View the Rental Market Update for May 2018 for the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne:

The great news for locals of this region is that City of Whittlesea have announced that test trains will be running to Mernda within the next 3 months. Construction of the new train line extending South Morang to Mernda started in April 2017. According to council, they are actually ahead of schedule, sighting “good weather, […]

The First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSS) introduced to allow greater housing affordability for first home buyers. This is a separate initiative to the First Home Buyers Grant.

When it comes to selling your property – whether it’s your home or investment property – both you and your agent want to achieve the highest sale price as quickly as possible. The best strategy is to establish a realistic figure of what the home is worth and set the price correctly before launching the […]

When it comes to the present state of Australia’s property market, it’s no secret that the Royal Commission into Banking has resulted in increased lending restrictions and higher mortgage rates for investors. While experts say a crash is unlikely due to population growth, the media and news headlines are reporting Australia’s property market is slowing […]

Watch below the Rental Market Update for April 2018…. view directly on Youtube HERE

Selling or Buying Property involves a number of complicated variables, often two real estate agents, two banks, and then a buyer and seller. A great conveyancer will bring all of these parties together to finalise the purchase in a way that minimises stress and puts the right measures in place to remove avoidable issues. Keeping […]

The market continues to be strong for sellers, so if you think that in the next 12 months you will want to sell your property, you may want to consider pushing this forward to capitalise now. What stage might you be at? Downsizers: – The gardens are getting on top of you – The property […]

The Easter Bunny had a great time visiting the suburbs that Ristic services in the weeks leading up to his busiest day of the year. For the third year running the Ristic Team was at the Plenty Parklands Primary event, with some wild hair styles and lots of laughs coming out of the evening. Easter […]

Read the latest edition of The Ristic Report, featuring a market update, some news and tips for those looking to sell or buy. READ HERE

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The finalists of the 2018 Leading Property Managers Association Awards have been announced and we are delighted to announce that three Ristic Real Estate agents have been awarded nominations in the following categories: Excellence in Leadership – Kaan Ristic Excellence in Corporate Support – Chloe Hutchinson Excellence in Corporate Support – Leanne Demetrius “The LPMA […]

Energy Safe Victoria has issued a warning for Victorians who live in a property with a Vulcan Heritage or a Pyrox Heritage gas heater not to use it until it has been tested by a qualified gasfitter. According to Energy Safe Victoria, open flue heaters, like the Vulcan Heritage or Pyrox Heritage space heater, are […]

Seeing property sales and rental prices continue to escalate around you when you are not yet in a position to purchase can be a real drainer. Well listen up because we are here to give you a pep talk! Saving for a house deposit is a commitment that everyone who wants to own their own […]

Property investing has long been a mainstream investment strategy for both novices and experts alike. Yet, as rewarding and effective as property can be as an investment, there are some pitfalls that are unfortunately all too common. These can render investments potentially ineffective, if not costly. Here are a few key areas to consider before […]

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Planned for completion in 2019, this project extends the train rail 8km from South Morang to Mernda Town Centre. There will be three news stations Mernda, Marymede (adjacent to Marymeded Catholic College) and Hawkstowe parade. A massive initiative that will greatly benefit those who living in the surrounding area. It is estimated that 8000 people […]

When it comes to owning a rental property, there are always expenses vying for your attention, however you should always prioritize the cost of on-going maintenance and repairs. Having a well-maintained property gives you the ability to sell quickly if you find you need to, reduces your exposure to legal risk, reduces the likelihood of […]

The Ristic Leasing team works extremely hard to ensure that a comprehensive body of evidence is gathered prior to the start of each new tenancy. Complete proof of the condition of the property at the time the keys are handed over is essential in defending our Landlord’s position at VCAT. General wear and tear is […]

For those who regularly drive Yan Yean Road, you will have noticed the workers. According to Vicroads, the works will be done in two stages, totalling $131.2 million. The first stage will be from Kurrak Road, to Diamond Creek Road. The upgrade will involve both directions being increased to two lanes, traffic lights at Kurrak […]