming of owning your own home in Australia? Your dream is closer to reality than you might think! Thanks to various financial assistance programs and the Family Home Guarantee, you can now purchase a home with as little as a 2% deposit. In this artic...

Sep

26,

2023

3 Ways Tamworth Landlords Can Improve Tax Efficiency

At First National Real Estate Tamworth, our property managers don’t just collect the rent and manage maintenance requests from our rental customers. We are always looking for ways to strengthen relations with our tenants while adding value to the service we provide for our many landlords ...

Sep

12,

2023

Beware of Rental Scams in Tamworth!

As Australia faces some of the lowest vacancy rates in decades, we too are dealing with far fewer available properties in Tamworth than we would like. It’s a challenge we can work to overcome together, if you let us know in advance what your ideal next home looks like. However, i...

Sep

2023

Buying with friends vs rentvesting: Creative solutions to housing affordability woes

Friendship is the new frontier for Australians trying to buy a home, and not just with first home buyers. Across all age demographics, First National Real Estate agents are working with more and more people who are teaming up with friends to buy their first home, a home to live in with a friend...

Aug

30,

2023

Deadline for HomeBuilder applicants extended

Exciting news has been announced for Australians building new homes and expecting to secure a $25,000 HomeBuilder grant. Originally, people who had applied for the grant were working towards the looming deadline of April 30, 2023 to get their paperwork in. If they missed the deadline, they wou...

Aug

29,

2023

10 Tips to Turbo Charge Your Deposit Savings

Buying your first home is a big dream for many people, but it can also be a daunting task. The saving of a deposit is your first major obstacle, but there are a number of things you can do to turbo charge your savings and make your dream a reality. Here are our top 10 tips to help you save ...

Aug

24,

2023

The Global Failure of Rent Controls: A Tale of International Cities

In an endeavour to address Australia's rental housing affordability crisis, there have been calls for a freeze on rents, caps on rental increases and various other forms of rent controls. While these sorts of old ideas sound like quick and workable solutions to the real distress tenants are cur...

Aug

17,

2023

Smart Ways to Avoid Overpaying Home Loans

Loyalty to your bank or mortgage lender could be costing you tens of thousands of dollars over time, which has led to calls for homeowners suffering cost-of-living pressures to seek better deals as home loan interest rates continue climbing. And, if you don’t think there’s a price ...

Aug

15,

2023

‘Your Patch’ – Find the perfect rental, investment property, or home of your dreams

Searching for an affordable rental property, the ideal suburb to call home, or the best place in Australia to invest in can be a daunting task. With countless options available, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure about where to start. However, with First National Real Estate&rsquo...

Aug

14,

2023

How to Win the Rental Application Race

Australia is facing a severe shortage of rental properties, resulting in a rental crisis that has delivered some of the lowest rental vacancy rates on record and the fastest rises in weekly rents. This crippling shortage is hampering labour mobility, making finding your next rental very stres...

Aug

10,

2023

Why a rent freeze is not the answer to rental affordability

In a world where rental housing affordability and availability is a grave concern, the idea of a rent freeze offers instant appeal. With Australia currently grappling with skyrocketing rents and a shortage of available vacancies, many tenants may view such a measure as a straightforward and rap...

Jul

31,

2023

Buy your First Home Sooner with First National’s Financial Assistance Guide

Buying a home is a big financial decision, and there are a number of government schemes and programs available to help first home buyers make the leap. However, with so many different options available, it can be difficult to know where to start. That's where First National Real Estate...

Jul

27,

2023

Preparing your home for 2023’s predicted ‘Super El Niño’ weather pattern

As the El Niño weather cycle once again looms over Australia, First National Real Estate is urging homeowners across the country to prepare their properties for the potential hot and dry conditions that may lie ahead. With the USA's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration...

Jul

26,

2023

With interest rates on hold, should you buy now?

The Reserve Bank of Australia sent an important signal when it kept rates on hold at its April meeting. It’s the signal most home hunters have been looking for, delivering hope that the climate of rising interest rates, if not over, may soon be coming to an end. The RBA decisio...

Jul

24,

2023

Why waiting for LOWER house PRICES is costing you BIG time

Everybody wants to buy at the bottom of the market. We get it, but how many people actually do? If you’re saving to buy your first home and hoping rising interest rates are going to lead to a 20% crash in house prices, as some banks have forecast, you could be in for a major dis...

Jul

18,

2023

10 Tips for Selling Success This Winter

Selling a home during the winter months can present its own set of challenges. However, with the right strategies and a little extra effort, you can still achieve an outstanding result. In this blog post, we will provide you with ten valuable tips to help you sell your home during the w...

Jul

17,

2023

Advice for retirees who are selling

As a retiree, there’s a million things to think about before you sell your home. Where do you start and what boxes do you need to tick? First and foremost, retirees should obtain financial advice to establish a proper understanding of how any pension entitlements might be affected ...

Jul

10,

2023

Will rising rates stop house prices rising ?

Despite conjecture that rising interest rates will dampen Australia’s property market, evidence to date suggests these increases have had little cooling effect. Even during the typically quieter King’s Birthday Long Weekend, preliminary figures show house prices could be on the upsw...

Jun

30,

2023