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Spring is traditionally the selling season when “buyers are out in droves” and sellers reap “higher returns”. But according to PropTrack, the start of the calendar year’s selling season – over February and March – also “corresponds to seasonally higher prices”. This month alone, more than 30 properties in Mackay have sold, according to realestate.com.au. […]

There are a lot of benefits to living in a unit, from convenience and location to a low-maintenance lifestyle, access to facilities, extra security and affordability. In Mackay, the median house price is $395,000 yet the median unit price in Mackay is $120,000 cheaper, at $275,000, according to realestate.com.au.  One of the most significant perks […]

A new analysis of home values shows potential buyers the cheapest and priciest areas in every Australian suburb. The analysis of SA1 regions by PropTrack, reveals in an interactive map the most affordable to the most expensive areas in each suburb. A street map is overlaid with different coloured areas indicating, by the key, the […]

Professional photography speaks volumes, especially in the realm of property marketing, where first impressions are paramount.  Whether perusing listings online or glancing at shopfront displays of real estate agencies, potential buyers swiftly form impressions based on visual appeal.  Hence, it’s clear that high-quality imagery serves as the foundation of effective real estate marketing strategies. >>READ […]

It comes as no surprise that in Queensland, electricity use is at its highest in summer. Air conditioning, fans, pool pumps – these energy-hungry appliances get more of a workout during the hot summer months – pushing up our energy consumption and ultimately, our electricity bills. Therefore, February is the perfect time to conduct a […]

The great Australian dream is to own your own home but renting a property has its benefits. Such as flexibility, no maintenance responsibilities, financial flexibility, amenities and services and lower financial risk. When renting, tenants have more flexibility to relocate easily because they don’t have the long-term commitment associated with homeownership. Renters also don’t have […]

Following a series of natural disasters across Queensland, the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) fears insurance premiums will become unaffordable for more Queensland homeowners. The REIQ is calling on the two tiers of government to introduce programs that will ensure insurance premiums are manageable for all Queenslanders. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said the cyclone […]

A month into the new year and already Mackay has received over 150mm of rain this month, according to the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), but it is the wet season or cyclone season. Cyclone season officially runs from November 1 to May and during this time the Mackay region has a high risk of being […]

Cyclone season is here and if you haven’t already, now is the ideal time to make sure your property is prepared. The Mackay region has a high risk of being impacted by cyclones during the wet season or cyclone season, which officially runs from November 1 to May, says the Mackay Regional Council.  In Mackay, […]

The holidays are here and if you’re looking for a way to entertain the kids or a family-friendly New Year’s Eve event, Mackay Regional Council has you covered.  These holidays, a variety of kids’ activities are being held across Mackay. To help you find something today, we have compiled a list of upcoming events, thanks […]

Mackay has topped the list of Australian postcodes for first-home buyers using the Home Guarantee Scheme. The Home Guarantee Scheme is a federal government initiative to help first-home buyers get onto the property ladder by purchasing a property with as little as a five per cent deposit and without Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI). Through the […]

As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s with immense pride that we reflect on the extraordinary achievements and growth Baileux Real Estate has experienced throughout the year. This year has been remarkable for our team at Baileux. We are thrilled to announce that we’ve achieved an outstanding sales result, successfully selling $9 million worth of […]

With the end of the year drawing near and the festive season just around the corner, businesses are getting ready to pack down and switch off for some well-deserved R&R over the Christmas break. So what does this mean for real estate? Properties are still for sale, buyers are still looking to buy and sellers […]

Unit price growth seems to be “awakening from a long slumber”, says REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella. The latest median sales results for the September 2023 quarter* released by REIQ show an uptick in unit price growth almost across the state. “It’s not surprising that units are gaining popularity due to their relatively affordable price point […]

Legislation for the Federal Government’s proposed Help to Buy Scheme, supporting up to 40,000 low and middle-income families to purchase a home of their own, is reported to be introduced into Parliament this week.  The aim of the shared equity scheme is to “bring home ownership back into reach for thousands of Australians who have […]

The end of the year is near but before we look back at the year that’s been, we’d like to look at what’s new for Baileux and ahead for the year to come. New team members We are proud to introduce two new staff members who have joined the experienced Baileux team. Shannon Shannon Woods […]

Spring is traditionally a prime time to sell a property. After the cooler weather, buyers are keen to embrace the warmth and inspect homes, gardens are literally blooming and a spring purchase likely means they will be in their new home for the Christmas period. As more homes come onto the market and with the […]

Nestled along Mackay’s picturesque coastline is the charming seaside suburb of Eimeo. Offering an enchanting blend of natural beauty, pristine beaches, and a laid-back coastal lifestyle, Eimeo is a hidden gem. Situated just north of the CBD, Eimeo is easily accessible yet despite its proximity to the bustling city, it exudes a sense of seclusion […]

A Mackay organisation will benefit from government investment in a regional initiative. Mackay-Whitsunday-Isaac Healthy Rivers to Reef Partnership is one of five organisations in the Regional Report Card Partnerships initiative the Palaszczuk Government will invest in to provide improved reef water quality and job security. Environment Minister Leanne Linard announced earlier this month the state […]

While consecutive lifts in Queensland’s quarterly residential vacancy rates are a promising sign that rental conditions are improving says REIQ, Mackay has remained in “tight territory”. According to the REIQ Residential Vacancy Rate Report for the June 2023 Quarter, released earlier this month, the vacancy rate remains ‘tight’ (0 – 2.5 per cent) across the […]