February 8, 2010 by shawnkristofer
It has been brought to my attention by jwilliams095 (thanks, appreciate the info), that the Queensland Government has made a revision to the Sustainability Declaration. Its is a simplified format.
Please find the revised Declaration at the below link
Sustainability Declaration
Cheers
Shawn
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February 7, 2010 by shawnkristofer
Posted in my blog on the 17 November in the article “Sustainability Declaration - New Legislative Rquirement Affecting Sales as of 1st January 2010”, I discussed the proposed Federal Legislation, Mandatory Energy-Efficiency Assessment. The Sustainability Declaration is now mandatory in Queensland. How would this be affected if the Federal Government brought forward a similar legislation.
An article, brought to my attention by http://www.sdqld.com.au/, in the Herald Sun, has proposed the leglislation is on its way sooner than I thought.
This article discusses that all Australian homes will have to undergo a Mandatory Energy-Efficiency Assessment – that could cost up to $1500. This assessment will have to be completed prior to a home being put on the market or, rented under this new law.
The law, currently being drafted by Federal and State Governments, will rate homes by an energy efficiency star system, similar to the rating system for appliances.
It is reported that it will be in place for commercial properties by the end of this year and all residential properties by May 2011.
A spokesman for State Energy Minister Pat Conlon said the ratings would inform prospective owners or tenants of a building ‘s energy use, so they could factor it in to their buying or rental decision.
While Mr Troughton (REISA chief executive) said vendors would bear the cost of having their home rated by a licensed expert, independent SA MLC and former Valuer-General John Darley said landlords would look to pass the costs onto tenants. Will sellers want factor this cost into the price of homes too?
“This will be an extra cost to working families who have to rent because they can’t afford a mortgage,” he said.
“And we need this like a hole in the head unless the governments can convince us there is a definite benefit, like a reduction in household pollution.”
The Council of Australian Government’s National Strategy on Energy Efficiency says Mandatory Disclosure will “help households and businesses prepare for the introduction of the Carbon pollution reduction Scheme.”
It is possible Queenslander’s will now have to complete 2 disclosure statements prior to a house being placed on the market. The paperwork continues!
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January 28, 2010 by shawnkristofer
According to Australian Property Monitors’ (APM) Quarterly Housing report, the property market posted a 12.1 per cent rise in median house prices for the year to December 2009
Although first home buyer demand sustained the market in the early part of the year, it was upgraders and investors that drove the strong overall result, as activity in the more expensive suburbs benefited from the surprisingly resilient jobs market experienced in late 2009 and a strongly rising share market.
“The price growth seen in the more expensive suburbs in 2009 has largely been a recovery of the price falls that have occurred since late 2007 and early 2008. This top-end recovery has been completed in most capitals with median house prices surpassing pre-GFC highs for the first time in the December quarter in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth,” APM economist Matthew Bell said.
Mr Bell said the increase in median house prices in Brisbane was the highest recorded in the city since the end of 2007 and early 2008, just before the global financial crisis hit.
REIQ chief executive Dan Molloy said there had been a “soft landing” in the Brisbane market. “Looking at the performances of Sydney and Melbourne, it is interesting that Brisbane went pretty well in terms of the last cycle. When the southern markets were languishing in 2007, the Brisbane market continued to perform pretty well,” he said.
Hobart was the second strongest market nationally with median house prices rising over 14 per cent in 2009 while prices in Darwin lifted 13.5 per cent and Brisbane’s 7.7 per cent.
This report factualises what some Real Estate agents were reporting in their patch.
In all it looks like the Brisbane market has faired well. The growth should continue into the end of 2010 with confidence growing again.
For more information please check out the APM report at http://www.homepriceguide.com.au/media_release/APM_HousePriceSeries_DecemberQ09.pdf
Cheers
Shawn Kristofer
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January 27, 2010 by shawnkristofer
This low set 4 bedroom property on 689ms block is immaculately presented and priced to sell. Positioned in a quite street this home boasts too many features to list, so here is a few to tempt the most astute owner occupier or investor.
* Security Screens
* Air Conditioned Kitchen/Family/Dining & Master Room
* Fans throughout
* Carpet in bedrooms and formal lounge
* Built In Cupboards in all rooms
* Ample Storage
* 3000ltr Water Tank
* Manicured Gardens
* Patio Area with Stencilled Concrete surrounds
An absolute must to see.
For more information click HERE
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January 25, 2010 by shawnkristofer
This spacious three bedroom home is situated on a large 607m2 leafy block in a quiet cul-de-sac in highly sought after Belmont. Features include
*Three good sized bedrooms. Main bedroom with A/C, fan and built ins
*Study/Sunroom
*Generous sized Lounge
*Dining area off NEW open plan kitchen
*Bathroom has bath and shower with separate w/c one upstairs, one downstairs.
*Reverse cycle A/C in living areas
*Timber floors throughout
*Sliding door to rear balcony overlooking the large yard & garden, which is perfect for the kids with room to play
*Downstairs has large rumpus/family room with access to the back yard and entertainment area
*Double lock up garage
*Fully Fenced
Being exceptionally priced, this home will sell quick.
The sustainability declaration for this property can be obtained by contacting the Agent
UNDER CONTRACT in 3 Days. If you are interesting in selling your property please contact me on 0411 532 333!
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January 9, 2010 by shawnkristofer
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December 30, 2009 by shawnkristofer
The doomsayers have fled into hiding it seems as many of the leading institutions start releasing their property forecasts for the coming year.
Here are some noted comments from the ANZ Property report:
“The remarkable rise in Australian house prices in 2009 has finally silenced the doomsayers. The national median house price has risen by an impressive 10% over the first 10 months of the year buoyed by low interest rates, the first home owner boost (FHOB) and tightening underlying fundamentals,” economist Alex Joiner said in the recent ANZ Property report.
The report claims the outlook for the residential property market is quite strong. It notes national median house prices rose by 10% in the first 10 months of 2009, and expects a resilient market performance in the next year.
“While we still expect a deceleration of prices in 2010 as the FHOB is removed and interest rates are lifted towards ‘neutral’, recent momentum suggests price gains could be stronger than anticipated.”
“Despite a marked rise in properties for sale, auction clearance rates have remained high in recent weeks and an upgraded economic outlook and improved job security will continue to boost investor and homebuyer confidence,” he said.
Great time to get back into the market.
Cheers
Shawn Kristofer
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December 29, 2009 by shawnkristofer
This time of year I have lots of “interstaters” up here looking at the houses. I love Queensland and can understand the draw. Although when it is “muggy” like it is at the moment it makes it a bit of harder sell.
Here are my 5 reasons for buying in Queensland
1. The weather. Okay so this week its rained a bit but generally the weather is fantastic. You can swim in comfort from late September right through to March, so a pool is a great investment. Dinner on the back deck every night in summer. Perfect!
2. The median house price isn’t as outlandish as some of the southern states. Population growth is alway strong in Queensland but suprisingly the prices maintain a constistent value.
3. Queenslanders are a friendly bunch. We know we are on a good wicket up here so we are a bit more “laid” back than the rest of the country.
4. It doesn’t take a long drive from Brisbane to hit some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Our beaches are great, but west of Brisbane is beautiful too. And north, well, it just gets better and better as you go. The thing I have noticed about Queenslanders is that we enjoy a drive, and have covered a lot of our own state. That is a mean feat because Queensland is such a large and diverse state.
5. People in Queensland get it! A lot of us have lived elsewhere in the world and have been unable come across anything that matches Queensland. So we have packed our things and come home. Brisbane is a city with a country feel, we have beaches, rainforests, country, the Great Barrier Reef and theme parks all at our doorstep. We enjoy the outdoor lifestyle, the bonus that it is beautiful too makes it all that more cherished.
So if you are in Queensland and reading this, push out your chest and smile with pride. For the rest of the country, pack a suitcase, jump on a plane, and come on up. The water is fine! If you want a longer stay, say, 15 – 20 years then give me a call, I will show you some great houses but I also will let you in on our secret, Queensland is perfect!
Cheers
Shawn Kristofer
Ray White Tingalpa
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December 24, 2009 by shawnkristofer
Merry Christmas to all and a very Happy New Year. May all you dreams come true in the next 12 months.
My family and I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for following the Blog and supporting me throughout the year.
Love peace and happiness to all
Cheers
Shawn
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December 16, 2009 by shawnkristofer
Out with the kids this evening to view some of the 4KQ Christmas light entrants. First off we went to Brandella Place Belmont. Wow the whole street got into the festive spirit with some excellent displays and tons of Christmas cheer. Next stop was Abbeyfeale Street Tingalpa which gave Brandella Place a run for their money.
It was nice to walk along the streets with hundreds of others, kids in PJs, all enjoying the fantastic displays. Was also great to see the homeowners out mingling with the passerby, creating a great community spirit.
Took some snaps, I hope you enjoy. Make sure you check the streets out before Christmas.
Ah yes there are some photos of buses in there too. That’s right they were busing people in! It was fantastic!
Happy Christmas Brandella Place and Abbeyfeale Street. You made my kids eyes light up, and we are all in a festive mood now!
Cheers
Shawn
PS here is a great map of all the lights in Brisbane
MAP
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