MODERN/RENOVATED DOWNSIZER WANTED

A local couple are looking to downsize from their family home into something central, modern and/or renovated. They would like something 3 bedrooms, or 2 plus a study, and it’s mainly in the yard maintenance, upkeep and size that they would like to cut down....

ROOM & ACCESS WANTED FOR BOAT & TRAILER

Nick and his partner are looking for their first home, in or around Warrnambool or Koroit, and it must have access to the back yard and room for a shed. The house doesn’t have to be big, 2 or 3 bedrooms is fine. If it’s got a shed already that’s a...

WANTED – SOMETHING A LITTLE BIT DIFFERENT…

My buyer is looking for something other than your run-of-the-mill brick-veneer home. Something with a bit of character or quirkiness would be good, ideally 3 bedrooms and south of the highway but this is not essential. Ready to buy and can spend up to $650,000. Please...

WANTED AD EAST WARRNAMBOOL UP TO $1 MILLION

Julian is looking for something to ultimately retire to around the East Warrnambool area, something they can walk to the beach and town from, with a decent-sized block for the caravan, etc. Ideally a view would be great also. The budget can stretch up to around...

RURAL BLOCK WANTED

Thomas is looking to buy a rural bush block within a couple of hours of Warrnambool. His budget is around $100k, preferably a minimum size of 2,000m2 and he is a cash buyer. Thomas will be looking to build a homestead down the track & go off the grid. Please call...
Lifestyle Living

Lifestyle Living

The BIG4 NRMA Warrnambool Riverside Holiday Park is an affordable and fantastic facility offering residents a variety of unique benefits. Being set in the farming zone at the Hopkins River end of Jubilee Park Road, between Warrnambool and Allansford, the park itself...

FLETCHER JONES/CBD AREA WANTED

Local farmer, looking for a 2/3 bedroom investment property. Likes the area south of the highway from Fletcher Jones through to the CBD. Would spend up to $550,000. Please phone Lucas at Wilsons on 55612777

HOME WANTED: PENSHURST

Rebecca & Will are looking to buy and move to Penshurst.  They would like a 3 bedroom home on approximately a quarter acre block.  Their preference would be to not have to renovate but they understand they may need to make some updates if required and will...
Pleasant Hill – The Full Story

Pleasant Hill – The Full Story

From 17 de-commissioned army barracks, transported to Warrnambool from Bacchus Marsh, Fletcher Jones Pleasant Hill factory started from humble beginnings, very much like its famous owner. Fletcher Jones purchased this site in 1947 for 430 pounds, a bargain, inheriting...
SHARED LIVING CONSIDERATIONS

SHARED LIVING CONSIDERATIONS

Have you ever thought about having, or being a housemate? Sharing a house can be a fantastic experience; it can be cost effective sharing rental costs as well as utilities etc as well as creating a sense of community and shared humanity. It can suit all walks of life –...

Two bedroom unit/home in Warrnambool

We are trying to help Elizabeth locate a quality two bedroom unit/home in Warrnambool. She prefers either two bathrooms or at least a separate toilet. The price is open depending on the property. Please call Ashley if you think you can assist.(03) 5561...

HOUSE & 20 PLUS ACRES WANTED

PURNIM / GRASSMERE / GARVOC / WANGOOM / WOODFORD / BUSHFIELD / CUDGEE / MAILORS FLAT / PANMURE / ALLANSFORD / NARINGAL STILL LOOKING!! Can you help these guys, looking to move to a rural property and buy in or around the above areas. At a pinch a minimum 15 acres, and...

HANDY TO WARRNAMBOOL COLLEGE PLEASE!

Eddie and family are looking for a 3 or 4 bedroom home to purchase, with 2 living areas, ensuite, and up to a price of $660,000.  They have missed out on a couple of properties in inner North Warrnambool and are ready to buy now.  They would love to be within walking...

WANTED – INDUSTRIAL SITE

VACANT OR WITH BUILDING: Cash buyer urgently requires a site to expand their business. Ideally around 2000sqm site, but will look at other options. Contact Mark Wilson – 0408529275 for immediate response
Now can be the perfect time to sell

Now can be the perfect time to sell

With so much negative media talk about the property market now, many people’s instinct is to hold off on their plans of moving.  But let’s cut through some of the sensationalist hype.  Property markets change, always have, always will. In a sellers’ market, like...

DOWNSIZER IN WARRNAMBOOL OR JUBILEE PARK

Looking up to $450,000, this couple is looking to move to Warrnambool and get into something not too big, 2 bedrooms is fine, room for a caravan would be fantastic but not a deal-breaker. Have looked at Warrnambool Riverside at Jubilee Park and would buy one in there...
Selling an Investment Property

Selling an Investment Property

Can I sell my investment property if the renter is on a lease? Yes, you can. As the property owner, you have the right to sell your property even if it is during a fixed-term tenancy agreement. However, you must provide written notice to your renter/s of your...
Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Provided by Shane Harman, a valued member of our sales team with experience in building/construction, project management and home renovations. Quick Fix – Tip 5 – ‘Grout Expectations’ When considering presentation tips, this is one that gets missed. Buyers are...
Online Reports

Online Reports

This information is useful to clients currently selling a property through Wilsons. Once your property has been published online, you will receive a weekly report from us with details about how it is performing on Realestate.com and Domain. These are the two leading...
PROACTIVITY FOR A WIN/WIN RESULT

PROACTIVITY FOR A WIN/WIN RESULT

Behind the scenes of this beautiful central home with a big bright Wilsons SOLD sign at the front, is a story of a little bit of proactivity that resulted in a big WIN/WIN scenario for both buyer and seller. We had handled the sale of another property and those...
Time to act

Time to act

If you own a property in Terang and have considered leasing or selling, the best time to act could be now. With a limited number of houses for sale and almost no properties for lease, coupled with a high demand for properties and consistent growth in the area, this is...
Cleaning Checklist

Cleaning Checklist

Useful for rental providers and renters. To assist when cleaning it may be helpful to refer to a general definition of ‘clean’. ‘Clean’ is any area or item that cannot be enhanced with a cleaning product. GENERAL Vacuum and clean all sliding doors and window...
Preparing your property for lease

Preparing your property for lease

Written by Luke McQualter, Business Development Manager There is an abundance of factors that can contribute to the outcome of finding the perfect renter. A property that is not only presented well, but exceeds the minimum rental standards, can increase the chances of...
Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Provided by Shane Harman, a valued member of our sales team with experience in building/construction, project management and home renovations. If you’re selling and you’re not sure what buyers are scrutinising when they look through your home, well the answer is...
Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Provided by Shane Harman, a valued member of our sales team with experience in building/construction, project management and home renovations. If you’re selling and you’re not sure what buyers are scrutinising when they look through your home, well the answer is...

TIDY 2 BEDROOM UNIT

Ann and James are looking to buy a newish 2 bedroom unit in Warrnambool or Dennington. Ideally with 2 toilets, ducted heating and they aren’t looking to renovate. Please call Wilsons if you can help.
Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Provided by Shane Harman, a valued member of our sales team with experience in building/construction, project management and home renovations. If you’re selling and you’re not sure what buyers are scrutinising when they look through your home, well the answer is...
Applying for Rental Properties

Applying for Rental Properties

Written by Sophie Mansbridge, Leasing Manager Applying for rentals can be confusing with so many platforms available to submit your application. At Wilsons, we only use Realestate.com for online rental applications (click here to download a hard copy application form...
$250 rebate for homeowners and renters

$250 rebate for homeowners and renters

The $250 Power Saving Bonus for Victorian households is now open. This applies to both renters and homeowners, one payment is available per household and you must be the account holder to apply. Paid directly into your account, you will just need your energy bill...
Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Shano’s You-Beaut Seller’s Quick-Fix Guide

Provided by Shane Harman, a valued member of our sales team with experience in building/construction, project management and home renovations. If you’re selling and you’re not sure what buyers are scrutinising when they look through your home, well the answer is...
Stated asking prices

Stated asking prices

It’s simple and it’s smart Once buyers recognise a potentially suitable property, the key priority is to know if it is within their budget.  Methods like auctions, “contact agent”, “expressions of interest”, “offers above…” simply make it difficult to...
Qualifying Buyers

Qualifying Buyers

You decide to start looking for a new home. Whether it’s your first home, an upsizer, downsizer, new location, holiday house or investment to add to your portfolio… it’s always a big step. You hop on the net or check out the local paper to start your search. Once you...
Platinum Badge – Ashley Jennings!

Platinum Badge – Ashley Jennings!

Congratulations to Ashley Jennings who was awarded Platinum Badge in sales while attending a training seminar in Sydney this week. This prestigious award lands Ashley on Pittard’s High Achievers List and celebrates his ability to achieve fantastic results for his...
Rate My Agent Award Winners

Rate My Agent Award Winners

Rate My Agent is Australia’s No. 1 real estate agent ratings and statistics website. It provides recommendations, rankings and reviews for real estate agents in Australia. Unlike other review platforms, all client reviews of agents are verified and linked to a sale....
The best advice we can give…

The best advice we can give…

Buyers, Sellers, Rental Providers, Renters and those looking to take their first step into the market – our team has worked with clients in every stage of the process. We all have different experiences and backgrounds, and may be able to offer some insight and advice...
POINTS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING A REAL ESTATE AGENT

The Early Offer

Written by Peter O’Malley – Real Estate Agent and author of best-selling publications, Real Estate Uncovered and Inside Real Estate When you are selling a property, the only thing more nerve wracking than an early offer is not receiving an early offer. As...

MORTLAKE/ KOLORA/ NOORAT/ DARLINGTON

Sara and Jason are in the market either for rural land or a house and land (if price permits) in the above areas. In terms of rural land, they can spend up to $160k and would like anything over 2 acres but ideally 5 or more. For a house, they need 3 bedrooms plus a...

Award Winning Team

The 2021 Australasian Real Estate Awards proved to be very exciting and successful for the team at Wilsons.   The Lesley Johnston Medal for Exceptional Client Care was awarded to Lucas Wilson. This award is close to our hearts at Wilsons. Named after ex Wilsons...

PORT FAIRY RENOVATOR

A client of ours is looking to add a Port Fairy property to their portfolio. They would like a renovator’s delight, open to any condition. Especially interested in areas surrounding Bank Street, Cox Street, Campbell Street etc. Lucas Wilson is their agent, please call...
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Lyn Wilson, part of the Wilsons Real Estate family, is a Program Co-ordinator with Court Network and once again the organisation is participating with ‘Respect Victoria’ to promote 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence. The theme is – ‘RESPECT WOMEN: CALL...
Christmas Appeal

Christmas Appeal

Wilsons are proud to be participating in The Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal. We will be running a Gift Drive for our team and the community to contribute to. If you wish to donate, we encourage you to pop into our office at 50 Fairy Street, Warrnambool....
Victoria’s New First Home Buyer Scheme

Victoria’s New First Home Buyer Scheme

The Victorian Homebuyer Fund may allow home buyers to receive up to a 25% equity contribution from the Victorian Government, with a just 5% deposit. Dan Andrews explains: “Most first home buyers can’t just rely on the bank of Mum and Dad for help. And if...
Mission, Values, Purpose

Mission, Values, Purpose

Article by Lucas Wilson. A few years ago, I was fortunate enough to engage a company to help with some coaching in our newly created Property Management department. At the time, I didn’t realise it would involve coaching me as the office’s leader, and it delved a lot...

The 16 Days of Activism – Respect Women, Call It Out Information and initiative powered by the Warrnambool Court Network The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global initiative galvanising individuals, communities and organisations to...

WANTED AD’S WORK…

It is a very exciting time for a local family who have just secured their dream home! Carol enquired on a property a little while ago and whilst that home didn’t suit perfectly, we created a wanted ad for her which we advertised on our social media platforms, our...
HOW TO APPLY VIA 1FORM & FAQ’s FOR PROSPECTIVE TENANTS

HOW TO APPLY VIA 1FORM & FAQ’s FOR PROSPECTIVE TENANTS

Article written by Anissa Smart- administration assistant and new tenant!   Looking to rent for the first time or interested in an updated method of applying for properties? This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to apply for a rental property via...
Mortlake History

Mortlake History

Article by Cheryl McKenna – Office manager and Licensed estate agent. Originally known as the township of Mount Shadwell, the town of Mortlake was originally settled over 180 years ago. Being particularly fertile ground, the area was quickly populated by...
Consider this…

Consider this…

Exceptional Lifestyle and Income Earning Opportunity. This property, and all it encompasses, warranted it’s own full article – a standard real estate ad just wasn’t going to cut it!  Open up your mind and consider the possibility that this could just...
Standing Tall in Warrnambool

Standing Tall in Warrnambool

The STANDING TALL program matches carefully selected and trained community volunteers with at risk junior school students studying at Warrnambool and Brauer colleges, and this year now Emmanuel College and Warrnambool Special Developmental School. The volunteers have...