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Talking Real Estate with Tara

June 19, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

When looking at renting out a property there are a few things that can mean the difference between a successful investment, and a real estate nightmare.

It is crucial to have a property manager who stays on top of maintenance and has a great relationship with local tradespeople. When looking for a property manager, investors should look for one that is going to maintain the property, so the quality remains.

Consistency and integrity during regular property inspections, clear and concise communication with owners about the required repairs, as well as proactively organising repairs with tradespeople, are just some essential requirements of a successful property manager. Leaving repairs for an extended amount of time only creates larger problems, so we work to identify anything that needs doing and try to organize repairs as soon as possible to avoid further issues.

At Century 21, Tara and her team keep property owners updated throughout the repair process, ensuring the work has been done and to a high standard and sending images of the completed work for peace of mind.

The Century 21 property management team has an excellent relationship with local tradespeople which makes all the difference when getting the job completed to a high standard and in a suitable time frame. For investors to be certain that their property is well looked after and that the value of their property continues to increase, look no further than Tara and her team at Century 21 Central West. For more information about how the property management team at Century 21 can assist you with your investment property, please feel free to contact us today!

For Auction – The Gooloogong Handymart

July 11, 2019 by Maggi Barnard

Lifestyle Change Opportunity

February 7, 2019 by Maggi Barnard

 

Now for sale is a property located just 28km south of Forbes. Property 2496 Wirrinya Road at Garema is a great opportunity for anybody wishing to purchase their first rural property.

Consisting of 90.65 hectares, this property is set up and being run as a Boer Goat Stud, currently carrying 140 Boers due to the dry conditions. In previous years, the carrying capacity has been on a 400 head. There are plenty of natural grasses.

The current owners are relocating so this property is for genuine sale. They have invested heavily in steel fencing and gates, with laneways allowing for easy stock movement. In addition, with water troughs in each paddock feeding from the tanks and dams, it ensures continuity of water throughout the year. Pumps at dams are included in the sale.

The house has been renovated during their ownership and with an inground pool and entertaining area; this will make a great home for families. There is a sealed road to the front gate and school bus services into Forbes.

For further information refer to the front page.

Spring Is In The Air At Ian Simpson & Co

September 20, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Flowers are blooming, birds are singing and Ian Simpson & Co are ready to sell your property! Spring is the perfect season to list your property especially since the rural and residential market has seen a significant increase in activity.

Ian Simpson & Co have the following properties on auction including their very first temporary water auction:

• 250 megalitres temporary Lachlan River water

• 50 megalitres temporary Lachlan River water

• “Keewong Park” in Wongajong Road

• “Walla Wallah”, North Parkes

• 39 Flint Street, Forbes

• 57 Reymond Street, Forbes

• 7 Thompson Street, Forbes

These listings will be on offer in an in-room auction held on 28th September at 11am at the Forbes Inn. Ian Simpson & Co have an impressive track record with auctions so be sure not to miss out on your opportunity to bid on one of these listings!

To stay on top of the Ian Simpson & Co listings and auctions, subscribe to their newsletter, like their Facebook page or go to www.iansimpsonandco.com.au.

By Linda van Coller

Exceptional Location with River Frontage and Only 10km to CBD

September 13, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

Click here for more infohttps://www.iansimpsonandco.com.au/rural-properties-for-sale/property-details/657-liomic-wandary-lane-forbes-19618703

 

Records Are Set To Tumble With “Mercedes House”

September 6, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

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Forbes’s finest stately homestead known as “Mercedes House” will be offered for sale by auction on the 4th October by Landmark Harcourts agent, Ainslie Toole. This is likely to set a new record for the district.

“Mercedes House” is sure to impress with its generous dimensions, elegant appointments and stunning capacity to entertain. It is ideally situated with just a short stroll to the CBD, lake, pools, schools, cafes and hotels. It features 11 bedrooms in total. The grand central entrance hallway has retained original porcelain tiles and chandeliers that leads onto four luxurious double bedrooms that each open out to expansive verandahs.

Discerning travellers can also enjoy the comforts of a self-contained apartment on the lower level. With six bedrooms upstairs and the third bathroom plus a kitchenette, there is plenty of room for a family/extra accommodation for the business to expand.

Multiple entertaining areas include a formal dining and living room plus another living/dining room in both the upstairs level and in the apartment with an open plan modern kitchen/dining nook available for guests. There is also an attractive covered entertaining area by the pool with many spots to relax and enjoy the gardens.

In 1984 “Mercedes House” was purchased by the current owners, Michael and Denise Jelbart. It was an exceptional private residence for their family and in recent years since they became empty nesters they decided to operate it as a Bed & Breakfast business which is thriving.

The owners have made friends from all around the world through exceptional repeat business and have said that it has been a privilege to have owned and lived in “Mercedes House” for 34 years.

They are selling to retire and travel.

For more information, contact Ainslie Toole at Landmark Harcourts on 0407 946 838.

 

 

OWNERS MOVING ON

July 5, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

https://www.iansimpsonandco.com.au/rural-properties-for-sale/property-details/54-hillview-lane-eugowra-19206196

This property represents a unique lifestyle opportunity, with *15.68 ha (38.74 acres) close to town with town water available. Troughs are to 3 paddocks and a dam in the 4th. The house has 4 bedrooms, 3 with built-ins and fans, and carpet and wooden floors throughout.

With the fabulous media room outside this is a great space for entertaining with family and friends. There is a building with granny flat potential, chicken yards, sheds, steel cattle yards and 3 tanks, so water is no issue. This is suitable for running horses, cattle, and cropping and a property that rarely comes on the market.

Turn Key Operation Ready For New Buyers “Cunningham Homes”, 52 Back Yamma Road, FORBES

July 5, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

https://www.iansimpsonandco.com.au/residential-property-for-sale/residential-property-details/52-back-yamma-road-forbes-19283728

 

 

A Fantastic Find In Eugowra

June 28, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

Two fantastic blocks of land, side by side and known as 61 Oberon Street, Eugowra are presented for sale.

This beautifully presented three bedroom home, has nothing to spend on it. The three bedrooms, equipped with built-ins and together with privacy blinds, make for very comfortable rooms.

The kitchen has views over the back yard and includes a gas cooktop, electric wall oven and dishwasher. The combined living and dining room have privacy blinds.

There are two bathrooms, a separate toilet off the laundry and a reverse cycle ducted aircon throughout. All windows have insect screens and the doors have security screens as well.

With 1.5 solar connected to the grid and instant gas hot water, there are savings to be made here.

Overlooking the back garden is a fully lined patio with blinds. So sit back and enjoy the peaceful surroundings in the lovely village of Eugowra.

Remember that you can subdivide the second block, so there is a possible instant income here as well.

Come and have a look at the home when it is open for inspection on Saturday, 7th July at 10:00am or call Cheryl Newsom from Ian Simpson & Co. now for an inspection on 0411 211 065.

Hot Property

April 5, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

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