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Long Jetty: The aptly named town that's a hipster haven

06/03/2023

Central Coast Long Jetty

Located on a peninsula between Tuggerah Lake and the Pacific Ocean lies the flourishing suburb of Long Jetty, aptly named for its three very long jetties extending out into the lake’s shallow waters. This hipster hamlet has garnered praise as the Central Coast’s version of Sydney’s Newtown, with incredible cafes, street art and vintage stores. […]

What's ahead for the Central Coast market in 2023?

01/03/2023

Central Coast The future of real estate

With greater work flexibility and record high prices in Sydney, the NSW Central Coast saw a large increase in buyer activity, explains Angus Moore, economist, realestate.com.au. Now, despite rising interest rates, enthusiasm for the area’s property looks set to continue in 2023. “We saw a lot of people moving up from Sydney — in particular […]

5 reasons why Sydneysiders are buying on the Central Coast

19/11/2021

Buying Central Coast Lifestyle

The Central Coast is one of the hottest real estate markets in Australia right now. The recent launch of Central Coast Quarter has set the temperature even higher, with more than 50% of apartments in stage one sold out in the opening week. Among the buyers were owners and investors from nearby Sydney. Given its […]

Gosford: The Central Coast suburb transforming itself into a vibrant hotspot

02/10/2021

Buying Central Coast Investing

From Terrigal to Killcare and Avoca Beach, the Central Coast’s charming waterfront villages have long drawn admiring glances from Sydneysiders searching for a sea-change or holiday home. Gosford sits in a valley overlooking Brisbane Water and halfway between Sydney and Newcastle, in the heart of the Central Coast. It was traditionally regarded as more of […]

Eight regional areas set to boom after COVID-19

08/05/2020

Buying Central Coast Investing The future of real estate

Living regionally while still being able to hold down a city job is a long-held dream for many Australians. Serendipitously, the COVID-19 pandemic may allow this dream to become a reality.    Originally published on realestate.com.au By Cameron Kusher Executive Manager, Economic Research 29 Apr 2020 For years, businesses have touted workplace flexibility, but the […]

Trends likely to emerge post COVID-19 could benefit Central Coast property market

07/05/2020

Buying Central Coast Investing Lake Macquarie The future of real estate

Property experts are suggesting that the Central Coast housing market may benefit from some trends that are likely to emerge post COVID-19. Originally published on realestate.com.au By Jess Verrender 29 Apr 2020         With workers realising the viability of working from home and retirees keen to escape populated areas, the coastal region […]

 

Acreage Spring 2019 Market Report

06/01/2020

ACREAGE Central Coast Lake Macquarie Rural lifestyle Suburb Breakdown

The expected softening of the market in 2019 saw fewer acreage sales across Lake Macquarie and the Central Coast than last year, but prices remaining strong. The settling of the dust from the federal election and Royal Commission added to low interest rates, relaxed lending criteria and economic policy designed to encourage property purchasing is […]

 

2019 Mardi winter sales report with Josh Horner

25/10/2019

Central Coast Mardi Suburb Breakdown

Mardi is a fantastic suburb in the best location – so close to shops, the M1 Sydney to Newcastle Motorway, public transport and great schools! 2019 has seen an expected softening of the Central Coast real estate market, although the effects of this have been quite gentle in Mardi. We have seen fewer sales in […]

 

Hamlyn Terrace real estate sales report

25/10/2019

Central Coast Hamlyn Terrace Suburb Breakdown

Hamlyn Terrace benefits from its convenient location close to the shores of Tuggerah Lake, handy to shops, sporting and medical facilities and public transport, and just a short drive to the M1 Sydney to Newcastle Motorway.   The median sale price of houses in Hamlyn Terrace has been fairly flat over winter, but we believe […]

 

Gwandalan and Summerland Point report

25/10/2019

Central Coast Gwandalan Investing Lake Macquarie Suburb Breakdown Summerland Point

Gwandalan and Summerland Point continue to be popular suburbs for purchasers. Being on the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie just a short drive from picturesque beaches, and with their fast and easy access to either Sydney or Newcastle, we see no reason for demand to lessen in Summerland Point or Gwandalan.   2019 has seen […]

 

Tyson & Ronald McDonald House Charities Ride For Sick Kids

08/08/2019

Central Coast

In September, Tyson Nicholson joined the Ronald McDonald House Charities Australia Ride for Sick Kids, Northern NSW team. A group of around 30 riders cycled 535km from Inverell to Newcastle to raise much-needed funds. Together, their aim was to raise $200,000 to help sick kids and their families. These vital funds give families a “home […]

 

It’s about to become a lot easier to borrow! The big winners from the election…

17/07/2019

Borrowing Buying Central Coast Investing The future of real estate

While we are unsure when these changes will take effect, here’s what we know is going to happen… Soon banks are going to be able to lend more money as APRA (Australian Prudential Regulation Authority) relaxes its current assessment rate of 7.25%, with new arrangements which will allow banks to be able to asses on […]

 

Josh Horner discovers the latest design trends at Homeworld Warnervale

17/07/2019

Building Central Coast Development Land The future of real estate Warnervale

Have you heard of the NEW display home village on our doorstep? WATCH as the ever-energetic Josh Horner walks you through the impressive HomeWorld in Warnervale. This off-the-cuff and candid insight into some of the latest building and design trends will inspire you to start planning your new home or snazz up your current abode. […]

Greater Lake Munmorah Structure Plan

29/04/2019

Central Coast Development Gwandalan Lake Munmorah Suburb Breakdown Summerland Point

Have you heard of the proposed framework for development in the Greater Lake Mummorah area that is vital for future growth and prosperity of the area? As a local, Tyson Nicholson, is excited about future of his home town and is keen to shine some light on this topic. This Draft Structure Plan by Central […]

 

2019 Mardi report

18/04/2019

Central Coast Mardi Suburb Breakdown

Mardi continues to be a very popular suburb for families, young professionals and retirees. The buzz on the street is that the market is cooling, however I am still seeing and gaining excellent results for my clients during this so-called “softening” market. Mardi’s location is just perfect for quick access to Westfield, beaches, the M1 […]

 

How do we calculate a rental price?

18/04/2019

Central Coast Investing Property Management

In this video our senior property manager Jodie explains how rent prices are calculated and gives us an insight into the 3 key factors that determine the price. Is your current rental priced correctly or is it sitting vacant and in need of urgent help to get it tenanted? Switching property managers is EASY, FAST […]

A dancer dies twice: Retiring from the stage

18/04/2019

Central Coast

“A dancer, more than any other human being, dies two deaths: the first, the physical when the powerfully trained body will no longer respond as you would wish. After all, I choreographed for myself. I never choreographed what I could not do. I changed steps … to accommodate the change. But I knew. And it […]

 

Berkeley Vale, Glenning Valley and Chittaway Bay report

18/04/2019

Berkeley Vale Buying Central Coast Chittaway Bay Glenning Valley Suburb Breakdown

If you own or are looking to buy a residential home near Berkeley Vale, Glenning Valley and Chittaway Bay you need to DOWNLOAD this report. It has all the latest sales data across all these suburbs. Presented in an easy to read FREE document this report is a must have if you want to be […]

 

Josh Horner visits Lee Academy

18/04/2019

Central Coast Tuggerah

Josh Horner has been going from strength to strength since starting in real estate on the Central Coast in 2018. As a dancer, musical theatre star, choreographer and TV personality, Josh is bringing all his experience and skills to the game of real estate. Connecting people and having fun along the way. Watch to see […]

 

2019 Acreage Report

18/04/2019

ACREAGE Buying Central Coast Selling Suburb Breakdown

If you own or are looking to buy an acreage on the Central Coast you need to DOWNLOAD this report. It has all the latest sales data across all Central Coast suburbs. Presented in an easy to read FREE document this report is a must have if you want to be informed about the current […]