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With the end of the year fast approaching we start looking toward the new year, market conditions in December will likely shape the sentiment within the real estate market in early 2024 and influence the speed at which properties are transacted. 2023 turned out to be a resilient year for the Sunshine Coast property market, experiencing an unexpected upswing while national average house prices...

There’s been a bit of movement in the market since my last update and I wanted to take the opportunity to share my views on what this means in terms of opportunities for those interested in commercial real estate. Looking at how recent changes to the cash rate have impacted the commercial real estate market we can see that things have inevitably slowed down – and there’s a bi...

  If there is one person who understands the Sunshine Coast rental market, it is our Principal Ross Cattle.  Define Property, is heavily invested in both the residential and holiday home rental sectors –and Ross and the team have the knowledge and accolades to prove it.  In fact, Define has been rated as the number one agency in the region in terms of tenant connection and...

The Sunshine Coast property market has experienced unprecedented growth, continuing to attract local, state and national attention despite the global pandemic. And while soaring interest rates continue to impact mortgage holders, the Coast’s property market is still one of the most attractive in the country. So, how do vendors ensure their property shines amongst&...

Real Estate in Maroochydore has had a solid start to the year despite a softening of prices, so for those thinking of buying or selling, there is no time like the present. There is no doubt that buyer confidence in the Maroochydore market remains robust, evidenced by high numbers of people visiting the area and surrounds over the new year and holiday period, and subsequently attendin...

With the fear mongering media coverage about interest rates and property prices you may be concerned about what this means for the Sunshine Coast Property Market    Ultimately, no one has a crystal ball, so every prediction should be taken as it is, a prediction.   Inevitably, some stress sales may occur with those under a financial strain, which could temporarily affect prop...

Current market conditions where demand is outstripping supply means that more properties on the Sunshine Coast are selling ‘under the hammer’ than ever before. At their core, Auctions are an opportunity to transact property in a transparent, open forum environment with set conditions. However, they are much more than just that. Define Property Agents have been advocates for the Auc...

If you’re looking to sell your property this Spring, The Sunshine Coast property market is already blooming. The days are warming up and the housing market is flourishing across the Sunshine Coast. With less than a week until the official start of “spring selling season”, sellers are preparing to take advantage of the current property market.  Interest in the Sunshine C...