Listener Q&A: Home Upgrades, Cemetery Purchases, Buyers Agents, and Bank Responses

In today’s episode of The Elephant in The Room Property Podcast, we dive into an array of intriguing and thought-provoking listener questions that touch upon a variety of topics.

Join us as we navigate through the realms of real estate, finance, and unconventional investments to provide insightful answers and expert advice.

Among the array of topics we'll be discussing today are the considerations involved when one has the financial means to upgrade their home but doesn't necessarily need to, then we delve into the topic of finding the right buyer's agent in your desired area.

Shifting gears, we also shed light on the various fee models employed by buyers agents. And while we're on the topic of finances, we continue to address the timely topic of how banks are responding to their existing customers once their fixed mortgage rates expire.

Then, we take an unexpected turn as we delve into a fascinating and lesser-known realm of real estate investments—cemeteries. Yes, you heard us right!

Join us for an episode filled with enlightening answers to our listeners' burning questions. Whether you're a homeowner, aspiring buyer, or simply intrigued by unconventional investments, this episode of The Elephant in The Room Property Podcast is sure to broaden your understanding and provide valuable insights into various aspects of real estate, finance, and the world of unusual investments.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction

01:08 - Is a home upgrade worth considering even if unnecessary?

08:45 - How to find the right local buyers’ agent in an area that doesn’t have any?

16:50 - Understanding the different fees among buyer’s agents

25:30 - What to look for and what NOT to look for when choosing a buyer’s agent

34:00 - Let’s discuss this unconventional question about cemetery purchases

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

• What to do if the property you buy has a cemetery on it? https://bit.ly/469Rwws

Resources:

• Visit our website https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au
• If you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at: The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast questions@theelephantintheroom.com.au
• Looking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.au
• Work with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.au
• Looking for a Mortgage Broker? https://www.blusk.au
• Work with Chris: hello@blusk.au

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