Western Property January 20 2023

NEW PRODUCT OFFERS POINT OF DIFFERENCE

Transforming Australian modern home design, James Hardie has launched their latest innovation, Hardie Oblique Cladding, a fibre cement shiplap board solution which adds clean lines and geometric precision to a home’s exterior.

The new product complements the growth of modern home design, which in Australia accounts for 48 per cent of all new builds and is a trend set to continue with the modern look forecast to be 61 per cent of all homes by 2030.

Bringing modern design to life with its wide grooves and bespoke design flexibility, Hardie Oblique Cladding is the ultimate compliment to Australia’s favourite modern looks and is perfect for re-cladding existing homes or using from the ground up for a new build or renovation.

A feature of the new cladding is the oblique (slanting) groove edge which creates a highlight next to a square groove shadow resulting in sophisticated lines that give walls depth. The robust shiplap boards, with 175mm and 275mm groove spacing options, allow highlights and shadows to emerge on exterior walls.

Installed vertically, Hardie Oblique Cladding exemplifies modern minimalism, providing a sleek, confident and contemporary effect.

Combining 200mm and 300mm widths of Hardie Oblique Cladding in a bespoke arrangement showcases its versatility. This combination used by Myles and Lucinda Laing on their home ‘Twin Peaks’ gives it a distinctive appearance. To make the exterior even more striking, the couple elected to combine the vertical cladding with vintage bricks.

“The staggered Hardie Oblique Cladding width installation provides the point of difference, moving away from the traditional alternating narrow and wide vertical groove look,” said Lucinda, who notes Hardie Oblique Cladding delivered a purposeful modern design complementing their lifestyle.

INSPECT

INSPECT

ENTERTAINER’S DREAM IN PERFECT LOCATION

What is so great about this property?

If you want space for all the family to enjoy, this home has it in abundance.

Who does this property suit?

Dad and Mum who are looking at expanding their family and also the family who enjoys entertaining. I’m sure enjoying time around the pool with family and friends would be on everyone’s wish list.

Tell us about the suburb the property is in?

Erskine Park is a conveniently located suburb within close proximity to the new Western Sydney Airport, evergrowing aerotropolis and only 45 minutes to the city.

Why did you become a real estate agent?

I think it is more that our Principal Phil Haley chose me, I was working at Australia Post and he was so impressed with my service that he asked me to give him a call if I have decided to change career, it took him two years to convince me to accept the job but he said it was worth the wait.

Tell us about the first house you sold?

My first and the most memorable sale, was with a 92-year-old lady who was referred by my friends from the church. My vendor speaks limited English so she would like to work with someone she can really trust. The property was a 1-bedroom apartment in Kingswood and it was sold for favourable price that enabled her to secure a retirement home. I have helped her as well to sell her furniture and other stuff online and helped in any way I can possibly do which made me realised that being a real estate agent is not just selling a property, it is more than that, it is really helping and caring people especially the elderly. The last time we spoke she said she will miss me. So, I went and visited her in the Nursing Home and left her an orchid.

What do you love most about being an agent?

Knowing that I have been able to help my clients achieved their goals and dreams in this property market and I have been part of their journey. Also, my genuine care for my clients has helped me achieved consistent awards not only Locally and Nationally but also Internationally.

Why did you become involved in the real estate industry?

Always have been from my early finance days the transition happened when I was looking to supplement my income with weekend work to feed a growing family.

Why should people choose you over other agents?

Close to 51 years dealing with people and their property needs. I don’t have all the answers, but I come very close.

What has been your biggest ever real estate achievement?

My biggest achievement is UNDERSTANDING my client’s needs/exit strategy, ensuring that I can get them to the finish line with the right result at that point in time. Isn’t that what it’s all about!

What should people do to ensure their home sells or rents for the best possible price?

There are several things. - Present the property to the best of their ability and financial budget - Do their own market research, its far easier nowadays than in the past - Stand back and view their property from a BUYERS/TENANTS perspective. WHAT DO YOU SEE?

EMU HEIGHTS - AREA SPECIALIST

INTRODUCTION

Prior to becoming a Licensed Real Estate Agent, I’ve enjoyed a successful and diverse career in both Government and Private Sectors. I served almost 13 years within the New South Wales Police Force, plus worked in the Retail, Wholesale, and Hospitality industries working my way through the Executive world to Group CEO.

I have extensive experience in customer service, developing strong communication skills, ethics, strategy and solution focussed.

“It’s about the Customer, Always.”

I’ve resided locally since 2005, and actively involved in the community by sponsoring a local junior rugby league team, family podcast and Director Board Member of a Rugby Union Club.

Merrick Property Group is a leading boutique marketing and styling specialist real estate agency. An alternative to some of the larger agencies. I’m available 7 days to assist your needs in Real Estate, Why? “We care, we genuinely care.”

WOMEN IN REAL ESTATE

INTRODUCING YOU TO YOUR REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS

Melissa Jerzyna – Penrith

Melissa Jerzyna, a Senior Property Manager for LJ Hooker Penrith, has one rule when leasing property and that is to place tenants she would happily have living in her own home.

Her criteria has helped the agency to build a management portfolio of more than 600 properties.

“It is very important for everyone to match the right person with the right property,” Ms Jerzyna said.

“We also treat both landlords and tenants the same. At the end of the day, without respect for both parties you have chaos and small issues manifest into larger problems. Mutual respect is the only foundation on which to build solid relationships.”

Ms Jerzyna started working in real estate straight out of high school more than 20 years ago. With a passion for all things connected to the property market, she took an entry-level position as a receptionist. Just a year later, she was promoted to property officer and later into a management position.

Ms Jerzyna joined LJ Hooker Penrith 12 years ago and has won the network’s title of NSW Property Manager of the Year four times in the past five years. She has twice been the recipient of LJ Hooker’s International Property Manager of the Year. She is also a member of the prestigious LJ Hooker Captain’s Club which recognises the network’s top performers.

Ms Jerzyna’s day-to-day tasks include accounts, business development, building portfolios and managing staff.

“I am very big on organisation, so everything runs pretty seamlessly”, she said. “I really enjoy helping people, particularly those who have just bought their first investment property, so I will hold their hand the whole way through and make sure they are happy with the process. The system doesn’t have to be hard if you have the right advice.”

Melissa

Stefanie Toweel Business Development Manager

p people. g ng background, she is committed to putting her caring, kind hearted and approachable nature to work in the real estate industry and is willing to stand alongside her clients through some of the most exciting yet emotional times of their lives.

Stefanie has a passion for people. Coming from a nursing background, she is committed to putting her caring, kind hearted and approachable nature to work in the real estate industry, and is willing to stand alongside her clients through some of the most exciting yet emotional times of their lives.

Stefanie has a passion for people. Coming from a nursing background, she is committed to putting her caring, kind hearted and approachable nature to work in the real estate industry, and is willing to stand alongside her clients through some of the most exciting yet emotional times of their lives.

Every client that comes into contact with Stefanie will clearly see her aim to build strong relationships through her exceptional customer service. She ensures hard work dedication honesty and integrity in amongst the competitive industry that is real estate, allowing for the best des red outcomes for her clients Stefanie has an attentive eye for detail and brings a high-spirited approach to every situation She pr des herself on her drive and commitment to her clients, providing them with a service to remember.

Every client that comes into contact with Stefanie will clearly see her aim to build strong relationships through her exceptional customer service. She ensures hard work, dedication, honesty and integrity in amongst the competitive industry that is real estate, allowing for the best desired outcomes for her clients. Stefanie has an attentive eye for detail and brings a high-spirited approach to every situation. She prides herself on her drive and commitment to her clients, providing them with a service to remember.

Stefanie makes herself available to her c ientele, no matter the hour, taking your experience as a client to a different level Being born and raised with Western Sydney, she understands the needs and expectations of her clients and the ever-changing nature of the real estate industry Through this, she is ab e to guide and provide great advice to the diverse community of Western Sydney.

Stefanie makes herself available to her clientele, no matter the hour, taking your experience as a client to a different level. Being born and raised with Western Sydney, she understands the needs and expectations of her clients and the ever-changing nature of the real estate industry. Through this, she is able to guide and provide great advice to the diverse community of Western Sydney.

Every client that comes into contact with Stefanie will clearly see her aim to build strong relationships through her exceptional customer service. She ensures hard work, dedication, honesty and integrity in amongst the competitive industry that is real estate, allowing for the best desired outcomes for her clients Stefanie has an attentive eye for detail and brings a high-spirited approach to every situation She prides herself on her drive and commitment to her clients, providing them with a service to remember.

Stefanie makes herself available to her clientele, no matter the hour, taking your experience as a client to a different level Being born and raised with Western Sydney, she understands the needs and expectations of her clients and the ever-changing nature of the real estate industry Through this, she is able to guide and provide great advice to the diverse community of Western Sydney.

At Towns Conveyancing, we understand how important making the correct decision is –whether it be your first home or an investment property. We’re here to help you throughout the journey and aim to simplify the process to leave you with time for yourselves. We are committed to you, will guide you through all the necessary steps and will ensure that your transaction is as stress-free as possible. We pride ourselves on the ability to cover every aspect of your transaction and communicate with you at all times – keeping you informed each step of the way. We assist with the following;

We’ve won multiple awards, and know what we’re doing when it comes to buying and selling.

We’ve been servicing the Penrith community since 2002. With over 20 years of conveyancing experience, we pride ourselves on ensuring that you’re in safe hands.

We’re happy to help you, day or night. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way, and should you need anything else, we’re willing to help..

Welcome to the less-is-mortgage.

Welcome to the less-is-mortgage.

It happens. One day you wake up and there’s a credit card debt, a car loan and two maxed out store cards.

It happens. One day you wake up and there’s a credit card debt, a car loan and two maxed out store cards.

And while it can easily get out of control, it’s just as easy to make your debts manageable again.

And while it can easily get out of control, it’s just as easy to make your debts manageable again.

Consolidating all your debts into your mortgage means a lower interest rate and a single repayment every month. So you’ll not only pay less, you’ll worry less too.

Consolidating all your debts into your mortgage means a lower interest rate and a single repayment every month. So you’ll not only pay less, you’ll worry less too.

To find out whether you could benefit from bundling all your debts into a single lower-rate loan, give me a call today. It’s stress-free, obligation-free - and could be one of the best investments you ever make.

Contact me today for a no obligation review of your finances.

Beau Cook Finance Broker 0401 213 236 beau.cook@loanmarket.com.au loanmarket.com.au/beau-cook

To find out whether you could benefit from bundling all your debts into a single lower-rate loan, give me a call today. It’s stress-free, obligation-free - and could be one of the best investments you ever make. If

Beau Cook

Finance Broker 0401 213 236 beau.cook@loanmarket.com.au loanmarket.com.au/beau-cook

Contact me today for a no obligation review of your finances. If

EXPERTS SPLIT ON WHEN RATES WILL RISE AGAIN

As we embark on a new year after the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) lifted official interest rates by three percentage points during 2022, it’s no surprise to find our economic experts are divided on what the RBA will do with its first interest rate decision for 2023.

RBA Governor Dr Philip Lowe said at the end of last year when the cash rate finished at 3.1 per cent: “The board expects to increase interest rates further over the period ahead.”

But Lowe also said the board “is not on a pre-set course” and some experts are predicting the RBA may sit back and further assess the impact of its rate rises, with many thousands of borrowers soon to come off long term fixed rates. The RBA board is due to meet next on Tuesday, February 7.

The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures for the year ending November,

prompted ANZ senior economist Adelaide Timbrell to say there was a “very low risk of a pause by the RBA in February”.

Timbrell added: “These data are strong enough to reduce any risk of a pause in February for the RBA and reinforce our view that the peak cash rate will be at least 3.85 per cent. We currently forecast no cash rate cuts until late 2024.”

AMP Australia senior economist Diana Mousina has a different take on what the RBA could

have in store on February 7.

“In our view, the RBA has done enough for now to get inflation down and it makes sense to keep interest rates unchanged for now to see the full impacts of the 300 basis points worth of rate rises in 2022,” she said.

“We see the RBA keeping the cash rate unchanged at 3.1 per cent at the February meeting, but clearly it’s going to be a very close call between no change and a 0.25 per cent rate rise.”

Broking Breakdown is prepared to predict there will be many differing views about the direction of interest rates in 2023.

REAL ESTATE FLASHBACK

This week we look back at the area of Caddens and Orchard Hills, thanks to the Penrith City Library archive...

CADDENS ROAD IN 1984, LOOKING EAST NORTH EAST ACROSS THE VALLEY.

MAKING OF CADDA RIDGE DRIVE, CADDENS, IN 2013.

LOOKING UP TO MURCOTT TERRACE, CADDENS IN 2013.

UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY, KINGSWOOD CAMPUS, IN BACKGROUND.

NEW AREA NEAR MORELLO TERRACE, CADDENS IN 2013 WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY IN BACKGROUND. BRAEBURN STREET ENTRANCE.

LOOKING WEST ON CADDENS ROAD AT ORCHARD HILLS IN 1957.

SILVERWOOD WAY, CADDENS. SILVERWOOD WAY WAS ONCE KNOWN AS O’FARELL STREET AND FOWLERS ROAD.