appraise.works, Author at McGrath Riverina Real Estate

Jan 02

Client Testimonial | Seller of 174 Camp Street, Temora

"Lachlan was spot on when it came to the market in Temora. We were happy with the overall experience with Lachlan. We chose Lachlan as we were observing all real estate agents while living in Temora for 4 to 5 years,it was quite clear that Lachlan got the properties sold…

Dec 15

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John McGrath – End-of-year wrap: 2025 in the rear-view mirror

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With just over two weeks of 2025 remaining, Christmas budgets are expected to be as tight as they were last year as the cost-of-living crunch continues. But there has been some good news for the property market this year, and there could be more to come in 2026. Firstly, as discussed…

Dec 12

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Client Testimonial | Seller of 60 Deutcher Street, Temora

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"We can’t thank Lachlan and Lucy enough! From selling our previous home within two weeks of being on the market and for also helping us purchase our new one! They guided us through every step with professionalism, dedication, and genuine care." - Seller of 60 Deutcher Street, Temora

Dec 08

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John McGrath – Solid outlook for Melbourne as growth increases

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Melbourne’s property market continued to gain momentum in 2025, after five years of sluggish growth. As of September 2024, the southern capital city shifted from being the second most expensive capital city market in 2020 to the third most affordable, according to Cotality’s Housing Affordability Report last month. Cotality’s latest…

Dec 01

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John McGrath – Sydney’s property market continues to set the pace

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Sydney’s property market continued to experience strong resilience in 2025, despite home value growth still falling behind Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide, along with already elevated prices and cost-of-living pressures. Yet as we discuss in our recently released McGrath Report 2026, Sydney remains Australia’s powerhouse property market for other reasons as well.…

Nov 24

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John McGrath – “Lifestyle over life stress”: looking for the good life

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As we approach the summer holidays, some people are winding down for the year, but others are honing in on potential property purchases – and moves – in 2026. According to the 2025 Muval Index, Google searches for removalists have dropped by 22% since 2019 and are now at their…

Nov 23

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Client Testimonial | Buyer of 62 Holbrook Street, Temora

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"Lachlan is an excellent agent with much local knowledge. His communication is spot on and returns calls and messages as soon as possible. Highly recommend Lachlan and his colleagues at McGrath-Riverina." - Buyer of 62 Holbrook Street, Temora

Nov 17

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John McGrath – Why our love for regional areas continues

By appraise.works NEWS

Buyers continue to flock to tree and sea change areas around the country, and there’s good reason for this. Cotality’s latest Regional Market Report reveals that combined regional value growth reacted favourably to this year’s three rate cuts, although this response was milder than in our capital cities. Lismore in…

Nov 10

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John McGrath – How Gen X has won the generational capital gains race

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As we head into summer, sellers are continuing to enjoy strong capital gains. The latest Cotality Home Value Index (HVI) indicates that not only are national home values still increasing, but the pace of this growth has also accelerated. The 1.1% national gain in October pushed the annual pace of growth…

Nov 03

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Have we run out of homes? – 2026 McGrath Report

By appraise.works NEWS

Last week, we released the 2026 McGrath Report, which reveals three important property trends as well as my top suburb picks for the new year in NSW, Queensland, Victoria, and Tasmania. There are plenty of other reasons to read the report, namely its overarching theme, ‘Have we run out of homes?’…

Oct 27

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John McGrath – How to unlock equity to buy property

By appraise.works BUYING TIPS, NEWS

It’s no secret that property values continue to show steady growth in Australia. For homeowners, this increase not only means excellent capital growth but also a strong chance of higher equity, enabling you to buy a second home. But how can you use equity to buy another property? Let’s take a…

Oct 20

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Exploring the ins and outs of the rental market – John McGrath

By appraise.works LEASING TIPS, NEWS

This month’s quarterly Rental Review from Cotality revealed national vacancy rates and rental listings have reached new record lows. The report showed the number of national rental listings is now 25% below the five-year average for this time of year. The national vacancy rate has also dropped to 1.47% -…

Oct 13

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John McGrath – Best buying tips for this Spring season

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We’re in the midst of another Spring selling season, and this year, we’re seeing vendors enjoy a strong position in the market. There are good reasons for this. According to Cotality’s October Home Value Index (HVI), a combination of lower interest rates, rising real income growth, tight labour markets, and…

Oct 07

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John McGrath – How your garden can boost the chance of a great sale

By appraise.works NEWS, SELLING TIPS

Well-tended gardens can add significant value to a property, and there are plenty of reasons for this. First and foremost, street appeal matters. Even in the active seller’s market that we’re currently experiencing, buyers still want a positive first impression of a home. Gardens can also impress drive-by buyers who…

Sep 29

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John McGrath – Renovation advice for home owners as demand continues

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We are seeing the demand for renovated properties remain strong this year, as it has for the past three years. For homeowners willing to meet this demand, there are benefits to be had from both fast, targeted refurbishments or long-term makeovers. In its latest monthly review, national valuations company, Herron Todd…

Sep 23

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Client Testimonial | Seller of 155 Larmer Street, Narrandera

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"Jarrod, I can honestly say, has been a delight to deal with in every way - His professionalism in every way. He was always contactable and was quick to troubleshoot any issues that arose and then quickly regained contact with me to confirm outcomes. He a most friendly down to…

Sep 22

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John McGrath – How to sell in an active spring market

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In a strong seller’s market, like the one we’re currently experiencing, vendors can sometimes become complacent. With properties in many locations selling within days and enjoying excellent capital growth, often sellers don’t feel the need to attract buyers with a great marketing campaign or stylists. This Spring, there’s certainly more…

Sep 15

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John McGrath – How to buy in a tight spring market

By appraise.works BUYING TIPS, NEWS

Cotality research director Tim Lawless recently commented that vendors are in a strong position as they head into what will be a very active Spring selling season. I couldn’t agree more. Buyers should prepare to compete against larger-than-usual crowds at open homes and auctions - and not just because Spring is…

Sep 08

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John McGrath – Why good property management is crucial to your investment success

By appraise.works LEASING TIPS, NEWS

Australian investors are continuing to enjoy a strong market as landlords, according to Cotality’s September Home Value Index. House and unit rental growth is still increasing in every capital city, along with gross rental yields. Rental markets also remain very tight across most regions, with the national vacancy rate at…

Aug 31

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Client Testimonial | Buyer of 34 King Street, Narrandera

By appraise.works Reviews

"Leisa was great, easy to talk to and addressed my questions and dealt with my small issues straight away. The journey I have with her in terms of buying this property is just smooth, always getting updated for everything and completed with no issues but of great satisfaction. Thank you…

Aug 25

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John McGrath – It’s never too late to buy your first home

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Buying a home remains a strong aspiration for most Australians, but first home buyers are waiting longer to buy their first property. According to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data, the average age of first home buyers is now 37. Commonwealth Bank figures also show that the largest…

Aug 18

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John McGrath – Regional centres’ change of pace opens doors to buyers

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It’s not just Australia’s capital cities that are undergoing a property market rebalance. In a convergence of suburban areas and regional towns, we’re seeing the latter experiencing performance moderations very similar to capital cities. The value gap between the regions and the capital cities is continuing to narrow and, just…

Aug 11

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John McGrath – How to prepare for a new financial year

By appraise.works NEWS

Even with an accountant, organising your tax return is not fun or easy. But if you’re an existing homeowner or planning to buy a home soon, it literally pays to start forward thinking for a new financial year sooner, rather than later. I’m a big proponent of reserving some time…

Aug 05

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John McGrath – School zone or school fees? The choice many families are making.

By appraise.works NEWS

For many families, choosing where to live isn’t just about affordability or proximity to work. Increasingly, it’s about access to a quality public education for their children. New data from Cotality shows families are willing to pay significant premiums for the privilege. They’re stretching their budgets to buy homes in desirable…

Jul 28

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John McGrath – More landlords positively geared for the third year running

By appraise.works INVESTORS, NEWS

There’s a significant new trend in property investment: for the past three years, a majority of Australian investors have been positively or neutrally geared. That means their rental income has met or exceeded their expenses, including loan repayments. As a result, they’ve been pocketing extra income each year on top of…

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Client Testimonial | Seller of 174 Camp Street, Temora

John McGrath – End-of-year wrap: 2025 in the rear-view mirror

Client Testimonial | Seller of 60 Deutcher Street, Temora

John McGrath – Solid outlook for Melbourne as growth increases

John McGrath – Sydney’s property market continues to set the pace

John McGrath – “Lifestyle over life stress”: looking for the good life

Client Testimonial | Buyer of 62 Holbrook Street, Temora

John McGrath – Why our love for regional areas continues

John McGrath – How Gen X has won the generational capital gains race

Have we run out of homes? – 2026 McGrath Report

John McGrath – How to unlock equity to buy property

Exploring the ins and outs of the rental market – John McGrath

John McGrath – Best buying tips for this Spring season

John McGrath – How your garden can boost the chance of a great sale

John McGrath – Renovation advice for home owners as demand continues

Client Testimonial | Seller of 155 Larmer Street, Narrandera

John McGrath – How to sell in an active spring market

John McGrath – How to buy in a tight spring market

John McGrath – Why good property management is crucial to your investment success

Client Testimonial | Buyer of 34 King Street, Narrandera

John McGrath – It’s never too late to buy your first home

John McGrath – Regional centres’ change of pace opens doors to buyers

John McGrath – How to prepare for a new financial year

John McGrath – School zone or school fees? The choice many families are making.

John McGrath – More landlords positively geared for the third year running

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