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Davidson Property Advocates

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 417 391 987

Address: 15 William Street, Cremone 3121 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://davidsonpropertyadvocates.com.au/

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25.01.2022 | 5 TOP TIPS TO CONSIDER WITH YOUR PROPERTY PURCHASE | 1. Consider the position and aspect. This is something you can't change. Afternoon sun in the living areas all year round is a big selling feature. 2. Is there potential? Can you manipulate the floorplan and add value? Perhaps there is opportunity to push the property into another buying demographic or perhaps restore the façade and bring back the period features. 3. Consider the area and potential growth- consider the i...nfrastructure, proximity to amenities, work hubs, transportation, culture and trends. 4. Consider the price you are buying the property at- this is where your negotiation skills can be like winning tattslotto. Especially for your own home as there will be no capital gains tax. 5. Consider future maintaining for an investment but if you see this as a labor of love then choose a style that the majority of buyers have a high love factor for. See more

25.01.2022 | TENNIS COURT TAX | Have you heard of the tennis court tax? When clients add a tennis court to their brief we raise their awareness to this sneaky tax. ... From 1 January 2020, separately titled contiguous land in metropolitan Melbourne will no longer be included in the exemption that applies for a PPR. So if your tennis court is on a separate title this applies. Only the title that has your principle place of residence located on it will remain exempt from land tax. Good to know buyer!

25.01.2022 When interviewing an agent focus on how they are going to get you the best outcome. How the agent plans to overcome market challenges, where can they bring buyers from, what comparable homes have they recently handled. Leave fees last. Once you have chosen the right agent, then negotiate the fee. Fees are actually irrelevant if the agent doesnt end up selling the property. When negotiating the fee make sure you observe how they approach it. You do not want your agent to negotiate their fee poorly, it doesnt auger well for an outstanding result, because thats what 80% of their fee goes towards-negotiating skills.

25.01.2022 | How time can be your friend, not your foe | Time is the most coveted commodity, yet we can fail to recognize it when we have it. Davidson Advocates are taking advantage of this time we have now in a number of ways for both our Vendor Advocacy Clients and Buyer Advocacy Clients alike. With our Vendor Advocacy Clients, we are appraising properties remotely, interviewing the right agents, deciding on a method, and designing a pre-release digital release to the chosen agents ...database whilst organizing home staging and preparations to be executed immediately after lockdown lifts. Our clients are not skipping a beat. Our Buyer Advocacy Clients are enjoying us investigating off markets remotely and in some cases, we have prepared a detailed purchase report. Our clients are lining up the properties they will be inspected immediately after lockdown and for those clients that have engaged on a property but not yet physically inspected, they won't lose any time when the lockdown ends... and it will end. So spend this time we have wisely and use it to your advantage. Call us to find out how we can use this time to your advantage. Call Director Tonya Davidson 0417 391 987

24.01.2022 | HOW TO OPEN UP A NEGOTIATION | Chis Voss the Hostage negotiator calls it labeling, we call it active framing. Either way, it is a tool to completely open up a negotiation. It is the clear description and identification of the problem emotion or hurdles the other party has.... It is a validation. It breaks down obstacles. " It seems to me your concern is about not being able to find your next property and possibly being without a home. "Yes, that's right!" In this case, it is not about the selling price in so much as finding the next home for the family of 5. A very long settlement may be appealing.

24.01.2022 | This is the time to engage an expert | Never has it been more important to buy well. Your next property move will underscore your financial future. We guide our clients to prosperity. This is what we do with excellence and we thoroughly enjoy it.... www.davidsonadvocates.com.au

23.01.2022 | Client Testimonial | "Tonya was a wonderful help in finding me an apartment in this extremely difficult time. She was professional but friendly and I really enjoyed the experience of finding the right apartment. She listened to exactly what I required and found the perfect apartment for me that ticked all the boxes. Tonya was the reason that I was successful in purchasing my ideal home and if it wasn't for her help I would probably have had to wait until next year due to Covid 19. I would highly recommend her! " - Meredith Windust

22.01.2022 As we enter week 8 of Melbourne 4 Lockdown, not a great deal can happen in the property market. There has been the odd sale via video link, a smattering of consummated purchases, and the allowed co-ordinated settlements. We get asked all the time, How's the market?, well, currently we are in hibernation but the current state of play in Sydney gives us encouragement and hope. Since June they have enjoyed a consistently higher number of auctions relative to 2019, producing a ...clearance rate of approximately 70%. Let's hope when the gates open, we confidently follow Sydneys Lead. Hang in there Melbourne!! Seeking further property insight? Call Director Tonya Davidson to chat on 0417 391 987

22.01.2022 | THE SNEAKY TAX | The hidden cost even when purchasing a principal place of residence (PPR). Recently our Director Tonya was negotiating for a client. The property was new and being sold by the developer. If our client settled on the 30th December - land tax is payable by the purchaser for 1 day, the developer pays the rest of the year, If she settled on the 5th of January 2021, she will pay land tax for the remainder of that year being approximately 360days, despite buying ...as her PPR-in this case it is a tax of over $3000. Even though she is buying as her PPR and owns no other property the tax applies as to the ownership at 31 December. The following year 2022 no tax will be payable. This also applies to residential property rented out or not otherwise owned as PPR. Talk about sneaky! Thanks, Melville Lawyers for your advice.

21.01.2022 | STAMP DUTY CHANGES | A land transfer (stamp) duty waiver of up to 50% on purchases of residential property in Victoria with a dutiable value of up to $1million - applies to contracts entered into on or after 25 November 2020 and before 1 July 2021. *50% in new builds ... *25% on existing See more

21.01.2022 | Off-market properties | Pick up the phone! Do not email, do not text, do not write a letter. Pick up the phone.... Meaningful conversations with agents uncover true off-market opportunities. The properties no one has been through. The properties that aren't even listed yet. Salespeople are verbal communicators, so speak to them in their preferred method. If you don't have the time for this, we do and we can help. As an added bonus we already have established relationships with most agents. Speak to Director, Tonya Davidson 0417 391 987 for a more personalized discussion.

20.01.2022 Thank you Carey Community for your support. The team at Davidson Property Advocates greatly appreciates it. During this lockdown period, we are happy to provide assistance by way of a complimentary property evaluation meeting. And when we say No obligation, we mean it. We just want to assist any community members that seek a professional ear with regards to their property position. Call Director Tonya Davidson to chat on 0417 391 987... #careybaptistgrammerschool #carey

20.01.2022 | AVOID AN EXPENSIVE MISTAKE | In 2018 Domain found that 58% of buyers spent less than 60 minutes inspecting a property before they purchased. What's concerning is over 50% of these buyers found issues after purchasing!... We find the issues before the purchase so that our client can make educated and informed decisions instead of regretting a purchase and ending up with buyers remorse.

20.01.2022 | THE WHY | Everything we do, we believe every buyer deserves representation and every seller deserves an independent advisor. The way we do this is through radical transparency, meaningful knowledge, fierce tenacity, and an enviable negotiation skillset. ... We just happen to love property and our love of people is just a bonus.

18.01.2022 | Time | Some buyers have it, and some don't. Time is one of the most important ingredients in a successful property outcome:... - The time to search - On & off-market - The time to develop relationships with agents - The time to do the due diligence - The time to strategize and negotiate - The time to execute the purchase There is no greater enemy to a successful negotiation than a lack of time. If you have the time - use this as a guide, and if you don't call us - because we do. Call Director Tonya Davidson to chat on 0417 391 987

18.01.2022 Buying in a trust or own a property in a trust? This is a must-watch. Laws have changed, so dont get caught out! Guest Speaker is Kip Harding from Red Consulting International - International tax expert. ... Qualifying with the Big 4, Kip has undertaken CFO roles with unlisted and listed Australian companies. He played an instrumental part in the formation of each companys financial, taxation, and corporate strategy including listing companies on the ASX and managing subsequent growth into multinational organizations through separate business acquisitions in Asia and Europe. http://www.redconsulting.com.au

18.01.2022 | ELATION AT 11PM | We work very closely with our clients to achieve outstanding results. Our lovely clients viewed the property at 7 pm and this is us at 11 pm the same day, with a signed and accepted contract . ... Thank you Caron Beaton-Wells and your beautiful family for being such a joy to work with!

18.01.2022 | THIS IS HOW TO SELL | Our vendor clients comfortably watched the auction from their front room and even enjoyed a spot of lunch as they watched the price sail past their $1.4m reserve and sell for $1.580.000! Thanks for being such a pleasure to work with ( and did I mention relaxed!)

17.01.2022 Futurists predict the next decade will have more advancement in technology than we have seen in the last 100 years. Some of these advancements appear to be "Back to the Future" kind of ideas but in reality, some of these technologies are already here! We have been harnessing some of these technological advancements and having a little fun with them at the same time. Tapt introduces instantaneous contact transferral. Simply tap or scan to save your card details directly into ...the relevant recipients phone. Tapt By Hatch #tapt #businesscard #godigital #sustainability #contactfree

17.01.2022 | WHY DOES MELBOURNE HAS A LOVE AFFAIR WITH COFFEE | Today we are featuring Undercover Roasters // Abbotsford: their passion for coffee speaks in every single cup. Watch the full video where Aman explains why Melbourne has a love affair with coffee!

17.01.2022 | Empowering You | At Davidson Property Advocates we leave no stone unturned when it comes to the purchasing process. We hold your hand in this journey so that when it's time to buy you can do so with absolute confidence and zero regret! To find out more details on your purchasing journey and how we can empower you visit https://zcu.io/iAuc or speak to Director, Tonya Davidson for a more personalized discussion.

17.01.2022 | Lola // Dogs & Properties | Because dogs make the best models. How amazing is this renovated worker's cottage in inner-city Melbourne?... @residentdog

17.01.2022 "I established Davidson Property Advocates so my love of people and all things property could continue to drive the way I do business, but I could determine the ethos that buyers have access to representation and that vendors have access to a trusted advisor. My professional approach as your buyer is to be tenacious diligent, respectful, and firm but fair." - Tonya Davidson

17.01.2022 The ban on residential evictions in Victoria, except under certain circumstances, has been extended until 31 December 2020. This will provide more security and... certainty for renters and landlords during the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Rent increases are also banned for the same period. For more information, visit consumer.vic.gov.au/coronavirusandrenting

17.01.2022 Its not the statements we make but the questions we ask.

16.01.2022 | Negotiation | Negotiation is like art and like any artist the skills take years to finesse. Negotiation can appear effortless however the experienced negotiator is continually calibrating. Here are just some of the negotiating tools we use when representing a client in a negotiation; hard anchor, calibrated questions, labels, match and mirroring, positive leverage, negative leverage, normative leverage, various NLP techniques, the pause,, loss aversion, tactical empathy and... deep understanding of the category of negotiator our opposition is When you scratch the surface of negotiation one finds another language, it's almost a case you don't know what you don't know. We speak the language of negotiation fluently and we can help.

16.01.2022 "We Sort You", is here to revolutionise the way you view and organise your life. Their services are suitable for residential and commercial, and range from sorting and decluttering, downsizing, packing / unpacking, styling, moving, and anything and everything in between.

16.01.2022 For some, lockdown has presented an opportunity. If we can look beyond the restrictions and seek out the positives we can bring ourselves to a place of gratitude. The opportunity to spend time, our most valuable gift, with those close to us. To create, learn, listen, and grow.... Homeschooling and working from home or indeed not being able to work, is challenging but it can be through these challenges that we learn and grow the most. Our office identified its high 5 of new learnings and they include; cooking, patience, quality pet time, art and craft, and special family movies (every night). What are your high 5?

16.01.2022 | Working From Home & Home Office Design | With 2020 changing the way we work and play, homebuyers have a new must-have item. Working from home skyrocketed in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis & we all know that a stimulating and streamlined workspace at home promises the ultimate in work-life balance.

16.01.2022 "It's much better to do good in a way that no one knows anything about it." - Anna Karenina

16.01.2022 We are wishing all the contestants well & special good luck to our friend Peter Kakos and The Agency representing Sarah and George. Here is us at the Block having a laugh.

15.01.2022 Passion for harmonious living and working space is virtually part of Kelly's DNA. Her journey into this craft has taken her interstate as well as overseas, to study with some of the most innovative and respected Feng shui masters and teachers in the world.

15.01.2022 | PLAN AHEAD | Does your budget give you the flexibility for additional costs that come alongside with a property purchase? When purchasing a property one needs to factor all possible financial expenses & ensure the budget allows for it.... Expenses can include: -stamp duty -legal expenses -removalists -lending institution fees -Insurance -pest inspection -building inspection Other considerations that take the long view include future maintainability. This may include restumping, repainting, and the like. As your buyer adviser, we discuss and prepare you for any additional costs that may come with buying your next home. www.davidsonadvocates.com.au

15.01.2022 | EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF MOVING HOME | Moving is probably one of the most overwhelming events in your life. While most of the time moving will be deliberate, sometimes it will be out of necessity - that's where Jenny and her team at We Sort You step in. Jenny and Nicole have been in the service industry for 30 years, and pride themselves on their attention to detail and sensitivity in what are often emotional and trying times.

15.01.2022 Expat? Moving back to Melbourne? Are you moving back to Melbourne? No time to effectively find and negotiate the best property? Do you need an expert to source and successfully negotiate your next Melbourne property? We are experts in representing clients abroad. We have a dedicated client portal that communicates our every move. Our portal report on all our activities - off market and on market searches, property reports, photos, videos as well as helpful links, forms and re...ferrals. Let us take the strain and stress of moving back home by sourcing and successfully negotiating your next home www.davidsonadvocates.com.au

14.01.2022 | If our cup is full we all benefit | The past 7 days have been all about deep conversations, rich connections & strong support for our Director Tonya Davidson! Having a brief connection like this is so important as a mother, teacher , carer, councillor.... #7walks7women7days #5amclub #sociallydistanced #westaylocal #weimprovementalhealth #mentalhealth

14.01.2022 | LIGHT IT UP | If there is ever a year to decorate your house or front yard with Christmas decorations and lights, this is the year. We all need some joy and fun this holiday season after a pandemic year we would rather forget.

13.01.2022 | ARE YOU WINNING? | We all negotiate every day, yet few people ever learn how to negotiate. In this video, top negotiator Tonya Davidson interviews fellow top negotiator Nicole Davidson (no relation!). Nicole redefines the meaning of Win-Win and may just help you broker that deal that you so want to get.... Tune in to learn the top 3 aspects of the win-win and how it can help you. Good Luck! And remember if you need a professional, we are only a phone call away.

12.01.2022 This quote by Simon Sinek begs the question, why we do what we do? It began nearly 30 years ago when our founder Tonya began her career in property. She worked tirelessly for many clients and had a very strong and clear ethos to get them the absolute best price possible. There was one problem. She was conflicted in the end when she sat down to negotiate with a buyer. It was unrepresented. She felt a real disparity. The worst part was the buyer didn't know what they didn't kno...w. It didn't seem fair to all parties concerned. This is WHY Davidson Property Advocates exists. We ensure all parties are represented and we eliminate the disparity.

12.01.2022 Action is persuasive power. In other words, taking action, doing it, or execution, that's the power that gets things done. Nike's modern take on William Shakespeare is just do it.

12.01.2022 | WE PURCHASE & WE CELEBRATE | The best clients to work with. We are so happy to secure you this home for you to make happy memories in!!!

12.01.2022 #WordsToLiveBy Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.

11.01.2022 The last 30 years have seen our founder and director Tonya Davidson hone her skills on the varied waves of the property market. She's ready for you to put her to work.

10.01.2022 | Did you know.... | Victorian properties such as this usually had a fence with cast-iron spikes, typical of the era, but did you know why? The main mode of transport back then was a horse and the fences were designed to stop the cheeky horses from munching on people's front gardens.... As horses were replaced by automobiles so to were the fences as evidenced in the Edwardian and subsequent Deco era. If you are looking to buy, speak to the experts with a deep knowledge of all things property contact Director Tonya Davidson | 0417 391 987 | for an obligation free discussion.

10.01.2022 Sometimes when we try and do everything ourselves we end up creating a false economy.

10.01.2022 The only way to truly know how good you are at something is to know so much that you have uncovered exactly what you dont know. This is called being an expert. There are no shortcuts, no way to pay your way into the club; only through rigorous education, hard work and experience can you get to the point where you genuinely know your stuff. Take a read of our latest article

10.01.2022 'Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.'- J K Rowling, The Prisoner of Azkaban Our Director came across this quote this week while ready Harry Potter to her son. How apt this quote fits the current situation?

10.01.2022 We do not take shortcuts- ever.

09.01.2022 | BREATHTAKING AND ONLY 4KM TO CBD | We are acting as vendor advocates for the sale of this new 3 bedroom penthouse property overlooking Melbourne's famous Yarra River. If you can envisage yourself waking up to this every morning call Director Anton Wongtrakun from Dingle Partners on 0419 352 888 .... (Mention us and he will know the property you’re interested in.)

08.01.2022 During the holiday season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible this year. We are deeply thankful and extend to you our best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season. - Thank you from my family to yours

08.01.2022 At Davidson Property Advocates we have our own negotiation strategy! This special strategy while negotiating is to learn what the other party needs - what will satisfy them so that all have a win-win sale. We put together the best deal so that the closing is smooth and successful. ... Our method helps our clients to get the best deal. The negotiation process is an art form, isnt it?

07.01.2022 | Whitney once sung -I get so emotional baby | Well, you better hope she wasn't negotiating the sale of her house! Emotions can cripple us and they can also stimulate us. Both recipes for disaster when negotiating. Either you miss the dream and curse the day or you paid way too much and now have major buyer's remorse.... This is so hard to fix unless you are a very clinical person or you have a professional shielding and guiding you. That's what we do. If you need our help, we are but a phone call away.

07.01.2022 | WHY MELBOURNE HAS SUCH A LOVE AFFAIR WITH COFFEE | Today we are featuring Shanklin Cafe// Hawthorn East: a Neighbourhood Gem. Incredible atmosphere, lively and friendly staff with impeccable food and coffee to match!

06.01.2022 Thank you Briony Black for referring your good friend Belinda Hill to us. We were thrilled to act as vendor advocates for Belinda and navigate her to a successful outcome after a previously failed campaign. It’s is such a joy to create positive outcomes for lovely people.

06.01.2022 As Melbourne explores how it will exit its second lockdown, the big question on everyones mind is how the citys property market will be affected. Theres no doubt the introduction of the stage four restrictions has skewed the key indicators of the Melbourne real estate market. But there is light at the end of the tunnel.

06.01.2022 How a hallway door not only can be practical but can also mark the shift between the old and the new renovation & can set the tone to what is to come and can also be a beautiful piece of art - we love this door in Sarah and George's home!

05.01.2022 | ALL THINGS OFF THE PLAN & DEPRECIATION SCHEDULES | In the current environment, it's great news for owner-occupier and investor in property with the interest rate being so low. Most people approach certain property acquisitions - investor basis on the fact that if they can get the overall tax position on an annual basis to neutral or negatively geared, they'll make their money in the end by the capital growth with the property in the following years.

05.01.2022 | Action | Get clear. Get detailed. It doesn't matter where you start, just start. The feeling will follow the action. Share your goals with others. Get excited about them. Find a buddy who will cheer you on! Every day chip away - you cannot stop time, you will reach that goal. ... If a property is one of your goals we would love to talk to you. Call Director Tonya Davidson to chat on 0417 391 987

04.01.2022 #WordsToLiveBy Obstacles dont have to stop you. If you run into a wall, dont turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it. Michael Jordan

04.01.2022 I Designer Lighting I Whats hot and whats not.. Lighting is an art form and an integral piece to any home. Tonya interviews lighting expert Adele Locke- Founder, Director, and Designer of the highly sort after MINT Lighting.... Join us for an open discussion on what is on this expert's yes list and what makes the no list.

04.01.2022 | DID YOU KNOW? | Art Deco was built by repurposed materials by Howard Lawson. Situated at 65 Darling street South Yarra. Built in 1935-1937. Overlooking the Yarra, the iconic property consists of 2 main towers and almost movie like central communal swimming pool. For those of you born in the 70's, it has a real Melrose Place kinda vibe minus the drama (we hope!)

03.01.2022 Indoor plants should be an essential component of every interior design. Greenery brightens up indoor spaces and is known to have mood-boosting qualities. Indoor plants not only bring a touch of the outdoors inside, but they also improve air quality and the overall wellbeing of those surrounded by them.

03.01.2022 The next 6 weeks are going to look different for us all. With us all spending more time at home you may just have the space to identify what you would like in your next move. It is during this time at home that we are having open discussions with potential clients, discussing their thoughts and ideas for the future, and designing a potential pathway and partnership. For our current clients, we are using this time to have an extensive discussion with agents with regards to future opportunities, monitoring the market, and evaluating any suitable properties. When lockdown ends we will have our clients poised to buy, confident to engage and educated on all aspects of the market, We welcome your call to discuss your plans and help make them happen. | 0417 391 987 |

02.01.2022 This pretty much sums up how we feel when we find our clients the perfect dream home.

02.01.2022 | Best negotiation Advice I ever got -True story | Many many years ago I attended the World Trade center to hear Herb Cohen speak. Herb was the negotiation advisor for Ronald Regan and boy was it an eye opener for a young 20 something agent. What was the one take away that has helped me broker many stalemate negotiations.... "Care but not that much, be prepared to walk away" I didn't fully get it until I lived it. Powerful stuff. - Tonya Davidson

01.01.2022 Before you set up the For Sale sign, its a good idea to make sure the garden is looking neat and presentable, ready for inspection. As the garden is one of the first things a buyer will see, youll want the outdoor space to really catch their eye! - - - Matina brings together her deep understanding of plants and soils with a love of design to create functional spaces. With a background in business development, she values strong working relationships and places utmost importance on client's budgets, timelines and expectations.

01.01.2022 | Happy Turret Tuesday | This is the most eclectic style of the Victorian era - Queen Anne style represented the culmination of the picturesque, or romantic movement of the 19th century. The Queen Anne style is all about decorative excess, with a variety of surface textures and materials like patterned brick, stone, wood, and occasionally stucco. Sometimes more than one material is used.... Since Queen Anne homes encourage freedom of expression and creativity, it's hard to find two homes that are exactly alike.

01.01.2022 The economic metrics around the technical recession we find ourselves now in, are recording vastly different figures to the last recession. We appreciate one can glean insight from past recessions and their recovery however how reliable are these past examples when the very fundamentals that shape a recovery are so different to past experiences?