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Entourage Finance

Locality: Cremorne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9421 1651

Address: L5, 9-11 Cremorne Street 3121 Cremorne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.entourage.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Stamp duty savings are in full swing in Victoria after the state government introduced them in November last year. Here's what you need to know https://entourage.com.au//new-stamp-duty-savings-in-victo/

25.01.2022 19 Grandview Grove, Prahran VIC What a stunner! Our #propertyoftheweek is an epic #dreamhome. It features 16ft ceilings, balconies, opulent gardens and a grand marble entrance. The property sits on 1520sqm and fronts two streets in an incredibly family friendly area. Seriously, what more could you want?? Listed by @jeremyfox_rtedgar and @antoinettenido

25.01.2022 Congratulations to @djroylance on building this amazing business which we are ALL so PROUD to be a part of! Five years in and it truly feels like we’ve only just begun. @nicoleduggan__ @wenghume @kris.ongoco @mika_000 @caroline_e_symington @ace1edwards @antoinette_sagaria @vincentjlmoore @emmaaprea @chandoulis @nisfornittaya @tamanna5364 @tamara.eui @vivian29296 @amyroylance

25.01.2022 #EntourageFinanced in Sydney by @vincentjlmoore. Whilst we are primarily based in Melbourne, we have lots of interstate and expat buyers too who come to Entourage for their finance. The beauty of technology means you can connect with our team via video and work with the best in the industry no matter where you are. #thebest #weknowtheway #mortgagebroker #finance #settled #yourentourage #youneedanentourage #homeloan #apartment #Sydney

25.01.2022 Andrew Edwards, Senior Financial Planner and Director of Entourage Wealth talks about accessing equity for investments https://youtu.be/GkTxXf-K1_8

24.01.2022 Off the back of our recent ladies lunch we uncovered some really interesting stats in our database. According to our data, this year, of the people who purchased property along 65% of these were single women who were seeking to purchase or have already purchased a home on their own, as compared to 35% of single men. The proportion of pre-approvals (approved for a loan but yet to find a suitable property) currently sits at 60% single women vs. 40% single men. Director at Entourage, @antoinette_sagaria said, more than ever, we have seen a spike in women purchasing their own homes. Women are confident in their finances and have fared better overall. Would you buy property by yourself? Or prefer to wait to buy with a partner?

24.01.2022 Merry Christmas to all of the incredible people who support our business. From all of the Entourage team we hope you enjoy a well earned break and a cheeky drink or two.

23.01.2022 For a lot of people, the idea of downsizing may be associated with downgrading, but this doesn’t have to be the case. Obtaining a smaller, modern or architecturally designed property may be the goal here. Something that is going to be a good quality investment over the long term and a joy to live in. Downsizing is simply the process of selling your home to purchase one that is smaller and more suited to your current lifestyle needs. https://entourage.com.au/2020/11/16/downsizing/

23.01.2022 145 Back Beach Road, Portsea, Vic 3944 3 bed 2 bath 4 car Our #propertyoftheweek is this gorgeous lifestyle home down at #Portsea, sitting on over 2000sqm of land close to the beautiful ocean beach. With a gentle nod to mid-century design this property opens right up for seamless indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. When open, it feels like a pavilion, incorporating the best of the beautiful outdoor space. It provides a distinct separation between private sleeping areas an...d the kitchen/dining/entertainment space. We love looking at interesting property and we've seen some brilliant homes down the #MorningtonPeninsula come onto the market recently. When looking at property such as this one, there are some things to consider. 1. Usable land: how much of the block/land is usable, what is the vegetation overlay and how will it affect your use of the space? 2. Are there any covenants or other overlays you need to consider? 3. Aspect: what are the views like, how important is this to you? Could your views be obstructed or could someone else build a property which will overlook yours? 4. Lifestyle: does the property meet the lifestyle needs you are looking for? Things like a pool or tennis court may be important to you. Does the property have these or can they be added later?

23.01.2022 This week we head down to Lorne for our #propertyoftheweek. This 6 bedroom concrete beauty was designed by and for @robmillsarchitects. With epic views out over the bay, surrounded by incredible landscaping and stunning interiors you’d be mad not to really. #property #surfcoast #lorne #architect #australianarchitecture #australianlandscape #forsale #beachhouse #holidayhouse

23.01.2022 Entourage Christmas Party 2020. What a night. We had so much fun, the first time we’ve all been together since March. Thanks to the team at @fredsbar_cremorne for looking after us for the night.

23.01.2022 270 Punt Road, St Kilda. 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 gym and 2 car spots. Our #PropertyOfTheWeek is a celebration of the shinier things in life! With 6 architecturally designed levels and fitted out with art-inspired Sicis mosaics, lavish use of marble and one of the largest outdoor tv screens you’ll see in a private residence - you can clearly see no expense has been spared in the build of this epic property.... If you were looking for a penthouse vibe without the high density living aspect then this property is for you! It takes luxe to the next level. Listed by Anton Wongtrakun at @dinglepartners

22.01.2022 119 Ashworth Street, Albert Park. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 car spots. This week our #propertyoftheweek is this lovely property in #albertpark. It is the embodiment of bayside living we’ve all come to love with gorgeous outdoor and entertaining spaces, open and modern interiors that are well laid out and designed.... The garden is definitely something pretty special. Listed by the team over at @theagency_realestate Port Phillip with the auction scheduled for 31 October. See more

22.01.2022 Let’s talk about refinancing. One of the most common reasons people refinance is to save money. There’s lots of different ways to achieve financial savings: Get a lower interest rate Lock in a fixed rate... Change the repayment frequency Change the loan term That said, there’s also many reasons why these changes might actually end up costing you money. For example, paying beak costs on a fixed loan might negate any savings you secure by getting a lower interest rate. Not ideal. If you’re looking to refinance, whether it be to save money, get rid of your debt faster or access equity, chat with the team - we make it simple and easy to achieve your financial goals. #refinance #moneymanagement #debtfree #homeloan #interestrates #financialwellbeing #financialfreedom #melbournebusiness #cremorne #cremorne3121 #mortgagebroker #yourbrokerbehindyou #firsthomebuyer

21.01.2022 FOR SALE: 38A Stanger Street, Yarraville VIC https://www.realestate.com.au/property-townhouse-vic-yarrav Our lovely vendor is selling this quality property in Yarraville, supported by the Vendor Advocacy team.... Get in touch to book an inspection! Vendor Advocate: Antoinette Sagaria at Entourage Finance Agent: Tate Moore and Michael Loutakis at Jas Stephens

21.01.2022 What is a property covenant? It is basically a rule which applies to a property and may limit the way property owners can utilise their land. For example, you may only be allowed to build a single dwelling or are required to 30% of your house rendered. Covenants are binding into the future and you are required to adhere to these. Before you sign a contract of purchase, make sure you understand what covenants apply and how it affects you and your future plans for the property.... https://entourage.com.au///25/what-is-a-property-covenant/ #EntourageLegal #conveyancing #finance #mortgagebroker #property #covenant

20.01.2022 #oaksday looks a little different this year. @entourage_au crew enjoying a rooftop lunch at @notelmelbourne. It’s been nearly six months since we’ve all gotten to see each other. What a novelty! #springcarnival #races #rooftop #notel

20.01.2022 What is Debt-To-Income ratio? Our First Home Buyer expert @nisfornittaya breaks it down. For more, check our article on the blog #firsthomebuyer #melbourne #mortgagebroker #property

20.01.2022 90 King Street, Flinders VIC 5 6 7 #Our last #propertyoftheweek for 2020 so we’ve picked one of the best we’ve seen this year. No commentary needed really. Scroll across to the last pic, you won’t be disappointed

20.01.2022 215 Bittern Dromana Road, Merrick’s North VIC 3926 4 3 An early contender for #propertyoftheyear! This gorgeous home was listed yesterday and is already proving to be very popular. Sitting on 1.5 acres, this property is spectacular. The vendors are a landscape architect and interior designer and it shows as you take a stroll through the generous grounds and indoor space.... And of course, the best properties always have a name. This is Merinda. For sale via @peninsulasothebys @hamishopray_sothebys @peninsulaproperties #vendor assisted by @entourage_au #propertyoftheweek

19.01.2022 It was good news yesterday when the state government announced the return of in-person real estate auctions. From today up to 10 people can attend in-person auctions once more. Commercial property inspections are also allowed. Not keen to be in a crowd of people just yet? Chat with our Buyer’s Advocate @antoinette_sagaria who can attend and bid on your behalf. #auction #realestate #covid_19 #buyersagent #buyersadvocate #buyersadvocatemelbourne #finance #mortgagebroker

18.01.2022 What. A. Day. What a team! #entourageladieslunch #2021... More pics to follow...

17.01.2022 There were no massive announcements for first home buyers last week, but First Home Buyer Specialist Nittaya has advised the federal government are funding another 10,000 places in the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme. If you have a 5% deposit and want to find out more about getting into your own home sooner, send us a DM and Nittaya can have a chat with you about getting started! #firsthomebuyer #yourentourage #fhb #firsthome #financebroker #mortgagebroker #homeloan #cremorne #richmond #melbourne

17.01.2022 When should you buy subject to finance? According to our Buyers Agent @antoinette_sagaria unless you’re buying at auction or paying cash the answer is ALWAYS! A pre-approval isn’t an unconditional offer of finance, in fact a pre-approval is the very definition of a conditional offer of finance. There are other factors such as whether the property itself is acceptable and whether the valuation is on par with the price you have offered. Check out blog for the full article!... #propertyadvice #buyersadvocatemelbourne #buyersadvocate

17.01.2022 225 North Road, Caulfield South #propertyoftheweek is this 1892 era Victorian beauty nestled in the heart of #CaulfieldSouth. To call it epic would be an understatement, aside from being on a huge parcel of land it has 14ft ceilings, period styling and a three story tower!... What is it that makes certain property great? Well we look at land size, location and a range of other factors but in the many cases the history of a property comes into play too. Who designed it, who built it, how well it has been maintained along with things like the design period it embodies and the quality of the materials used. For these reasons and many more, it’s why properties like this one continue to appreciate in value and are always in high demand. Listed by our friends over at @bellepropertycaulfield

17.01.2022 If you’re looking to upgrade your home, the big question you are facing is whether you should buy first and then sell, or the other way around. We work with many people looking to upgrade, but who are unsure about which order they should be doing it in. There are a few questions to ask yourself and consider when making this decision which you can view over on the @entourage_au blog. Link in bio!

16.01.2022 1 Mentor Road, Balnarring Beach VIC 3 2 724m Could this be the #propertyoftheyear ? Sitting literally on the beach on a big 724m2 block, you do not see property like this come up very often - in fact @peninsulasothebys @peninsulaproperties is calling it a once in hundred years opportunity! ... If you want to buy this get in touch with @antoinette_sagaria who can tee up an inspection for you to go look at this slice of #morningtonpeninsula beachfront heaven! #property #absolutebeachfront #beach #livingonthebeach #thepen #balnarring #propertyoftheweek

16.01.2022 Our final week of Entourage at Home is next week and we are very excited to be speaking with the Founder of the incredible youth homelessness organisation @lighthousefoundation - none other than Susan Barton AM. She's a tireless advocate for children's rights and works hard in the fight against youth homelessness. Not only was she inducted as a Member into the Order of Australia, she was Melburnian of the Year in 2009 but more importantly has dedicated over 30 years to helpi...ng and caring for children in need. We're looking forward to speaking with Susan about what the @lighthousefoundation has been up to throughout 2020, the important work they do and also how we can help these kids who need a loving home. Join us next Tuesday at 8pm AEDT for a chat we know you are going to love!

16.01.2022 We're very much looking forward to out chat with Susan Barton tomorrow night at 8pm, LIVE on Instagram!

16.01.2022 Have you registered for an evening with Lance Picioane yet? Tomorrow night at 8pm, Lance joins us to share his story and how he turned his nightmare into his passion at the Love Me Love You Foundation. It's an uplifting story and just the sort of thing those of us stuck in lockdown need to hear right now. Register via Zoom, it's free to attend, we can't wait to see you there! ... https://zoom.us//regi/tJYrdeyhqjwvHdDvP94pAk2J3-FO3Yvs_pSd

15.01.2022 35 Wildcoast Road, Portsea VIC 7 7 8 With a 500 bottle wine cellar, views out over Port Phillip Bay, tennis court, infinity pool and seven rooms this property is quite literally an architect designed personal resort. ... Listed by @lizjensen_kayburton and @lornaduffy_kayburton #propertyoftheweek #portsea #infinitypool #forsale #property #luxuryproperty #melbourne #morningtonpeninsula

15.01.2022 #PropertyOfTheWeek 34-36 King Street, Queenscliff VIC 10 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and one of the most iconic buildings in Queenscliff.... With a fully fitted out commercial kitchen and bar this property could be your very own Gatsby-esque mansion! With anything from a commercial set-up through or your own private penthouse - there's a lot of potential in this as a future home, development, accommodation or business site (STCA). Marble fireplace, crystal chandeliers and swirling staircase are just the beginning! The listing agent is Ray White @lee.botsios - give him a call if you want to go check out this interesting, historical and stand out property. #queenscliff #mansion #renovate #commercialproperty #realestate #propertyoftheday

15.01.2022 It's Saturday, which means it's open for inspection day! Antoinette Sagaria @antoinette_sagaria can be found out and about most weekends looking at property, whether for clients to live or to invest in. Each Saturday we're going to share with you a different element that we look at when on the hunt for property. Today we're talking about growth. When it comes to selecting a suburb to buy or invest in, we always look at what historical growth there is in that area. Growth can ...mean different things to different people, but we are talking about capital growth (not just the physical expansion of the area - although these things often go hand in hand). Now it's important to note that historical growth doesn't predict future growth. How can you tell if any area is growing? There are some handy tools on realestate.com.au and similar sites allowing you to research areas, view the median price growth, look at the historical value of individual properties and see what homes have sold recently and how much they sold for. #capitalgrowth #buyersadvocate #theentourageffect #weknowtheway #entourage #entourageproperty #entouragefinance #melbourne #realestate #inspections #openforinspection #melbournere #buyersagent

15.01.2022 This week property reopened here in Melbourne with agents and those in the industry breathing a sigh of relief, then very quickly realising just how much work there was now to be done. @antoinette_sagaria has put together a list of the things we can and can't do in the latest phase of lockdown #lockdown #metromelbourne #realestate

15.01.2022 We're dipping into the archives this week and the advice definitely still holds up today. When should you walk away from a property purchase? https://entourage.com.au//when-should-you-walk-away-from-/

15.01.2022 A northern suburbs beauty that @antoinettesagaria purchased for our clients. #BuyersAdvocate #buyersagent #webuyhouses #onlygreatonesthough #melbourneproperty #useanadvocate #dontdiy #sellinghouses #buyinghouses #interiors

14.01.2022 2020 that’s a wrap. It’s been real. Huge thanks to our amazing team and of course, our epic clients. #topnine #topnine2020

14.01.2022 Chiverton, 39 Irving Road, Toorak 6 5 6 This #propertyoftheweek sits pretty in beautiful Toorak. Architecturally designed and built circa 1928 this estate is a stunner. A two storey French Mediterranean home with pool, tennis court, formal reception and family space too. ... The price guide is $35M - $38M and you can see why when you scroll right @kayandburton @gibsonfletcher.welcomehome

13.01.2022 Been meaning to refinance? Get it done before Christmas and you automatically go in the draw to win one of 3 x $2,500 vouchers with @discover_platinum who will tailor an incredible weekend away accommodation, meals, spas, the choice is yours! We’re also entering anyone who used the Entourage Legal service, bought or sold property with Entourage Property or took out an insurance policy with Entourage Wealth throughout 2020. We’ll draw the winners on January 11th live on Inst...agram and the team will be in touch with the winners directly. T&C’s on our website. Competition is in no way sponsored, administered or endorsed by Instagram.

13.01.2022 Last Thursday (how has it been a week already!?) was our annual ladies lunch at @stokehouserestaurants. Thanks to all the gorgeous ladies who attended, massive thanks also to the legends at @loanmarketvic who generously contributed, @westpac for their support and of course all the amazing businesses that provided goodies and prizes on the day @joeyscandizzosalon @joeyscandizzo @janescandizzo @sprayaus @viskapaper @boobytape @notelmelbourne @domgauci_designs Entertainment ...on the day by the incredible @sallycoop and witty @miafreedman Check out all the pics on our website *link in bio* If you want an invite for next year (and trust us, you do) then it’s simple. You just need to join our Entourage

12.01.2022 #EntourageBought over the weekend near our stomping ground in #Richmond. What a property. What an auction. This gorgeous home comes with a heritage overlay, just across from a park in inner city Melbourne. This is incredibly is rare. It's also why properties like this one don't come up very often and when they do, tend to be quite competitive. Having a Buyer's Advocate on hand can help you walk away successful (just like our clients did on the weekend with this gem). #entouragefinance #entourageproperty #buyersadvocate #melbournere #3121 #sold

11.01.2022 Let’s talk about Christmas spending. It can be an expensive time of year and after the year we’ve had lots of us are going to be making up for lost time socialising and spending time with friends and family. @mikafinancialwellness shares her top tips for staying out of debt this silly season.

11.01.2022 Drumroll please... next week on Entourage at Home @djroylance is chatting with @andymccann23 - Managing Director at Jellis Craig Stonnington. Andy is a true professional in every sense of the word with over 23 years' experience in real estate, specialising in the Stonnington area for much for this. Andy has dedicated his professional life to transforming Jellis Craig into the incredible brand it is today with a world-class reputation. He's also a keen golfer, an avid cyclist, proud dad to his daughter Gracie and a lot of fun! Tune in at 8pm Tuesday for a fun chat that's going to cover a lot of ground from property to business, creating high performing teams and balancing work, family and everything in between. #podcast #interview #realestate #property #mortgagebroker #entourageathome

11.01.2022 #EntourageSOLD. Another great property sold for an Entourage client who’s upgrading their home. Vendor advocate @antoinette_sagaria Finance @djroylance Legal @caroline_e_symington

10.01.2022 @theblock auctions for 2020 are this weekend and we’re super excited to see who takes home the crown this year! Best of luck to @martyfox01 @whitefoxrealestate and @michael_townsend_re @mcgrath_stkilda on your properties

10.01.2022 Why Entourage? Ed spells it out for us: Seamless from Start to Finish (and beyond)! Damien and his team helped out from start to finish in the process of selling, buying and financing. Damien was really proactive and applied his extensive experience at every step of the way. His team were super responsive and answered all questions. saving the best till last - he helped me on preparing a strategy on when / how to take my property to sale, on the sale process, on the financin...g of my next property right through to the buying and settlement. Entourage is a fully integrated, one stop shop that gets you the best results in & out of the fiance & property market. And always managing to find a new angle to improve my position. Best in Class!! (RE)Financed by @djroylance

10.01.2022 With just a couple of weeks left in the year, there are just a couple of weeks left to get your loan lodged or refer a friend to enter our incredible giveaway. The prize? We’re giving away 3 x $2,500 vouchers with @discover_platinum who will tailor an incredible weekend away or maybe a staycation (and you can spend your time at Entourage favourites like @stokehouserestaurants!).... We’ll draw the winners on January 11th live on Instagram and the team will be in touch with the winners directly. We’re putting everyone who lodged a loan or referred someone who lodged a loan with us throughout 2020 into the draw. We’re also entering anyone who used the Entourage Legal service, bought or sold property with Entourage Property or took out an insurance policy with Entourage Wealth throughout 2020. T&C’s on our website. Competition is in no way sponsored, administered or endorsed by Instagram.

10.01.2022 We asked some Entourage kids what they know about money, what they'd buy for $100 (we didn't even coach them on this one!) and who they'd share their money with. Have you asked your kids what they know about money? We'd love to hear their responses! Thanks to Emma Gorey, Chantelle Doulis, Elisa Gavaghan, Amy Roylance and Elizabeth Prendergast for coralling their kiddos and asking them the big questions!

09.01.2022 Policies, provisions and premiums change from time to time, as do your needs and situation. We've seen clients who still have their mum and dad listed as their beneficiary, despite having partners and even kids! It's important to review your insurance policies regularly to ensure they continue to meeting your evolving needs. https://youtu.be/EwLxACZ-Wsc

09.01.2022 2020 has been a year like no other and for most of us the biggest impact has been the global pandemic and ensuing disruption to our lives and businesses. Without you, our incredible clients, Entourage would not have made it through this year. To say thank you to our clients and referred, we’re running a giveaway!! And we’re putting everyone who lodged a loan or referred someone who lodged a loan with us throughout 2020 into the draw. We’re also entering anyone who used the En...tourage Legal service, bought or sold property with Entourage Property or took out an insurance policy with Entourage Wealth throughout 2020. The prize? We’re giving away 3 x $2,500 vouchers with @discover_platinum who will tailor an incredible weekend away accommodation, meals, spas, the choice is yours! We’ll draw the winners on January 11th live on Instagram and the team will be in touch with the winners directly. T&C’s on our website. Competition is in no way sponsored, administered or endorsed by Instagram.

09.01.2022 31-33 Ravenscourt Crescent, #MountEliza 4 3 4 Well it looks like we still can’t travel, even within Australia as state borders are once again raised. Therefore the need for a holiday home is even greater than ever. This property down at Mount Eliza even comes with the option to purchase an iconic beach box, which has surprisingly turned out to be very good investments over the years and well worth a look at if the opportunity arises.... Agent @rtedgarmounteliza #propertyoftheweek #morningtonpeninsula

09.01.2022 As we move beyond the pandemic, Entourage’s Managing Director Damien Roylance believes businesses are only going to further embrace having their teams work more flexibly in whatever capacity best suits them. Back in May Damien floated the idea of families and professionals moving away from the CBD and out to those beautiful beaches and treescapes that are within an hour or so of Melbourne places like the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula and the Surf Coast. And now, it seems the great migration away from Melbourne has begun. Read the full article here https://entourage.com.au/2020/10/14/the-great-migration/

09.01.2022 Another one financed by @djroylance this time in leafy Elwood. One of those beautiful bayside suburbs we love which enjoy the best of beach and city life. Over the last 5 years Elwood has seen 4.4% capital growth on houses with a median house price of $1.925M. Homes around Elwood are a mix of Edwardian, Art Deco and mid-century 50’s style. #bayside #elwood #50s #artdeco #entouragefinanced #edwardian #midcentury #finance #mortgage #mortgagebroker #buyersadvocate #property

08.01.2022 4 The Avenue, Hampton VIC 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms sitting on nearly 700m2. Luxe, architecturally designed by Peter Crone and features all the things we love including Amadora marble, Miele appliances, floor to ceiling views of your own lush garden and the pool.... Listed by our friends over at @marshallwhiterealestate Bayside: @campbell_butterss & @simon.monnierpenny Is Hampton the next hot suburb to buy in? Watch this space!

08.01.2022 305 Old Emerald Road, Monbulk It’s that time of the week again! #PropertyOfTheWeek is this absolute stunner in #monbulk. Sitting on nearly 12 acres of epic landscapes majesty (and a tree swing), it’s like a little slice of Tuscany in the Victorian hills. With 6 bedrooms and large living spaces, a bespoke kitchen, wood fire oven and theatre room this place should definitely be on your list if you’re looking for a country escape that’s still driving distance to the CBD.... For sale via @jelliscraig @wesleybucello @cory_phillips_jellis_craig #forsale #property #dandenongranges #tuscanvilla #countryside #mortgagebroker #buyersadvocate #buyersagent #finance

08.01.2022 When it comes time to sell your property you face several major decisions, one of which is to list as is or give the place a facelift. Or you can literally overhaul every aspect like Entourage client Chris Harrod has done on this property at 4/19 Elm Street, Surrey Hills, VIC. Chris bought the property in 2019 and has since invested in upgrading the property. Buying to renovate and sell doesn't suit everyone, however being able to provide a turnkey option for the next buyer c...an definitely have huge benefits and fetch you a substantially higher price than if you just gave it a paint and added a fiddle leaf fig in the corner. A word of warning from Vendor Advocate Antoinette Sagaria: make sure you don't overcapitalise. You don't want to invest more in the renovation works than you are going to make on the property, especially when buying and selling costs (like stamp duty and capital gains tax) are taken into consideration. https://www.realestate.com.au/property-unit-vic-surrey+hill

08.01.2022 Happy New Year!

07.01.2022 As October draws to a close so too do our @polishedman fundraising efforts. Thanks to everyone who has donated and support us, every donation big or small helps! If you would like to get behind an incredible cause, preventing violence against children, you can donate via the link in our profile. #polishedman #polishedman2020

07.01.2022 26 North Terrace, Clifton Hill VIC Our #PropertyOfTheWeek is an iconic #ArtDeco home in #CliftonHill. Built in 1935 and owned by the same family throughout the years, #Venice is a stand out in the area in terms of the property and land. A mix of old and new, the home has original light fittings and fireplace surrounds coupled with a spacious kitchen and mod cons.... Listed by the team over at @nelsonalexanderrealestate @tomalexiadis @rick_daniel_

06.01.2022 Our office is closed for the long weekend from Friday 2nd, wishing you all a safe and enjoyable break. We'll all be back Tuesday, if you need anything in the meantime please email [email protected]

06.01.2022 #EntourageFinanced in the lovely, leafy #HawthornEast. Interestingly, this is one of the few suburbs whose median house price has actually dropped, from a peak of $2.3M in July 2020 down to $1.975M in March 21. However, it's a great example of how the median house price calculation works and how it may or may not be applicable in your area/pocket/street. The median simply refers to the figure sitting in exactly the middle of a dataset. This means if you sold 5 houses for $1....974M, $1.974M, $1.975M, $3M, $5M the median would be $1.975M however the average sale price is actually $2.785M. The other thing to note about the median value is that it often takes into consideration all houses in an area from 1 bedroom homes or duplexes on a tiny patch of land through to generous 4+ bedroom houses sitting on acreage. The variance in sale price can be huge depending on where in a suburb the property sits and what sort of property it is. For example, this house we helped finance recently is actually a 4 bedroom home sitting on a very generous sized block. The median price for 4 bedroom homes in Hawthorn East is actually $2.875M - a cool $900K above the overall median for the suburb. Broker @moorevincentive

06.01.2022 3/60-66 Clarendon Street, East Melbourne 3 3 2 Now we don’t often share apartments for #propertyoftheweek but then they don’t normally have that view!... When you are buying an apartment @antoinette_sagaria advises it’s important to consider a few things upfront: Location (this applies to any property really) Check the internal size Is it high, medium or low density living? What is the tenancy to owner occupied ratio of the building? Is there natural light? What features do you need? Pool, gym, car stackers? These things all increase the body corporate rate you can expect to pay #realestate #buyersadvocate #buyersadvocatemelbourne #forsale #apartments #investing #invesmentproperty #firsthomebuyer

05.01.2022 2/17 Queen Street, Queenscliff VIC 3225 3 2 2 This #propertyoftheweek is a rip-per down in #Queenscliff. Is has the most stunning views of The Rip, Swan Bay and Point Lonsdale and only 300m from Santa Casa beach.... We’re all about lifestyle properties at the moment. If you can #wfh then why wouldn’t you look a little further afield? Listed by @kerleyscoastalrealestate

05.01.2022 639 Melbourne Road, Sorrento 3 3 2 This quintessential beach house in #Sorrento is our #propertyoftheweek. It would be a great home for a weekend getaway, set up as an @airbnb or family holiday escape. It’s got a great little studio separate to the main house for a games room, retreat or guest accommodation. ... Listed by the team @rtedgarmorningtonpeninsula @geoff.rtedgarmp @samantha.rtedgarmp and the lovely @antoinette_sagaria is using her skills as #vendoradvocate

05.01.2022 Starting next month we are fundraising for @polishedman by @ygap to end violence against children. For good. Money raised goes towards trauma prevention and recovery programs for children and for the month of October the aim is to spark a conversation that leads to long lasting societal change. @djroylance @ace1edwards @wenghume and @vincentjlmoore are all involved and part of the @entourage_au team. If you’d like to join our team and help fundraise, or make a donation, just follow the link in our bio! #polishedman #polishedman2020 #endviolence #yourentourage

05.01.2022 Amidst the race day fun happening here in Melbourne today the RBA has dropped the cash rate to a never before seen 0.10% with the RBA stating they expect it’ll be at least 3 years before they start moving rates up again. Whether lenders drop rates further remains to be seen. Swipe to see the cash rate over the last 30 years source: RBA

03.01.2022 When: Thursday 15 October 2020 Time: 8:00pm - 9:00pm Where: Online via Zoom Cost: Complimentary Register: Link in bio... In light of World Mental Health day this Saturday 10 October and Mental Health Awareness week, we're hosting an evening with Lance Picioane. Lance Picioane is a former AFL for player who transitioned in to career in the Fitness industry for the 10 years before founding the Love Me Love You Foundation in 2013. Husband, father of two boys under five and the CEO of Love Me Love You, Lance is always learning how to juggle the demands of life and to ensure that he invests in self-care every day. He joins us to speak about some of the curveballs life has thrown his way and how he managed to use some of the lowest points in his life to build him up to some of his greatest. Lance is a passionate mental health advocate and aims to foster social change in the community. Lance's story is uplifting and just what we need right now - a message of hope, love and resilience. We hope you can join us for an evening with Lance Picioane and that he helps make a difference for you too. Register via the link in our bio!

03.01.2022 After five months of declining national housing values October has turned it all around. @corelogicau reported that home values in all capital cities (except Melbourne) have begun to rebound. Given our fair city has only just reopened, we’ll take that one on the chin. Auctions and the clearance rate are on the rise again, with @rei_victoria reporting an 85% clearance rate over the weekend. These are all very promising signs for the market as the sun shines across Melbourne and we all look forward to the spring racing carnival and some bubbles with friends.

03.01.2022 Are you ready to buy your first home? Then you need an Entourage (wink wink)! We’ve just updated our #FirstHomeBuyers guide and it is chock full of great information for first home buyers. Download a free copy here https://entourage.com.au/fhbguide/

03.01.2022 What is a subject to finance clause? You’ve got your pre-approval in place and found the perfect property. Prior to making an offer you should have the contract (section 32) reviewed by your conveyancer or solicitor who will alert you to any concerns or clauses you need to be wary of. It’s also their opportunity to advise what may need to be added to the contract, this includes a subject to finance clause. What this clause states is that the offer you have made on the propert...y is conditional on you obtaining finance by a particular date. Once the finance has been approved the contract then becomes ‘unconditional’. But what if you’re already pre-approved? Read the full article on the blog #conveyancer #preapproval #finance #section32 #property #buysmart

02.01.2022 In the wake of the ACCC report that came out yesterday, @djroylance shared some thoughts on LinkedIn (check our stories for this if you’re interested in having a read). One thing he highlighted was that there’s really no incentive for a lender to offer you a better rate when they can continue charging more interest, knowing that lots of people won't bother to ask for a discount. They do reduce rates on variable products, this is the whole point of a variable rate - but it do...esn't mean they'll be putting you on the lowest rate they are offering. This really goes to show the value a mortgage broker brings to the table. I can't speak for all businesses, but at Entourage we conduct an annual review with our clients and in the last month alone have saved our clients $65k (annualised) just by asking their bank for a better rate (this figure doesn't include refinances).

02.01.2022 What is equity? Equity is the difference between the amount you owe on a property and the property value. You can use your equity for lots of things, including to invest in other property or assets. @ace1edwards talks us through the basics of equity and the benefits.

02.01.2022 Selling your house but not sure where to start? Expert Property Advocate Antoinette Sagaria provides a comprehensive look at what’s involved in selling your property and how we help our clients choose their agent. https://entourage.com.au/propertyguide/

01.01.2022 How does Melbourne stack up against the rest of the world for real estate affordability? Compared to Monaco our market is very reasonable, but Melbourne still remains one of the most expensive areas of prime residential real estate in the world. According to Statista, for every US$1M you spend you could purchase 97m2 of prime residential real estate in Melbourne.

01.01.2022 It’s beginning to look at lot like Christmas