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Procedures in response to COVID-19 – Updated

Our best wishes go to everyone in this difficult time. Stay healthy and safe. At Walkom Real Estate the health, safety and wellbeing of our team, clients and visitors to our offices and properties is our utmost priority.

Updated 25.3.20

To help safeguard the property buying process we have implemented the following in our business; : all property inspections are … Read the full post »

Xmas / New Year Trading Hours

Our office hours during the Xmas / New year period 2019/2020 are as follows: We are closed from Christmas Eve 2 PM 24/12/19 and will reopen on Thursday the 2.1.2020 at 8.30am :

24.12.19 Tuesday Christmas Eve – 2 PM Closure25.12.19 Wednesday Christmas Day – Closed26.12.19 Thursday Boxing Day – Closed27.12.19 Friday – … Read the full post »

Why properties are taking longer to sell

As the wider Sydney and Melbourne markets including Newcastle undergo a shift in property prices and supply vs demand, the number of days a property sits on the market for is beginning to lengthen.

While many see this as a reason to panic, it’s actually not as bad as it sounds. Competition may have died down, but there will always be people looking … Read the full post »

Preparing your property for sale

Great presentation is crucial to the selling process. In our experience, a well-presented home is far more likely to sell in a shorter timeframe and for a better price in any market conditions.

This is because buyers are inspired by beautiful presentation. It gives them confidence in the quality of your home and helps them fall in love with it.

Putting effort into presentation ensures … Read the full post »

How much do I need to save for my first home?

First home buyers should consider their property as both a place to live and a cornerstone financial asset. Your first property is likely to fund your second, so you need it to achieve good capital growth.

Therefore, we recommend buying the best property you can, within the category you can afford; and holding it for the long term to ensure excellent re-sale … Read the full post »

IMPORTANT NOTICE: LOOSE-FILL ASBESTOS INSULATION


Free Testing in Greater Newcastle
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 31ST JULY 2018
A home in the Greater Newcastle Region has been confirmed to have Loose-fill asbestos insulation.
The NSW government is offering free testing to owners who own a pre-1980 home in Newcastle, Maitland, Cessnock, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens.
For more information visit: Fair Trading NSW
For more information: Ask … Read the full post »

Why You Should Have Contents Insurance As A Tenant

Property Management Tips – Ask Susan

Let me tell you why.

On the morning of 22nd February 2018 a fruit bat decided to swing between two power lines with a hand on each. Not a good idea.

Apart from it’s unfortunate demise approximately 1000 homes in the Maryville, Tighes hill and immediate surrounds experienced a massive power surge resulting in the destruction of many electrical … Read the full post »

NSW Regional Alliance Takes Centre Stage

So great to attend yesterday’s meeting at HMRI in my role as Chairman of the Foundation which was attended by Federal Assistant Health Minister Dr David Gillespie who announced the accreditation of a partnership to align clinicians and researchers across the Hunter New England, Central Coast and Mid-North Coast along with a seed grant of $225,000 to NSW Regional Health Partners.  Good to see time and … Read the full post »

Gastronomic Lunch 2017

The Gastronomic Lunch is the brainchild of Neil Slater, founder of Scratchley’s on the Wharf. Since its birth in 2004, The Gastronomic Lunch has raised roughly 1.1 million for the Hunter Medical Research Institution with a further $136,000 raised on 7th May 2017.

Chefs from Newcastle’s most esteemed restaurants worked together on a six-course meal that is unequalled in the region. In 2017, the event’s annual auction included a signed piece … Read the full post »

Auction Results Saturday 14th December 2013

Two properties were auctioned by our Firm on Saturday 14th December 2013. Both properties were sold under the hammer.
There was good attendances of around 20 people at each auction and strong bidding from the registered bidders.

40 Nobbys Road, Newcastle East
Beds 3 Bath 2 Parking 0
Sold $752,500

3 Basil Street, Mayfield West
Beds 2 Bath 1 Parking 1+
Needed Renovations
Sold $320,000

Thank you to all … Read the full post »

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