South Eastern Star Real Estate - Pakenham - 10th September 2020

FOCUS ON … REAL ESTATE

MAKE THAT LIFESTYLE CHANGE FOR GOOD ONE reflection shared throughout Covid-19 lockdown, is that we humans are truly social beings. We’re missing coffee (or wine!) catch-ups with the girls, live footy with other fans in the stands, and a quiet beer at the pub with a mate. Interactions over Facebook and waving from a distance does not quite compensate for the social isolation felt by many.

However, homeowners at Lifestyle Communities are reporting far lower feelings of isolation throughout social restrictions.

Each secure, gated community provides a vibrant environment, offering rich social connections with like-minded neighbours, serviced by on-site community managers who tend to a range of maintenance and administrative needs.

Lifestyle Kaduna Park promises luxury living for over-50s at an affordable price. With display homes ready and waiting for your visit as soon as Victoria’s lockdown restrictions ease, now could be the perfect moment to consider a change of lifestyle for the better.

The state-of-the-art clubhouse is set to open early in the new year and promises the perfect space for a vibrant, active social life. Come February, the community will be bursting with 5-star facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, gym, cinema, bowling green and pickleball court.

Homes are selling fast, however a range of affordable 2-bedroom, 2-bedroom plus study and 3-bedroom homes are still available at prices ranging from $360,000 to $535,000. Why not arrange a virtual tour appointment today? You can also register your interest to be first to see the display  homes when restrictions ease. Simply call  1300 50 55 60 or visit lifestylekadunapark. com.au for more information. ●

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Receive up to $25,000*  for the new builders scheme.  Now is the time to buy!  *eligibility criteria must be met

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Inclusions • Carpet to remaining • Flush panel • Vinyl wrap kitchen areas from builders internal doors with stone benchtops range • Internal door handles • Stainless steel electric • Stainless steel sink • 50mm Scotia cornice oven and flick mixer throughout • Stainless steel gas hot to kitchenTOWN • White glo tub plates • Chrome mixer tops to laundry • Stainless steel range from builders range • Weathertough acrylic hood • Mirrors with polished to all exterior • Ducted heating edge to bathroom • Sewer power, • Ceramic floor and wall • Exhaust fans to drainage, gas and tiles as per floor plans bathrooms water connections as *Subject to developers final approval, statutory regulations & builders preferred sitting. from subject to change without notice.

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FOR SALE - 18 Stunning Units Nestled amongst the open space of Bellbird Park, Drouin.

First home buyers grant of $20,000 available to eligible purchasers. BUY NOW AND SAVE THOUSANDS ON STAMP DUTY!

For more information, contact: Dale Atkin: 0402 717 891

Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase a unit in a great part of Drouin, surrounded by open space and parklands. With 2 & 3 bedroom and single & double garage options, these quility built units feature open plan kitchen/meals/living area, and high quality finishes throughout.

96 Lampard Road is located just 1.5kms from Drouin’s main shopping precinct, schools, train station and recreation facilities. Take a leisurely bike ride along the ‘Two Towns Trail’ from Drouin to Warragul, enjoy the town’s restaurants and cafe’s, take the kids to the local skate park, or make the most of the array of sporting facilities offered in Drouin including golf course and basketball stadium.

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REIV CONDEMNS FURTHER RESTRICTIONS THE Real Estate Institute of Victoria has slammed the Victorian Government’s decision to effectively keep the property market shut down for an uncertain period.

The continuation of the ban on inspections means that people who desperately need to buy or lease a property will have to make that decision ‘sight unseen’.

Before the introduction of Stage 4 restrictions, people could visit a property one-on-one with the agent. Private inspections were done with all safety measures including requirements for surface cleaning, gloves, masks, and contact details and are 100 per cent supervised. REIV members took these extensive precautions long before they were recommended by government including turning on lights and

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BUILT TO CAPTURE MOUNTAIN VIEWS

46 PRINCESS STREET WARRAGUL This 4 BR home on a large block will not disappoint!

Perfectly planned from front garden, quaint private entrance & veranda through impressive entrance hall with display niches for your treasures & loads of storage throughout!! A very large master suite plus 3 additional bedrooms. Beautiful & light filled open living with wrap around deck & elevated to take in the distant mountain views. Extra shedding, chook pen, strawberry patch, fruit & ornamental trees.

Maintained to perfection in most ideal location! $530,000 - $565,000 Internet ID: 22294171 View property and more details at www.sej.com.au

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opening cupboards and internal doors prior to the inspection.

The REIV has criticised the lack of genuine consultation by government with business. The initial “consultation” the body was invited to amounted to a roundtable with over 35 industries, all at one time, meaning only a handful had an opportunity to put their case forward. The REIV was stunned to be advised that it had been invited to the wrong meeting. While the REIV had a separate briefing later and provided alternatives and solutions to ensure that people can buy, sell and lease safely, all these suggestions have been ignored in Sunday’s announcement.

The real estate sector has been delivered a ‘double-whammy’ with the extension of the

rental moratorium for a further six months.

While this was not unexpected, landlords have virtually no relief while tenants get substantial support. With many reduced rental agreements due for renegotiation this month, the REIV is advising its members to refuse to negotiate rent reductions, forcing every request into the dispute system, a system that has already failed to cope with the caseload.

A survey of property managers conducted by the REIV shows that about three quarters of reduced rent agreements have been achieved outside of the dispute system.

With a backlog of over 4000 cases, VCAT is not equipped to resolve disputes.

The lack of understanding by the Victorian Government regarding the operations of the

real estate sector is evidenced in almost every facet of the way which it has handled the restrictions and the moratorium. In its efforts to protect the most vulnerable of tenants, the government has not only caused them long-term harm but has also allowed many who are not suffering Covidrelated financial stress to profit from the moratorium.

The REIV is calling on government to allow one-on-one private appointment inspections of property so that people can physically see the property before they commit to a huge investment. Without inspections, buying and leasing cannot proceed, keeping many people out of appropriate shelter and pushing many vendors and investors to the brink. ●

THE ESSENCE OF GOOD LIVING THERE’S no doubting Essence is the perfect place to set down roots and watch your family thrive and grow.

Over the past few years, Officer has exploded from traditional farmland to an up and coming metropolis.

It’s a suburb-on-the-rise that hasn’t forgotten its country sensibilities—and that means you get the best of all worlds.

Located a short walk to the proposed new town centre which has been designed to create more than just another neighbourhood shopping complex, there’s an indelible sense of excitement around the Essence Estate in Officer.

Grand plans are coming to fruition with easy access to quality schools, transport, medical facilities, recreation and entertainment. It’s a hive of activity.

For more contact Janine Scott Rule on 1300 377 362 or go to essenceofficer.com.au ●

Take advantage of the $10,000* first home owners grant and even better….

Receive up to $25,000* for the new builders scheme.

Now is the time to buy! *eligibility criteria must be met

Pakenham

Inclusions • Vinyl wrap kitchen with stone benchtops • Stainless steel electric oven • Stainless steel gas hot plates • Stainless steel range hood • Ducted heating • Ceramic floor and wall tiles as per floor plans from builders range

• Carpet to remaining areas from builders range • Stainless steel sink and flick mixer to kitchen • Chrome mixer tops from builders range • Mirrors with polished edge to bathroom • Exhaust fans to bathrooms • Roller door to garage

• Flush panel internal doors • Internal door handles • 50mm Scotia cornice throughout • White glo tub to laundry • Weathertough acrylic to all exterior • Sewer power, drainage, gas and water connections as per plans • Outdoor water taps

Whether you’re looking to downsize and keep the caravan or boat, a first home buyer looking to enter the market or savvy investor, this development has a little something for everyone. Located in an established part of Pakenham, opposite parklands and open space, the fresh air and neighbourhood vibes will have you feeling at home in no time! With close access to all the amenities such as shopping, schools, restaurants and more throughout Pakenham and surrounding towns, you’ll have everything you need.

With easy access to the M1.

2 bedroom townhouses $369,000–399,000.

3 bedroom townhouses $409,000–$449,000.

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PRE-BOOK A PRIVATE INSPECTION

OFFICER 6 Captain Street

Buyer Enquiry Range $780,000 - 840,000

CLYDE 9 Unison Drive

For Sale $557,000

OFFICER 29 Rosina Drive

Buyer Enquiry Range $570,000 - 610,000

PAKENHAM 12 Rembrandt Court

Buyer Enquiry Range $450,000 - 490,000

OFFICER 6 Bevington Crescent

Buyer Enquiry Range $550,000 - 600,000

PAKENHAM 7 Rockies Ridge

For Sale $555,000

OFFICER 6 Sabina Road

Buyer Enquiry Range $620,000 - 670,000

SKYE 4/38A Lily Way

For Sale $525,000

If you have been considering selling, now may be the right time. We have registered buyers waiting.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU TODAY?

Ian Harris 0420 533 871

Anil Jayalath 0420 220 779

Janine Scott-Rule 0417 160 423

Geoff Gaertner 0412 990 871

Aman Singh 0430 420 053

P 5943 1111 #wecare

Terry Lock 0407 494 199

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