🏠, A Positive Start to 2024

Published: Sat, 01/20/24

Hi ,

Welcome back! Our team at Chamberlain Property Advocates hopes you've enjoyed a wonderful holiday season with plenty of festive fun and relaxation.

As we kick off 2024 we are particularly excited to see the proposed changes put forward by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria, as outlined in the 2023 end of year report from CEO Quentin Kilian.

Of special interest to members of the real estate industry are the REIV's suggestions regarding sector employment and reputation.

In his end of year report, Mr Kilian said:

"We have proposed the introduction of an Interim Certificate for the Certificate IV which, when introduced, would allow students undertaking their Agents Rep qualifications to commence working, after completing a portion of their studies, and engage in agency activities whilst they complete the remainder of their studies over a set period of time. This approach would help create a pipeline of talent entering the industry. Unfortunately, this is something we have been talking with Government about for over 18 months. I have raised the issue with Minister Williams, and we will continue to push in the new year for its implementation.

I have also commenced discussions with government on what role the REIV could play in the proposed mandatory CPD program for real estate agents. I also spoke, at some length with the Minister, on the proposed changes we had suggested to the previous Minister around S55 of the Estate Agents Act. Again this is something we will take up with the Minister in the New Year."

This is good news for the industry as it will encourage fresh recruits with enthusiasm, energy and passion for buying and selling real estate in Victoria.

Looking to sell your property in Melbourne? Ask about our vendor advocacy service where we provide you with trusted impartial advice and guidance, and MAKE IT EASY to enjoy a smooth and easy pathway to selling your home.

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Perhaps your new year's resolution for 2024 is to buy your first home. What a great goal! Our new program is designed to help you make 2024 the year you became a property owner for the very first time.

All your questions are answered in our comprehensive new program. Click below to read more.

Your Guide To Getting Started In Property

In a market like this one, I’d want someone in my corner that I could trust, representing my best interests.

Would you?

We are here to help.

Need a hand? Contact Wendy here

Reflecting on the Victorian property market over the past year, there have been plenty of ups and downs and several legislative changes affecting buyers, sellers and investors. They can be hard to keep track of, but a property advocate can help you to stay on top of the game when buying, selling or investing in the Melbourne property market.

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What our happy clients have to say...

We love hearing what our happy clients have to say about their experiences with Chamberlain Property Advocates. We helped Christina and Lincoln buy their first home. Here's what they had to say:

“Working with Wendy to buy our first home, it was a great experience! We felt like we had great communication, we were always in the know about things that we needed to know about buying properties or looking at properties, she made the experience a lot more easier on us considering our shifts and things like that.

It was very smooth from the get-go, like as soon as we hit our first meeting, Wendy and the team were on top of it, and we managed to buy our first home within a couple of weeks, so that was very exciting for us! We’re excited to finally move in about a month’s time.

You feel very comfortable when you’re talking with Wendy or any of the other reps that work for Wendy. It was good to have that communication along every step of the way so being in the know with clear information really helped and put us at ease for sure.

We’re very excited and scared; it will be good to get out of our one bedroom box!"

At Chamberlain Property Advocates, we find it immensely satisfying working with buying and selling clients alike. Let us help you too!

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Wendy's Tips

When you're searching for a property to buy interstate, help from a local expert such as a buyer's advocate is invaluable, potentially saving you both time and money.

Today was a successful day, as we bought a property at auction for our interstate clients. That is something we can do for you too, if you're located outside of Victoria and not able to attend an auction in person or look at properties yourself. We go out and do all the hard yards for you, finding the perfect home before we bid at auction and/or negotiate the sale for you too.

As fully licensed real estate agents we can sign documentation on your behalf. So not only is it easy to buy with our help if you're not located here, it's also wise because we know all the legislative requirements along with the do's and don'ts for successful property purchasing in Melbourne.

Need a hand? Give us a call.

Wendy Chamberlain, Buyer's Advocate

Wendy in the media

Did you know you can follow the Property Mama (Wendy Chamberlain) on Instagram where weekly tips and information about buying and selling real estate in Victoria will be available soon? Watch this space!

Click here to follow the Property Mama on Instagram

Where is Wendy speaking next?

Wendy will be back chatting with Vilma Formosa at Northwest FM about the latest real estate news on Friday February 9th at 1pm.

Listen to Wendy's interviews with Vilma here

At Chamberlain Property Advocates we keep a very close eye on the real estate market so that we can help you to make informed decisions when buying and selling property.

Seeking the support and guidance of a buyers advocate is always a good idea. We help to take the stress out of buying and selling property! It always pays to have an expert in your corner.

Please call the office on 03 9686 2288, book a time to chat here or send an email to [email protected] and we can make a time for a confidential chat. Obligation free!

We'd love to help and make things easy for you too.

With gratitude,

GPO Box 2000
Melbourne VIC 3001
AUSTRALIA

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