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Today, First National Real Estate is Australia's most advanced real estate network and the trademark 'Swash' is the country's most recognised symbol for real estate. We have over 400 offices throughout Australia, New Zealand, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea.

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DIY TIPS FOR HOME STAGING

First National First National
8 March 2024

What started as simple advice from real estate agents to spring clean and keep your home spick and span before open homes has today evolved into a booming stand-alone industry 

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HOUSING UPSWING AS VALUES LIFT 0.4%

First National First National
8 February 2024

Australia’s housing upswing continued through the first month of 2024 with CoreLogic’s national Home Value Index (HVI) rising 0.4% in January. Up from the 0.3% increases seen in November and December, this marks the 12th straight month of value rises.

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TIPS TO TRY BEFORE YOU BUY

First National First National
1 February 2024

Purchasing a home is a huge decision, and aside from the physical property itself, getting a feel for the surrounding community, amenities, and pockets of desirability within the neighbourhood is nearly impossible without spending a decent amount of time embedded within the area.

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RENTAL MARKETS REMAIN “EXTREMELY TIGHT”

First National First National
22 January 2024

Despite the slowdown, the national HVI reached a new record high in November. After falling -7.5% from a peak in April 2022 to a trough in January 2023, housing values have bounced 8.3% higher over the past 10 months, demonstrating a clear ‘V’ shaped recovery.

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