Bourkes Property Magazine Issue 15 - JAN/FEB 2015

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WHAT IS YOUR 2015 PROPERTY RESOLUTION? All the tips inside!

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Issue 15

JAN / FEB 2015

bourkes blog 2015 HERE WE GO! And so another year begins! After 35

independent WA agencies, PAN

years in real estate, I still get a buzz

merged with the Ausnet network at

from seeing the new calendar and

the end of 2014 and now has over 30

wondering what the next 365 days

members. As Chairman of this new

have in store for our industry and for

group, I am very excited about the

the team at Bourkes.

direction it is taking - we have big

What is your 2015 Property

plans for 2015!

Resolution? Are you looking to invest?

What does this mean for Bourkes

To downsize? To renovate? Do you

clients? We are able to work side by

know what your property is worth in

side with over 30 other offices (in

today’s market? The first step is to

non-conflicting areas) to ensure that

get a personalised appraisal so you

we stay at the very forefront of

can see what options you have

industry innovations and increase the

financially.

reach of our marketing power.

So if you, like myself, seem to have

We trade ideas, share out of area

lost January somewhere... make

buyers and are able to expose our

February the month where you get a

staff to a wide range of seminars,

Bourkes Sales Representative out to

training courses and motivational

see your home and help you plan

workshops, all designed to increase

your next real estate move.

business for our company and ultimately drive better sale prices and

NETWORK NEWS

higher rental returns for our clients.

Have you heard of the Prominent

visit www.prominentagents.com.au

Agents Network (PAN) yet? Already existing as a small group of

sales / auctions / property management

272 Canning Highway Como Western Australia 6152 PO Box 402 Como WA 6952 / T 08 9474 2000 E reception@bourkes.com.au / bourkes.com.au

Keep an eye out for the PAN logo and to see which other agencies we work alongside.

2015 Resolution: Drink less coffee Take more time to meet clients for a coffee and share my property investment tips.

I want to take a moment to thank everyone who wrote to us and made such great suggestions for Bourkes Magazine content.

We were thrilled to receive such great feedback and tried to include as many ideas as possible in this issue. On the pages that follow you will find styling tips, puzzles, yoga techniques, local suburb history, travel ideas, beauty vouchers and of course some insight into our industry (even what it is like to be a real estate salesperson!)

A very special THANK YOU to our delightful cover model Elodie, the daughter of one of our team members. Canning Highway is looking fabulous with her on our window!

While we try to focus on lifestyle features in this magazine I know some of you like to keep a close eye on the market and local property statistics. On the back cover we are offering a FREE subscription to the Bourkes Quarterly Property Report which is sent on real paper to your letterbox.

2015 Resolution: Employ outstanding photographers!

If you would like to recieve this publication which focuses on South Perth, Como and Victoria Park, please contact reception.

Best of luck with your own 2015 Property Resolutions and do call me if I can assist in any way.

Alan Bourke

Trish Kenny:

The preparation you put into getting your property ready for sale can make a world of difference between getting a standard price and getting a great price.

“I believe that simplest is best and have so many great ideas to make sure your property stands out in the marketplace.”

be part is it’s not hard, And the best time consuming or expensive.

I found this free couch and had it re-upholstered in a crisp, cream fabric.

Simple, tasteful cosmetic changes can make all the difference.

MY TIPS: • Perfectly placed pieces of furniture create space, style and a warm and welcoming home.

• Huge mirrors give a sense of openness – frames made from wide skirting board timber, painted to compliment any décor work brilliantly.

Trish Kenny SALES REPRESENTATIVE 0417 012 273 trish@bourkes.com.au

• Beautiful bed linen, bedside tables and lamps add finishing touches for a glamorous bedroom.

A BIT ABOUT ME...

• Symmetrical open shelving to display and store crockery and books adds to the open feeling.

• Lashings of crisp, classic white/ cream paintwork and a dollop of colour enhances a restful mood.

My first ever renovation over 16 years ago – a tiny one bedroom apartment. The kitchen was simply repainted.

An abiding interest in design and interior decorating led me to build a successful business for myself buying, renovating and selling residential property.

My vast bank of real estate knowledge, gained over 16 years, provides an invaluable asset that benefits my clients when selling their property.

If you are thinking of putting your property on the market I would love to help you navigate every step of the sale process. This includes sound advice on presenting your home, what kind of marketing strategy to employ, negotiating the final sale and of course achieving a great price!

Give me a call today on 0417 012 273

Need to furnish your property for sale?

The affordable way to generate maximum market response to your property is through FHSA’s styling services.

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A styled home stands out from the competition.

Furniture placement offers a better perspective of the rooms’ potential.

A styled home allows for exceptional photography for your advertising materials.

Our experienced stylists are available for complimentary consultations.

Our professional team will deliver, install and pick up promptly and safely.

27 Belmont Avenue Belmont WA 6104 (08) 9475 2000 www.fhsa.com.au

como

1/49 birdwood ave

PRIVATE SANCTUARY WITH CHARACTER 3

2

2

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Street-front, single level, private & secure

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Lovingly maintained with classic Deco finishes

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Spacious bedrooms, large living areas

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Timber floors, fireplaces, high ceilings

for sale / from $799,000

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

COMO

12 brittain St

LUXURY. LIFESTYLE. LOCATION! 4

2+

2+

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Brand new, individually designed home suitable for foreign buyers (FIRB)

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Multiple living and entertaining areas inside and out

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Magnificent alfresco, Balinese cabana & below ground pool

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551m2 Green Title allotment & North facing rear orientation

for sale /

Auction 7th Feb 2015 at 11AM On Site (Unless Sold Prior)

james thompson M / 0421 677 856 T / 9474 2000

COMO

1/32 Brittain St

LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE WITH MODERN CHARM 4

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2

2

Immaculately presented character-filled home with generous proportions

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Renovated kitchen with stone tops

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Renovated bathrooms & open plan kitchen/dining area

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Multiple living areas, family room, lounge or fourth bedroom

for sale / from $839,000

fab forneris M / 0405 386 396 T / 9474 2000

como

5/38 COMER ST

GET A LIFE!!!

3

2

2

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Immaculately presented executive townhouse

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Timber floorboards, stone bench tops, stainless steel appliances, LED lighting, neutral tones

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Fully ducted A/C, double remote garage, fully gated secure complex

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Full covered rear courtyard ideal for entertaining

for sale / $799,000

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

COMO_LIVE TRADE UP IN A DOWN MARKET! January, that inevitable time in the real estate market cycle when our New Year property resolutions are made.

The number one challenge facing property challen Sellers right now is over supply. Put simply, Buyers have more choice, which has led to an increase in the average days on market for all property types in Como (currently 83 days) and greater price sensitivity.

To help put things in perspective, let’s look at the key statistics that indicate what’s currently happening (and what the future holds) in your area.

GROWTH RATES COMO: -0.9% PERTH METRO: 1.9%

KPI’S (COMO) NUMBER OF SALES: 123 MEDIAN PRICE: $610,000 HIGHE SALE PRICE: $1,550,000 HIGHEST LOWEST SALE PRICE: $110,000 NUMBER OF LISTINGS: 113 AVERAGE SELLING DAYS: 83 mean? Firstly, there are So what does all this m great opportunities for buyers to ‘trade up’ in today’s market. If you are buying and selling in the same market, price will always be relative. For example, a 5% reduction in the sale price of your $500,000 property to $475,000 represents a $25,000 ‘discount’.

However, if you purchased an $800,000 home Howev

(at the same 5% discount) for $760,000, you would be saving $40,000, which equates to a $15,000 net better position. Focusing only upon the potential downside for the sale price of your property will cause you to miss the hidden benefit of this market.

The opportunity for Sellers in this ‘neutral’ climate is the ability to present, promote and price your property competitively to create high demand, which will always lead to a premium result being achieved, in any market.

As always, please don’t hesitate to contact me to discuss your individual real estate needs. It will be my pleasure to assist you.

I look forward to meeting you in the marketplace.

Best wishes,

PS. Follow me on Facebook at ComoLIVE! for all the latest in local real estate, events, social and community info.

James Thompson “Como’s Most Trusted Opinion” 0421 677 856 james@bourkes.com.au

COMO

1/38 gardner St

EXECUTIVE ‘COMO BEACH’ HOME 4

3

3

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Spacious & stylish executive residence

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Functional, family friendly floor plan

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Private undercover alfresco with remote controlled café blind

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Freestanding home in enviable street front position

for sale / from $1.2M

james thompson M / 0421 677 856 T / 9474 2000

como

26 hobbs ave

BUILD THE DREAM!

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1,012m2 (quarter acre) block right in the heart of Como

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Tree-lined streets, central location close to various schools

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Room for a home, a pool, a trampoline, bouncy castles & more!

for sale / from $1.05M

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

COMO

45 hobbs ave

A HOBBS, SKIP & JUMP TO EVERYTHING! 4

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2

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Gracious family home in highly desirable ‘Avenues’ precinct

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Central location close to various schools

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Sparkling swimming pool

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Large alfresco covered patio is an entertainer’s delight

for sale / FROM $899,000

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

COMO

70B monash ave

STYLISH. SPACIOUS. SECURE! 4

2+

2+

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Vast open plan living & entertaining area

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Striking central kitchen boasting stainless steel Smeg appliances & Caesarstone benchtops

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Uber cool downstairs master bedroom with stylish ensuite

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506m2 Green Title allotment with north facing rear orientation

for sale / from $1.199M

james thompson M / 0421 677 856 T / 9474 2000

como

20 robert st

BLUE SKIES & GOLDEN SUNSETS 4

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2

2

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Set in an elevated position to command views across the Swan River towards Applecross & beyond

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Secure rear block with (gated) private driveway

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Multiple living areas, second-storey entertainer’s area with bar/kitchen

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Extensive outdoor alfresco area with covered patio

for sale / from $1.1M

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

South Perth Yoga Shala Entrance through Loose Produce 2 Hobbs Ave, Como Dianne: 0438 884 702 Michelle: 0429 420 014

Yoga at home One of the most important ways to

Legs up: Lie on the floor with your lower

ensure a healthy life is movement —

legs propped up on a chair or place the

moving your body helps to improve

heels of your feet on the wall. Relax. Stay

oxygen levels to all parts of the body

as long as it feels comfortable, but try

and helps maintain the nervous and

and increase the amount of time you

immune systems. But many of us spend

spend in this pose each day up to about

too much of the day in the one position

10 minutes. Get up slowly.

which can lead to poor health.

Need a little more direction to ensure The solution? Get moving — go for a

you are doing the right things? Head to

walk,

yoga

our yoga page for more hints on yoga

exercises. Just 30 minutes a day can do

at home or why not join us at the South

wonders. Simple movements can help

Perth Yoga Shala at Loose Produce.

or

doing

some

simple

move blood to and from different parts of the body. What is important is

Classes run daily starting from as little

ensuring you can hold the positions or

as $17.00 a class.

do the exercises without stress or tension.

Visit the website: websi Let gravity do the work. By reversing

www.southperthyogashala.com

your position in space you can help

for details on class times, pricing

move the blood that has started to

and yoga styles.

stagnate in your body.

SOUTH PERTH

83 douglas ave

PERIOD PERFECTION!!

2

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1

1

This lovingly restored character home oozes yesteryear charm, together with modern convenient living with a renovated kitchen & bathroom

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Situated on a 607m2 block, buy as is, extend or retain & subdivide

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WAPC& Council approval to develop plus building plans!!

for sale / FROM $1.099M

GRAHAM THOMPSON M / 0402 065 229 T / 9474 2000

SOUTH PERTH

16 elizabeth st

WHAT A STREET – WHAT A HOUSE!!

4

3

2

1

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Very rarely do properties in this stunning leafy street come to market – let alone of this quality!!

GRAHAM THOMPSON

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This huge 505m2 Oswald built home with every conceivable luxury is ready for its next family to enjoy

T / 9474 2000

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Metres to Wesley College without the traffic & a stunning north facing back yard with resort style concrete pool

for sale / MID – HIGH $2Ms

M / 0402 065 229

FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS 4

2+

3

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Uninterrupted panoramic city views

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Ultra private & secure family home

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Sparkling below ground pool

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Three private balconies & two undercover alfresco areas

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Three separate internal living areas & bonus triple garage!

south perth

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The owners have commited to their new adventure so this prized home will be sold!

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When designing this unique family home, the owners were deliberate & specific. As a result, this masterpiece on offer today takes full advantage of the winter sunlight & is still protected against the harsh summer months. While capturing the magnificent full frontal panoramic city views

for sale / $1.875M - $1.975M

23 hampden st

ross gebert M / 0400 22 44 66 T / 9474 2000

A look at the life of a

Real Estate Agent...

BY ROSS GEBERT I suspect most people assume a typical day in the life of a Real Estate Sales Representative consists of copious cups of coffee and long lunches… and you would be right!

A sales rep generally spends most of their life on the road, doing what they do best, meeting potential buyers and showing them through what could be their new home. The real estate industry is a people business, you have to genuinely like people and have a genuine want to help. Money cannot be the only motivator.

You need to be highly self-motivated, prepared to work ultra-long hours including weekends and evenings – and continually look for ways to improve yourself and your business. Because essentially, you are self-employed.

Weekends are mostly taken up with home opens. Personally I prefer to keep Sundays free to get things done around the house and spend time with family.

Choosing the right company to work for is paramount, real estate can be quite stressful so having the support of colleagues and a great office is absolutely necessary and will almost guarantee your success. Having a patient and understanding wife also helps!

A good agent must also be able to read the market, have an ability to get on with everybody, be gentle where necessary and tough when required and above all be truthful and honest. The best agents don’t have to go out looking for business, it comes to them through referrals from past clients.

What does a typical day look like for me?

Well keeping fit is a priority. I am up at 5:30am every morning and at the gym by 6:00. I am then home by 7:00 and at work by 8:30am. My day consists of making phone calls (there are a lot of those) and taking to the road to attend appointments. This often continues until about 8:00 or 9:00pm at night. I somehow find time to take Brian my Staffie for a run, grab some dinner and then to try to be in bed by 10:00pm.

If you would like a FREE market appraisal on your property, or a chat about the property market over a coffee, please call me anytime.

Ross Gebert SALES EXECUTIVE 0400 22 44 66 ross@bourkes.com.au

SOUTH PERTH

2/31 mill point rd

LIFE, STYLE! 2

2

2

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Light & bright open plan apartment with two balconies

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Enviable ‘South Perth Peninsula’ location

M / 0421 677 856

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Easy care & secure ‘lock n leave’ lifestyle

T / 9474 2000

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A host of resort-style facilities including pool, gym & sauna

for sale / From $899,000

james thompson

south perth

8/348 mill point rd

ASTUTE INVESTORS! 1

•

1

1

Enjoy the South Perth lifestyle or add this gem to your property portfolio

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Built in robe, combined bathroom/laundry & airconditioning

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Secure complex with exclusive parking bay

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Excellent long term tenant keen to stay on

for sale / From $349,000

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

south perth

394 mill point rd

OPULENT LIVING! 4

3

4

1

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Over 500m2 of internal living space across two storeys

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Architecturally designed family residence, exquisitely finished, only metres from the river foreshore

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Spacious open plan living, gourmet chef’s kitchen, luxurious master bedroom, quality timber, stone & glass finishes throughout

for sale / mid $2m’s

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

SERS A E T N I A R B Y L I M A F

09 085 688 LES EXECUTIVE - 04 LINDA WRIGHT - SA r? operty would sell fo what price your pr Are you wondering the answers!

Ask the agent with /LindaWright01 .au linda@bourkes.com

FOR THE KIDS: Jim and his Mum and Dad went out in the rain on their holiday but only two of them got their hair wet. Why?

BONUS PUZZLE: ACROSS 2. Bourkes is on the corner of Canning Hwy & _____ Ave? 6. A house is made of bricks and ______.

9. Saying, 'Home is where the _____ is' 10. When I sell a property it's not SOLD its ____!

11. My tagline is 'Real Estate done ______' 12. Bourkes' tagline is 'Enjoy the __________'

HARDER: You are coming back from a vacation.

You want to go to village A. People from Village A always tell the truth, never lie.

People from Village B always lie and never tell the truth. So, you come across two paths one leads to village A and the other leads to village B. You don’t know which is which. A person comes from behind you. You don’t know whether he is from village A or B. What can you ask him to choose the right path to village A?

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Which actor played the role of Dr Gregory House?

What is the controversial name proposed for the new council?

Melbourne rock band formed in 1985 _______ House?

How many colours does the Bourkes star have?

What colour sticker shows a property Under Contract?

8. What is the local Como cinema called?

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Gourmet Food Hamp

Here are the winners of our

Bourkes Best Yard Competition!

Best Small Gardner winner

Best Courtyard winner

Best Large Garden winner

We would like to thank to everyone who entered and we look forward to seeing your entry next year!

A special thank you to our sponsors, Earth & Water and Garden Aair and to Nick Bell who kindly volunteered as a judge.

ADAM PILLER: 0402 456 485 JAMES THOMPSON: 0421 677 856

south perth

367 mill point rd

Character charm!

3

2

2

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Granite & Tasmanian oak kitchen

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Sun room & potential fourth bedroom

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Jarrah floors, chandeliers & fireplace

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Pergola, inbuilt bbq & outdoor w/c

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Parking for three

for sale / from $899,000

Chadi damouni M / 0413 655 962 T / 9474 2000

south perth

7 onslow ST

LUXURIOUS BLEND OF SUBSTANCE & SIZE! 4

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3

2

Grand family home on precious quarter-acre landholding (1,014m2)

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Landmark residence with numerous open living areas

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Gourmet chef’s kitchen, two fireplaces, timber flooring throughout

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Impressive outdoor entertaining area with resort-style pool

for sale / mid $2M’s

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

south perth

71 STRICKLAND ST

KING OF THE CASTLE! 2

1

1

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Set high on the crest with a spectacular outlook to the hills

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Prime 484m2 landholding in one of South Perth’s finest streets

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Immediate vacant possession - move in or rent it out until you are ready to build

for sale / $777,000

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

Karen,

Dear Karen Firth 0411 429 069 “For what it’s worth call Firth!”

“There is a reason over 90% of my clients are referred to me. I look forward to showing you why”...

Q: We want to downsize in the near future and have a bit left over for travel. Preferably single level and low maintenance. We don’t want to move twice and are worried about selling first and then not finding a suitable home or vice/versa. Where do we start? - Mr and Mrs Adams

A: This is such a common and very real fear for any seller, especially when you are looking to fund your retirement. There are many ways that we can protect you from both being ‘homeless’ or dealing with the financial strain of owning two properties.

Remember that you only sell it if ALL of the conditions, dates and price are acceptable to YOU! Our job as your agent is to find you a buyer who can accommodate your timeframe – and to make sure that the contract is watertight.

Q: I want to move closer to the city and it looks like I will have to buy an apartment or townhouse in a large group to stick to my budget. What do I need to look out for when faced with a strata arrangement and so many other owners? - Rebecca A: It’s important to ask these questions now, before it’s too late!

The easiest way to find out what is really going on in a complex is to ask for a copy of the last AGM minutes.

(Annual General Meeting). This will show you what issues the owners are currently facing (e.g. pest/ structural problems) and should include a copy of the financials.

Sellers do not always disclose every issue to their agent so by doing your own research you are protecting yourself and avoiding any surprises af after settlement.

Q: My brothers and I recently inherited our father’s house with instructions in the estate (of which I am the executor) to sell the property and divide the proceeds equally between us. Two of us agree with the pricing suggested by the agents but the other believes it is worth considerably more.

When we suggested a licenced valuation he argued th that they are too conservative. I am worried that by overpricing it initially we may damage our final sale price. How do I convince him that it may not be worth as much as he thinks? - Ashley A: This is one instance where I would seriously consider the auction process as a method of sale.

The absolute transparency of the process – and the fact that the price is taken out of the equation entirely – should satisfy him that the maximum price has been achieved. Alternatively, you could simply get him more opinions. I often invite the Bour other Bourkes agents along to help price properties that do not have enough comparable market data.

The average of 13 opinions would be much harder for him to dismiss!

Do you have a property question?

Email Karen: karen@bourkes.com.au

kensington

16 david st

INDOOR-OUTDOOR DESIRABILITY 3

2

2

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Stunning renovated character home with open plan living

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Beautiful modern kitchen

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Large living area features French windows/doors

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Fabulous below ground pool & outdoor entertaining

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Polished boards & high ceilings throughout

for sale / from $949,000

fab forneris M / 0405 386 396 T / 9474 2000

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By designing and installing your new garden we can ensure the finished product is true to design.

Our in-depth knowledge of plants, soils and irrigation systems supported by our maintenance program will keep your garden in great shape for years to come.

We can work with you or your builder to design and install rain water tanks, grey water systems and black water systems for your new house, renovation or retrofit.

Earth & Water offer water wise irrigation systems specialising in sub surface drip irrigation.

Living garden walls and roof gardens are a fantastic way to green small places or as a unique feature.

We design and install living garden walls and roof garden systems.

460 Canning Highway, Como | Showroom Phone: 9313 1299 | earthandwater.com.au

kensington

195 douglas ave

character & convenience 3

2

2

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Circa 1940’s character home on large 756m2 block

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Open plan kitchen/dining/family room

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Wonderful leadlight windows & door, gorgeous Art Deco ceiling roses, polished boards

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Underground salt water pool which can be viewed from kitchen window

for sale / MID - HIGH $800’s

fab forneris M / 0405 386 396 T / 9474 2000

kensington

26C HOVIA TCE

KENSINGTON’S BEST KEPT SECRET 3

1

1

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Ideal home for both first home buyers & astute investors

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Three good-sized bedrooms all with BIR’s

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Master bedroom with private balcony & reverse cycle air conditioning

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Freshly painted throughout

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No strata fees

for sale / From $599,000

fab forneris M / 0405 386 396 T / 9474 2000

SUBURB SNAPSHOT: VICTORIA PARK

My Highlights on the Strip - BY SHAYNNON HAGGER

Breakfast: Whether you have time to sit or need something fast on the way to an appointment Café Gelato is by far my place of choice. Try a breakfast wrap if you’re on the run!

Lunch: Tao’s Sushi Train is my daughter Ava’s all-time favourite. I can’t even count how many plates of tuna and cucumber sushi she has enjoyed.

Dinner: Like Tapas? Go to Tapas Bar 6101. Their stand out dish for me is the Panceta De Cerdo Prensada (Pork Belly with garlic and white wine reduction). It just melts in your mouth.

Night Cap: The Precinct has some great craft beer selections. I recommend trying the Budva premium lager from the Czech Republic. For the sweet tooth, try the Hazelnut Parfait chocolate shard. n food you’re looking for then the Strip If it’s not offers some great little shops run by local people. My fiancé has returned home with many dresses from Beth at Ms Demeanour and books from Sharon at Crow Books.

Vic Park is my home and my passion.

Call me at any time for a chat about your property and the local area.

0420 344 475 shaynnon@bourkes.com.au

EAST VICTORIA PARK

83 devEnish ST

TO THE MANOR BORN! 4

2

2

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Stately French-provincial inspired 2 storey grandeur

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Elevated position opposite vast park space

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Multiple living and dining areas

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Private courtyards and manicured garden spaces

for sale / $960,000

karen firth M / 0411 429 069 T / 9474 2000

east perth

37/52-56 goderich st

PENTHOUSE LIVING 3

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3

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Spacious two-storey penthouse in prestigious Stamford Apartments complex with 215m2 of living space plus two huge balconies of 64m2

M / 0411 429 069

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Soaring floor to ceiling city-scape views from both levels

T / 9474 2000

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Private stairwell to master bedroom with ensuite & expansive balcony

for sale / FROM $1M

karen firth

Adventures of the

Destination:

BOURKES TRAVELLING HAT

NEPAL The Bourkes Travelling Hat would like to see the world and we are sending it off to faraway places in the hope of mapping the globe. Here’s an update of its latest adventure with Alan’s Executive Assistant, Megan Thorp.

Why on earth would you go to Nepal?

To see Mt Everest, the Peace Pagoda, Phewa Lake, wild rhinos at Chitwan National Park, a 15th Century palace (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and stunning Bodhnath – Asia’s largest stupa.

The very friendly locals and fantastic food make this a place I can’t wait to visit again.

Check out more adventures of the hat at: www.pinterest.com/Bourkes Are you going somewhere exciting soon?

Email megan@bourkes.com.au to see if your trip qualifies for a FREE hat! various

What were the highlights of the trip?

Paragliding in Pokhara... as beautiful as it was terrifying. I also learnt to cook traditional food in local houses with an organisation called Backstreet Academy.

They work with di disadvantaged people in various countries to provide employment by hosting classes in cooking and local arts.

Where are you taking the hat next?

To discover Vietnam with one of our Property Managers, Zana.

- BY ALAN BOURKE I started in real estate on April Fool’s Day 1980 and my first sale was to my parents, on Market St in South Perth for $42,900.

At the time I was armed with just a moped and a walkie talkie.

Last year we appraised that same property for $990,000!

On the same day I juggled my iPhone, iPad and computer, gained 6 new Facebook ‘friends’ and had 43 people ‘like’ a picture of my holiday.

In truth though I leave most of the social media to my younger staff. I prefer to be out on the road, meeting clients and having an old-fashioned chat over a cup of coffee.

Over the Christmas break I was sorting through old archive boxes and discovered some real treaures!

These pictures are from real estate brochures printed in 1918 and 1935.

It fascinating to look back and see It’s how far South Perth has come.

Did you know?

You could get South Perth land for a one pound deposit in 1918.

Como Beach was a popular holiday spot and was refered to as “The Children’s Paradise”.

If you would like to see more of these great pictures, please get in touch with me and I can get you a copy. Or embrace 2015 and ‘like’ Bourkes on Facebook, someobody else will be adding these to our accout very soon! ber, I am always Remembe available to meet and give you an up-to-date market appraisal on your property.

You can reach me on 0419 474 240 or alan@bourkes.com.au Or on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn or Pinterest ... so I’ve heard! #happynewyear

#bourkesgivesback

APS Animals

Available for Adoption Dominique, one of our amazing Property Managers and her dog Chelsea wanted to do something special for all the abandoned animals at APS. Do you have room in your home and your heart for one of these irresistable little furry friends?

Pumba – Male Blue Heeler X

Sadie – Female Ridgeback

8 months old

4 years old

Socks – Male DSH 11 weeks old

Pumba is great with other Pum

Perfect in the car. Sadie Per

Socks is a little character

dogs and plays very gently

should not be homed with

who had a great Christmas

with a kitten. He will need

other pets but is a lovely lady

but now it is time for him to

exercise and stimulation to

to have as a companion, quiet

find his furever home. He

keep him happy and content.

and gentle. Will sit when

is a confident and

A delightful family member.

asked and takes treats gently.

friendly boy.

THE ANIMAL PROTECTION SOCIETY OF WA IS A "NO KILL" REFUGE WHICH IS FUNDED BY MEMBERSHIPS, DONATIONS, BEQUESTS AND FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES. Located in Southern River, it has been established for over 40 years and currently houses 24 dogs and 65 cats and 45 kittens in kitten season with more in Foster care and more waiting to come in.

Annie – Female JR x

Felix - Male DSH

5 years old

3 1/2 years old

Astrid - Female DSH 18 months old

When Annie arrived at the

Felix is just a little bit cute –

Astrid came to APS with her As kittens and was a wonderful

shelter very little was

don’t you think? He is also a

known except she had been

whole lot cuddly.

Mum. Sadly, she also had a

described as a ‘very nice

Felix loves to be with people

badly damaged tail, which has

little dog’ and it was found

and would make a great

now been amputated. She is

she was pregnant. On the

companion.

a little shy at first but soon

24th December Annie

warms to people and loves to

delivered six puppies. deli

cuddle on your lap.

Currently she and her ‘kids’

All APS adopted furkids are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped as well as vet checked.

Th They are always looking for new volunteers and information on inductions can be found on the APS website www.apswa.asn.au APS is open every day from 10-3 for anyone wanting to meet potential new family members.

are in foster until they are old enough to be adopted.

Eve

Th They work with local pounds to give animals who have been dumped or found wandering and remain unclaimed a second chance.

Nick Brandy

Chrissy

Cocoa

Comet

If you have any questions, contact: 9398 6616 or info@apswa.asn.au

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4/54 King George St VIC PARK $295 P/W 1x1x1

171 Swansea St EAST VIC PARK $360 P/W 2x1x2

2 Kilkenny Cle WATERFORD $590 P/W 4x2x2

119/3 Homelea Crt RIVERVALE $495 P/W 2x2x1

1/156 Bateman Rd MT PLEASANT $550 P/W 3x1x2

108 Tibradden Cle ASCOT $475 P/W 4x2x2

Want to know what price your property would rent for?

Call Kim Austen today on 0447 779 989 or email kim@bourkes.com.au for a realistic and up-to-date market appraisal

New Year Revival: Juice Style Ingredients:

Directions:

2

Apples

2

Stalks of Celery

1. The first step is to dice and skin the apple and lemon, removing the cores in the process.

½

Cucumber

1

Lemon

2. Dice Di the celery enough that it sits comfortably in the blender or it won’t blend evenly.

Handful of Ice

Oliver Thompson from Wesley College, our latest work experience student, shares with us a great juice recipe that will give you a kick start to 2015!

3. Chop the cucumber ends off but leave the skin on – it is the healthiest part of the juice!

Added extra goodness: -

Handful of ice cubes Pinch of Mint Optional Beetroot Optional Handful of Kale

4. Gather all the ingredients and blend them for at least one minute or until super smooth.

5. Pour into a presentable glass.

6. Add extras!

Quick tips…

The beetroot will be be very strong so be sure to use it conservatively – a third is generally enough.

Another blissful treatment from Another blissful treatment from

The human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art!

In Indian culture, it is believed that the soles of the feet are directly connected to the human soul.

As such, we honour our feet and lower limbs with KANSA VATKI - a restorative foot massage which uses Ayurvedic metals such as copper (to reduce pain and inflammation), zinc (to aid the function of the immune system) and tin (which aids digestion as well as relieving headaches and insomnia).

We begin by cleansing the feet and legs in readiness for specific massage movements to the toes, feet, ankles and calves, using ayurvedic oils to relax tired feet, improve joint mobility and blood flow... all of which follows an ancient ritual to balance and refresh mind, body and soul.

Kansa Vatki

(allow 45 minutes)

$65

includes a complimentary 15 minute Indian Head massage .........

2A Kearns Crescent, Applecross | 9316 1553 | prana.com.au

Enjoy the experience of our

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EA to Alan Bourke

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