Chris Warren Property

29/09/2022

This is such vital information to have if you own a rental property and your tenants ask to keep a pet on the premises.
This is new legislation starting Saturday 1st October 2022.

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) is highlighting the value of property managers as the most significant rental legislative reforms in more than a decade come into effect on 1 October.

15/09/2022

Thank you to all my sellers and buyers over the years for helping me to stay the distance.

Congratulations Chris Warren from the team ….20 Years is a wonderful achievement.
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21/07/2022

Looking for offers around $845,000....This renovated
3 bedroom workers cottage has to be amazing value. Open for inspection Saturday 23 July 10-10.45am and 1-130pm.
Hope to see you there.

3 Beryl Crescent, Holland Park
Renovated Character Workers Cottage
Price $845,000 ONO
📞Chris Warren 0414 786 777
💻 [email protected]
www.remaxcolonial.com.au
Renovated Character Workers Cottage
Great way to get into the market, particularly if you want to be close to the city and would like a character home at a reasonable price? Then this property could be the answer.

28/04/2022

A few months ago I commented on the plight of first home buyers trying to buy into this crazy housing market.
Today a few words about tenants trying to find somewhere to rent.
As more owners list their rental properties for sale it means fewer houses available to rent. Owners with a couple of properties will naturally sell an investment property before their own homes. With so many first home buyers in the market desperate to buy, it means they will be the majority of potential buyers. Investors are in the minority so we see fewer properties to rent.

We are seeing record numbers of people moving to Queensland which already has a housing shortage. Many of these new arrivals are wanting to rent so more pressure builds on our strained housing situation.
I have spoken to many renters lately and my heart goes out to them in their situation. They are desperate to find somewhere. It is not easy for them.

Can I remind everyone that tenants are protected by their leases? A number of owners seem to think they can get just give their tenants
a few weeks notice when they want to sell and the tenants will have to move. Not so. Tenants have every right to remain in their rented property and not vacate until their lease expires.
Sadly I have heard of some agents promising potential buyers not to worry about buying a rented property because they, the agents will arrange to get them out. A lease is a legal contract between the parties and agents can not get people out of a lease unless the tenants choose to vacate.

27/04/2022

A lovely review from owners of a Mooorooka Townhouse I sold recently.

"Chris and his team at RE/MAX Colonial have been looking after my
property for about 5 years and he has been my real estate angel!
Nothing I asked of him was too large or too small. He was always happy and willing to provide exceptional service.When it came time to sell, there was never another option because I knew I could count on him to handle everything. I didn't have to think about anything. I knew he would look after it. He has always been understanding of our situation,has always been prompt with communication and always easy to reach. I would highly recommend Chris for all your realestate needs."

Thank you Samantha and Jason.

28/10/2021

Spare a thought for the first home buyers struggling to get into the market.
There are those whose earnings and savings are not enough to get a loan.
Then there are those who have secured a loan and are frantically searching every day for a property. Sadly, everything seems to be sold by the time they find a place of interest.
It's cruel.
The housing market is a sellers market now but the cycle of the housing market is such that it keeps turning and when this current boom ends...and all booms end...it will be a buyers market again.
Right now, buying a property is like buying shares at the top of the market. We are told to only buy when share prices go down but we dont do that with property?
If the struggle is getting to you, take a break and stop house hunting for a while. Prices may not fall but they will stabilise. Concentrate on saving as much as you can in the meantime. It isnt easy but be patient. Your time will come.

04/08/2021

The updated profile photo is from the rear deck of 48 Parker Street Goodna. A glorious 1.8 hectares just 26kms from Brisbane CBD. For nmore info go to:
www.realestate.com.au/136718350

Occupying an elevated position this gorgeous mid-century home on nearly 3 acres (10,762m2 - 60m frontage) is hidden from sight of the road and is surrounded by lush tropical gardens. The decks at the rear boast a magnificent view of the surrounding paddocks and Woogaroo Creek nature reserve. Both ho...

21/05/2021

It’s easy to forget in this crazy real estate world that property transactions are not just about buyers and sellers but in some cases tenants as well.
Many owners are naturally trying to cash in on the sellers’ market we have but if they own investment properties it’s the tenants whose interests are often overlooked.
Tenants should be protected by their leases but in some cases are being railroaded to vacate by being offered financial compensation by the owners.
Fair enough if they are happy to vacate with this incentive but many are not as it is so difficult to find another rental.
As always it is about compromise.
Our policy when an owner wants to list his investment property for sale is to sit down with the tenants and explain the process assuring them they are protected by their lease. We arrange suitable times for inspections and open houses to fit their schedules.
Importantly, while our property managers know the tenants, we sales people may not. By building trust with the tenants from the start and their knowing we will look out for their interests ensures the sale will go smoothly.
Please, if you own investment properties, look after your tenants. It will pay dividends and it’s just the right thing to do.

21/04/2021

You are probably aware we are in the middle of a housing boom.

Because of the uncertainty about prices more and more houses are being advertised without a price. Buyers are hard pressed to find a house with an asking price or price guide as they scroll through Realestate.com and Domain.

In Queensland, it is illegal to give buyers a price guide if the property is advertised without a price or going to Auction. We can
provide buyers with a list of comparitive sales in the area but nothing more.

Both Realestate.com and Domain have been telling agents for years that many buyers do not bother to engage with a property advertised without a price. Auctions are an exception as most people are aware of how they work. When many buyers see "For
Sale Now", "By Negotiation","Make an Offer", etc they simply tune out.

Why advertise without a price? Agents say in a rising uncertain market they are doing owners a disservice by putting a price on a property as they may undersell it. If a lot of buyers are not even looking at their property isn't that doing even more of a disservice?

Looking for a property is stressful at the best of times. With no price guide it makes the process even harder, especially for inexperienced first home buyers.

Our policy is to always put a price or a price guide on any advertised property unless it is going to Auction or we have been instructed by the owners otherwise.

We are confident more buyers will engage with our listings on the internet. This achieves the best results for our owners and makes the buying process easier for buyers.

07/04/2021

Finding good land to build on these days in the inner city suburbs is as difficult as finding a house to buy. Here is our latest offering;
450m2 flood free at 304 Fairfield Rd Yeronga (service road) asking offers in the mid $600,000s.

23/03/2021

Old photo...New listing coming🏠