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January | Mastering the Art of Pricing Your Home
In our latest Get Real with Morton video, Lucy White and Ewan Morton reveal essential strategies for pricing your home effectively in Sydney’s competitive market. From understanding local market trends and conducting a Comparative Market Analysis to highlighting unique property features and adapting to market feedback, this video is packed with expert tips to help…
January | New Rental Laws Part 2: Rent Increases and Pets in Rentals
In this Part 2 Get Real with Morton podcast, Betty Drennan and Ewan Morton discuss the latest rental laws. They explore how rent increases are now limited to once per year, providing more predictability for tenants. Additionally, they explain the new regulations making it easier for tenants to have pets, with landlords only able to…
January | Sydney’s Rental Market: Navigating Low Vacancies, High Prices, and Hot Suburbs
Sydney’s rental market is currently experiencing a dynamic shift, characterised by low vacancy rates, high tenant demand, rising rental prices, and suburb-specific trends. Here’s a closer look at these key factors shaping the market: Sydney’s rental market is facing an unprecedented shortage of available properties, with vacancy rates hovering around 1.5%. This scarcity is creating…
January | A Day of Impact: Volunteering with Foodbank
Morton Penrith Team Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Volunteering On December 12th, the Morton Penrith team dedicated their time and energy to bring joy to those in need within their local community. The team gathered at Penrith’s St Stephen’s Anglican Church to help put together and hand out gifts and hampers. Their efforts ensured that many…
December | 2024: Sydney Property Market Recap
In our latest Get Real with Morton video, Ewan Morton delivers an insightful end-of-year real estate wrap-up. From market trends and price movements to key insights on buyer and seller behaviour, this video is your go-to source for understanding the 2024 property landscape plus expert analysis and predictions for the year ahead.
November | Mistakes Buyers Make and How to Avoid Them
In our latest Get Real with Morton video, Ettiene West and Ewan Morton dive into the common mistakes buyers make when purchasing property. From the importance of mortgage pre-approval to the necessity of thorough inspections and understanding all additional costs, this video is packed with essential tips.
November | New Rental Laws: Understanding the No-Grounds Eviction Ban
In this Get Real with Morton podcast, Betty Drennan and Ewan Morton discuss the newly implemented no-grounds eviction ban. They explore the implications for both landlords and tenants and share insights to provide an understanding of the new regulations and what they mean for the rental market moving forward.
November | High Demand and Low Supply in the Sydney Rental Market: What It Means for Landlords
The Sydney rental market is currently experiencing a significant imbalance between supply and demand. This dynamic is creating both opportunities and challenges for landlords. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening and what it means for property owners. Sydney is facing historically low vacancy rates. This means that rental properties are being snapped up quickly,…
November | A Day of Impact: Volunteering with Foodbank
Volunteering with Foodbank was a rewarding experience, knowing our efforts were going to make a massive impact on less-fortunate families across the ACT and NSW at Christmas time. The day was filled with a sense of purpose and community spirit as we came together to support those in need. Amy and Belinda from our Morton…
October | Agent Spotlight: Jamie Bae, Morton’s Rising Star
We’re excited to introduce you to one of Morton’s rising stars, Jamie Bae, from our Penrith office. Jamie will be sharing her inspiring journey as a Sales Agent, her unique philosophy with customers, and how she blends different cultures to create synergy and achieve outstanding results in the industry.
October | Hesitation in the Market: What’s affecting the Sydney sales market right now
In this episode of Get Real with Morton, Ewan and Konstantin dive into the ongoing housing affordability crisis, the impact of interest rate decisions on buyers and vendors, and the current supply and demand dynamics. They share predictions and personal stories to provide a comprehensive view of what to expect in the coming months.
October | Why Interest Rates Aren’t Going Down and How It’s Affecting Landlords in NSW
Interest rates have remained stubbornly high, much to the frustration of many, including landlords in NSW. Despite hopes for a decrease, several factors are keeping rates elevated – Why Aren’t Interest Rates Decreasing? Inflation Control: Central banks, including the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), use interest rates as a primary tool to control inflation. With…
October | Morton Woolloomooloo Team’s Heartwarming Day with the Mirabel Foundation at Luna Park
Noel Jenkins, Christian Postiglione, and Cara Davis from the Morton Woolloomooloo team recently spent a memorable day volunteering with the Mirabel Foundation at Luna Park, Sydney. This special event was not just about fun and games, but also about making a meaningful impact on the lives of children in need. A Day of Joy and…
September | What to look for in a Sales Agent: Pro Tips for Selling Success
Join David and Ewan from Morton to discover why an exceptional sales agent is vital for selling your property. They bring the expertise to handle complex transactions, negotiate skilfully, and market your property to achieve the best possible value.
September | Understanding Supervision Guidelines: Their Importance and Impact
In this episode of Get Real with Morton, Amanda and Ewan explain the significance of the newly revised Supervision Guidelines in ensuring real estate professionals maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ultimately delivering top-tier service to their clients.
September | The Importance of Volunteering: Building Stronger Community Ties
At Morton Real Estate, our commitment to the community extends beyond providing exceptional real estate services. An example of this is our Sydney sales, leasing, and property management teams who volunteered at St Vincent de Paul in Surry Hills in August this year. Partnering with the realestate.com.au team, we sorted clothing, stocked shelves, and assisted…
September | Rent Control Discussions: Addressing Affordability Issues
The topic of rent control has become a focal point in ongoing debates aimed at addressing housing affordability issues. As rental prices continue to rise, many are calling for measures to ensure that housing remains accessible for all. The Debate Proponents of rent control argue that it is a necessary step to protect tenants from…
August | Navigate Sydney’s Real Estate Surge: Essential Investment Tips & Insights on Infrastructure
In this episode of Get Real with Morton, Ewan and Lucy explore Sydney’s real estate investment trends. With over two decades of experience, Lucy offers insights on infrastructure impacts, investor shifts, and strategies for rental returns and capital growth. Discover emerging hot spots and tips for long-term success.
August | Maximise Your Property’s Potential: Expert Tips for a Successful Sale
Join Ian and Ewan from Morton as they reveal how removing 70% of personal items, staging your home, updating lighting, and refreshing key areas can dramatically enhance your home’s appeal. Discover how these simple yet impactful changes can make a huge difference.
August | Friends of the Pyrmont Community Centre: Fostering Togetherness and Service
In the heart of Pyrmont, community thrives. As the population surged in the 2000s, local residents recognised the need for a gathering place—a sanctuary where they could share activities, forge connections, and for some, combat the pangs of solitude. The community centre needed the community to get involved.Thus, the Friends of the Pyrmont Community Centre (FoPCC) was…
August | No Grounds Evictions
What is the talk all about? What is “No-Grounds Eviction”? There are two types of leases available to renters and landlords: fixed-term leases, where the tenants sign a lease for a specified time, and periodic or rolling leases, which have no specified end date. Many fixed-term agreements become rolling leases automatically once the fixed term…
July | Firing Up Community Bonds: The Thornton Community BBQ
When the scent of sizzling sausages and the sound of laughter fill the air, you know it’s BBQ time in Thornton. The community gathers, aprons tied, tongs in hand, ready to share more than just a meal. The Thornton Community BBQ isn’t merely about cooking snags —it’s about igniting connections, fostering well-being, and creating a…
July | The Great Landlord
As a landlord we look towards not only ensuring that we invest wisely (“choose wisely” – from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade) but also consider the affects, the goodwill to all, and security for not only the landlord but also to their tenant. To provide a property for tenancy is not a simple task…
July | Unlock Your Financial Potential: Challenges and Strategies for Landlords
Listen to our latest podcast episode with Ewan Morton and James Crow as they discuss insights into the challenges faced by landlords during the current housing crisis, focusing on property maintenance, tenant selection, and financial planning to maximise returns and property value.
July | Revamp Your Living Space
Watch our interview with Michael Bates from Capstone Interiors as he discusses some quick and easy DIY jobs that you can do this weekend for maximum comfort, efficiency and/or rental return this Winter.