3 Aug, 2026 | Buying, Selling
Buying or selling a home is a big decision, and having the right people by your side makes all the difference. Our award-winning sales team combines local knowledge, genuine care, and years of experience to help our clients achieve outstanding results. Leading the...
30 Jul, 2026 | Latest, Rental Providers
The Victorian Government has announced new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards that will be introduced progressively from 1 March 2027 and 1 July 2027.While these changes are still some time away, planning ahead can help you avoid unexpected costs and minimise...
13 Jul, 2026 | Latest
We truly appreciate the support of the Mortlake and District community over the years. Many of the people we’ve had the pleasure of working with as clients have also become friends. We’re proud to support Warrnambool and the wider district, and Mortlake has...
29 Jun, 2026 | Buying, Latest
Finding the right property isn’t always easy. Whether you’re searching for your forever home, your first home, or the next investment to add to your portfolio, having the right team on your side can make all the difference. At Wilsons Warrnambool &...
9 Jun, 2026 | Properties Wanted
We have an investor looking to purchase a property in Warrnambool with a budget of $400,000 to $450,000. Sammy recently missed out on a property on Morriss Road and would prefer something on a quieter street away from busy roads. If you have anything suitable, please...
9 Jun, 2026 | Latest
At Wilsons, we believe exceptional client outcomes begin with exceptional training. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, our team recently attended industry-leading training in Melbourne. Our sales team completed Winning Ways: High Performance Sales,...
2 Jun, 2026 | Latest
A significant regulatory change is coming to the Australian real estate industry. From 1 July 2026, certain real estate services will become subject to Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regime. These reforms extend...
2 Jun, 2026 | Latest
As a rental provider, ensuring your property meets Victoria’s rental minimum standards is an important part of maintaining compliance, protecting your investment, and providing a safe and comfortable home for renters. The minimum standards apply to most residential...
5 May, 2026 | Properties Wanted
Hayley and Jackson missed out on a property in Laverock Road and are actively looking to buy. They are interested in the West Warrnambool and Dennington areas, require three bedrooms, and have a budget in the low to mid $500,000s. Please call Ashley on (03) 5561 2777...
30 Apr, 2026 | Community
Mother’s Day Classic The Mother’s Day Classic brings the community together to raise vital funds for breast and ovarian cancer research. Held on Sunday May 10th 2026, this annual event will once again see the Warrnambool foreshore filled with a sea of pink, as people...
28 Apr, 2026 | Latest, Selling
(And Why Most Owners Get It Wrong) Most homeowners have a figure in mind before they’ve spoken to a single agent. It might be what they need to clear the mortgage. It might be what a neighbour sold for eighteen months ago. It might be a number they...
27 Apr, 2026 | Selling
How to safely sell and buy at the same time, in four easy steps. When the prospect of moving arises, it often brings a mix of emotions, especially for home sellers. While excitement, happiness, and fulfilment are common, fear is often the strongest emotion. Fear when...
24 Feb, 2026 | Properties Wanted
Deb and John have recently moved to Warrnambool and are searching for a place to call home. They’re looking for a property with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage – ideally with side access for a caravan and a separate workshop. Their budget is around...
16 Feb, 2026 | Selling
When your home first hits the market and the phone rings with an offer within days, sometimes even hours, it can feel unsettling. “Surely that’s too quick?”“Have we under-priced it?”“What if there’s a higher offer just around the corner?” It’s completely natural to...
3 Feb, 2026 | Properties Wanted
Jo is looking to buy in Warrnambool. She likes near St John of God Hospital but is open to other areas. She’s seeking a home with 3-4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, preferably with a double garage, though a single garage would be considered. Jo’s budget is around $700,000....
20 Jan, 2026 | Properties Wanted
Charlie is looking to purchase a three-bedroom home in Warrnambool, ideally on a block larger than 500m². She recently missed out on a property in Baileyana Drive and is keen to secure something in a nice area. Her budget is around $600,000. If you can help, please...
5 Jan, 2026 | Buying
Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones, and in 2026, there are still several government initiatives in place to help make it more achievable, particularly for first home buyers. Whether you’re planning to enter the market this year or simply exploring your...
8 Dec, 2025 | Latest
With Christmas quickly approaching, you may feel like it’s too late to consider selling. Good news – there are many perks to selling now and leading into the new year. Take advantage of this naturally festive and joyful time of the year. Buyers may be looking to...
26 Oct, 2025 | Buying
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...
13 Oct, 2025 | Latest
To regularly reinforce our Mission, Values, and Purpose in the office, we have a quarterly ‘MVP’ award. A big congratulations to the very deserving winners, Juanita Russell and Jessika Tobin-Salzman! This award is decided by peer nominations throughout the quarter,...
9 Oct, 2025 | Buying, Selling
At Wilsons, we use a different approach to most agencies. Our mission is simple: to use strategies that are both ethical and effective, ensuring the very best outcomes for our clients. One of the key ways we achieve this is through our true team approach. In many...
9 Sep, 2025 | Community
What is it, where did the idea come from, and why do we practice it? Written by Anissa Smart from our Marketing & Administration team at Wilsons Unreasonable Hospitality, a book by Will Guidara, shares lessons from his time transforming Eleven Madison Park into...
23 Jun, 2025 | Properties Wanted
Haylee is looking for a 4 bedroom home with a study, located in Warrnambool or within 15 minutes of town, including Koroit. She would like a newer home on a block of around 800m² and has a budget of $700,000 – $800,000. She is also open to buying a block of land...
3 Jun, 2025 | Community, Latest
A big part of the Wilsons story We really appreciate the support of the Mortlake and District community over the years, many of whom have been clients and have become friends. We’re proud to support Warrnambool and the entire district, and Mortlake has always been a...
6 May, 2025 | Selling
Did you know that you can sell an investment property, even if it is during a fixed-term tenancy agreement? A happy seller, renter, buyer and a successful sale – that’s our goal, and it’s a goal we achieve regularly with the sale of investment properties. To make this...
7 Jan, 2025 | Properties Wanted
David and family are ready to buy now! They’re searching for a property in the Woodford, Mailors Flat, or Koroit area, with a land size between half an acre and one acre. They need four bedrooms, ideally two living areas, and have a budget of approximately $1...
6 Dec, 2024 | Latest
Property damage can be a property owners worst nightmare, but do you know when it’s damaged and when it’s just fair wear and tear? To start, property owners can’t reasonably expect their property to be in brand-new condition or the same condition after a regular...
2 Sep, 2024 | Latest, Renting
When it comes to the end of any rental agreement, one of the biggest focuses for rental occupiers is getting their bond back. Held in trust, the bond is released to a rental occupier once a rental owner and property manager are satisfied the property has been returned...
28 May, 2024 | Latest
Houses with lovely exteriors can sell faster, lift moods and convey a warm welcome. Here’s how to boost your street view. Even if you are not planning to sell your home in the near future, a fresh and welcoming exterior is a wonderful thing to come home to each...
11 Apr, 2024 | Latest
Why do we name things? Giving something a name personalises it, transforming it from an interchangeable item into a distinct entity with its own character and significance, often carrying emotional weight. How are streets in a town named? Quite often street names are...
9 Apr, 2024 | Latest
Renting a property comes with its set of responsibilities, and one crucial aspect is maintaining the rental space. While property maintenance is typically the Rental Provider’s duty, Renters play a pivotal role in ensuring the property remains in good condition...
29 Mar, 2023 | "Sell Safe" Guarantee, Buying, Community, Latest, Selling
Find an agent you can trust. If you don’t trust the agent, don’t hire the agent. A major ingredient in any relationship, business or personal, is trust. There are two types of trust when selecting your real estate agent. Affective trust: This is your gut instinct – in...
15 Dec, 2022 | Latest, Selling
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...
10 Aug, 2022 | Community, Latest, Selling
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...
21 Mar, 2022 | Buying, Latest, Selling
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...
20 Jan, 2022 | Latest, Selling
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...
2 Dec, 2021 | Community, Latest
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...
29 Jun, 2021 | Community, Latest
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...
7 Oct, 2020 | Buying
…harmonise with the surrounding landscape… Here at Wilsons Warrnambool & District Real Estate, we are delighted to present to the marketplace one of, if not the finest, properties in town – an absolute central seaside masterpiece. The design and...
22 Jun, 2020 | Community
Article by Cheryl McKenna, office manager and licensed estate agent. Is there anything more uplifting than to see than your dog, in amongst a group of other pooches all running flat out happily around the dog park? Or the lone Border Collie who chases the ball, being...
18 Jun, 2020 | Buying
Wilsons Warrnambool & District Real Estate are excited to present to the market thirteen quality townhouses to be sold off the plan and built immediately by Mark Conlan’s @Select Homes. This development is in a prime location at 93-97 Nicholson Street, a...
17 Jun, 2020 | Latest, Selling, Videos
Check out the wonderful renovation that Michelle and Gary completed on their house in Warrnambool, and hear from a delighted vendor, very pleased with the sale, which happened within a few days of going to market, with roughly 15 inspections, 7-8 offers, and a sale...
17 Jun, 2020 | Buying, Community
Article by Cheryl McKenna – Office Manager, and licensed estate agent. HomeBuilder Program The HomeBuilder program is a time-limited grant program to help the residential construction market to bounce back from the Coronavirus crisis. But before we get into that...
17 Jun, 2020 | Buying, Community
Article by Cheryl McKenna – Office manager, licensed estate agent – and now we can add – real estate blogger! Back in my day, credit was something you needed to make a call on your mobile, or a score that my friends got at uni. And having multiple...
14 Jun, 2020 | Community
Article by Cheryl McKenna – Office Manager, and licensed estate agent. Ahhh, there is nothing better than mowing your back lawn, then your front lawn, then having to get the mower through the front gate and mow the nature strip – said no person ever! Especially...
14 Jun, 2020 | Buying, Community
Article by Cheryl McKenna – Office Manager, and licensed estate agent. North, south, east, west? Which aspect is the best? In many a real estate write up you will read “boasting a northerly aspect”, but what does this mean, and why is a northerly aspect so...
10 Jun, 2020 | Community
Article by Rhianna Amos – Sales Agent at Wilsons This year, amid the current pandemic, I needed a challenge. Not just any old challenge, something that would also make a difference. A cause that I was passionate about. Coincidently the next week I was asked to...
2 Jun, 2020 | Selling
Article by Lucas Wilson In what may come as a big surprise, the month of May, 2020 – 3 months since the covid-19 pandemic began here – saw the highest number of buyer enquiries into the Wilsons office since before 2016, when we started recording their...
2 Jun, 2020 | Buying
Article by Emilee Bezzina – sales agent – Wilsons Warrnambool & District Real Estate Working in real estate we often get asked if purchasers are better off with a mortgage broker or if they should directly see their bank, some may also shop around...
27 May, 2020 | Buying, Selling
Welcome to our series of articles addressing answers to frequently asked questions by home buyers, in particular first home buyers. You may have heard people mention a property’s “section 32”, otherwise known as the “vendor statement”, or...
25 May, 2020 | Selling
If you are like most sellers, the thought of selling your home can be daunting. Selling your home is not usually something you do more than once or twice in your life. So how do you know what to expect or more importantly how to sell for the highest price? When it...
21 May, 2020 | Buying, Selling
Commentary by Lucas Wilson. Scour the media any day at present and you don’t have to look far to find extremely pessimistic property market price forecasts due to the current climate and subsequent economic factors. I’m no economist, however an important...
12 Feb, 2020 | Community
The 2020 Warrnambool Relay For Life was another amazing event – enjoyable; inspiring; emotional; exhausting. Thank you and congratulations to the organisers, to our team of Wilsons Walkers, and to our family members and friends who joined us. A huge thank you to...
5 Feb, 2020 | Selling
Hear from Marino, all the way from Iraq to Terang, and now happily SOLD and on his way to Geelong!
4 Feb, 2020 | Community
The Wilsons Warrnambool Walkers team will be back again this year at the Relay for Life event fundraising for the Cancer Council – a cause close to almost everybody’s hearts. It really is a special event, held at the Warrnambool Deakin University Oval on...
3 Dec, 2019 | Community
It was great to get involved with RSL Active, a local program supporting veterans and their families with opening and promoting connections, re-integrating, and staying mentally and physically healthy. Hear a little bit about it from Adam Kent, after selling a...
31 Oct, 2019 | Selling, Videos
Hear how Ben made an “easy decision” to choose Wilsons, and was happily sold within a week, at his asking price. If you’d like to be happily sold like Ben, phone us any time on (03) 5561 2777.
17 Sep, 2019 | Community
Dennington’s Day Out is hosted by St John’s Primary School. 2019 is the eighth year of DDO and it is growing every year, with an expected attendance of 3000-plus eager DDO-attendees. The event encourages community partnerships with a large range of clubs and...
12 Sep, 2019 | Community
The Crystal Lee Foundation’s objective is to provide little acts of kindness to our families, filling some of the little things that were once small, that become overwhelmingly enormous when facing the end of your child’s life. We can’t move mountains or change...
29 Aug, 2019 | Latest, Selling
8 Elements that will make your Real Estate Sale a Smart Sale The Smart Sale Strategy is clever as it is an integrated system, it is not a slapped together collection of dysfunctional parts. When planning for your SMART SALE various elements need to be considered in...
22 Aug, 2019 | Community
Written by Lucas Wilson Tragically, unexpectedly, and suddenly (in relative terms – there was 2 weeks notice that meant everything), my sister Sally’s beautiful little 99-days-young baby Lucia was recently taken away from this earth and became an angel....
22 Aug, 2019 | Buying, Latest, Selling, Videos
Hear from Narelle and Ben about why they chose Wilsons and how they finished $25,000 ahead of what they were thinking they would, thanking Wilsons for going “above and beyond”. Thank you guys for jumping behind the iphone camera without notice! Thank you...
1 Aug, 2019 | Buying, Community
Are you looking to purchase your first home but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. That’s why South West Credit has teamed up with a range of experts to hold a First Home Buyer Information Session on Wednesday 7th August, 2019. The event will cover everything...
5 Jul, 2019 | Selling
Article by Peter O’Malley – author of “Inside Real Estate” (For a free copy of the book – contact us) In a rising market, vendors can over-price with minimal risks in doing so. However, in a normal or falling market, overpricing...
23 Jun, 2019 | Community, Renting, Selling
If you’re thinking of selling, OR have a property to lease, you can help us help our community! Portable x-ray machines (also known as image intensifiers) are used by orthopaedic and reconstruction surgeons to ensure good placement of plates and screws when...
19 Jun, 2019 | Buying, Selling
The real estate market is not a single entity. It consists of millions of people making individual decisions based on their personal needs and opinions. Current real estate trends vary widely from state to state, city to city and even suburb to suburb, making the...
16 May, 2019 | Buying, Selling
Many people assume property investors are rich and carefree. This is far from true. Most residential property investors are simply striving to create a better future for themselves and their families. They own one property – or possibly two – and rent it out in the...
6 May, 2019 | Community
Warrnambool’s Mother’s day Classic is on this Sunday again at Pertobe Road, and as part of our support, the Wilsons team will be bringing down 100 red roses to GIVE AWAY for participating mums! Get involved in a great cause, great fun, and some good...
14 Apr, 2019 | Latest, Selling
We love hearing from our clients after their transaction is complete. Client feedback gives us a chance to look for opportunities to improve on our service, as well as recognising aspects we are doing right. Our business is a people business more so than a house...
9 Apr, 2019 | Buying, Community, Latest, Selling
We’d like to shout you dinner to the tune of $150! Valid any time with no end date, if you refer someone to us who is thinking of selling – and they list their property for sale with us, we’ll give you a $150 dinner voucher for a restaurant in the...
24 Mar, 2019 | Selling, Videos
When a house doesn’t sell after a prolonged campaign, there is a natural tendency for the seller to look to other avenues for success. The first port of call is often to change the real estate agent. But is the grass always greener on the other side? Some lazy,...
22 Mar, 2019 | Buying, Selling
Competition increases value. Agents know it, and they use it to achieve a better price. That’s their job after all. What is harrowing as a buyer is trying to work out the legitimacy of the agents often made claim that “there is another buyer”. As a buyer, if you...
22 Feb, 2019 | Community
Do you have what it takes to be successful in real estate? Are you results-focused? Do you have a passion for people and building long-term relationships? Are you motivated to reach and exceed your potential? If you can confidently answer YES to the above...
22 Feb, 2019 | Buying
If you’re enthusiastic about moving day, you represent a minority of the population. Even if you’re upgrading from an old to new home, small to big, many days will be spent packing up your belongings and setting up in your new home. Here are some tips to ensure that...
13 Feb, 2019 | Selling
A plethora of websites and home-valuing apps have popped up in recent times offering free valuations. Typically, there are two types of valuations offered online: the automatic algorithm or the referral to a real estate agent (some offer both). All major, and many...
31 Jan, 2019 | Community
Friday 8th Feb from 6:30pm overnight to Saturday 9th Feb 1:00pm sees the annual Warrnambool chapter of Relay for Life, a community fundraising challenge raising vital funds for cancer patients. The team from Wilsons Warrnambool & District Real Estate will be...
23 Jan, 2019 | Buying, Selling
Often, in Real Estate, things are made much more complicated than they need to be. Complex sales procedures, confusing pricing strategies, restrictive inspection arrangements, secretive negotiation processes, etc, etc, etc… From an agent’s...
10 Jan, 2019 | Buying, Selling
Would you be interested in purchasing a residential investment property in a great country town with an outstanding (we’re talking potentially double-digit percentage) rental return? Thanks to our proven record of proactively getting results and looking after...
12 Dec, 2018 | Selling
The following article was written by Sydney author and agent, Peter O’Malley. As such, it is targeted to audiences experiencing the current declining market conditions in Sydney, which is mirrored by what is happening in Melbourne and many surrounding property...
6 Dec, 2018 | Selling
When sitting down with sellers for the first time I generally ask a few questions about their past selling experiences, whether they be a recent unsuccessful campaign, or a previous selling experience. The biggest complaint that my anecdotal evidence suggests, is not...
29 Nov, 2018 | Buying, Selling
A dangerous trend has emerged in real estate advertising with privacy and price implications. Too much personal information is being revealed during marketing campaigns. Circumstances such as divorce or illness are often featured in advertisements as agents try to use...
22 Nov, 2018 | Community
Here at Wilsons Warrnambool & District Real Estate, we love involving ourselves in, promoting, and supporting local and community events, features, information, charities and causes. Feel free to bring these to our attention at any time so we can continue to do...
15 Nov, 2018 | Selling
Before employing an agent to market and sell your home, ensure you are clear about what you expect in an agent. Real estate agents often spruik their clearance rates or their profile in the marketplace. The true determinant of a good agent is their ability to deliver...
1 Nov, 2018 | Selling
Establishing a realistic market price can be fraught with danger. The intentionally inflated price quoted by an agent is the most common. It is the improbable lie or the lie by omission. Other dangers that are not so obvious include well-meaning neighbours and...
19 Sep, 2018 | Selling
When asked to price a property, a real estate agent has the opportunity to impress the owner and obtain a listing. Listings are the lifeblood of any real estate career. The two most common lies in the real estate industry involve the estimate price quoted to potential...
16 Sep, 2018 | Buying, Selling
A quick little drive up Mortlake’s main street recently highlights a few of the successful sales in the popular township with plenty happening at the moment. Call us to find out more!
14 Sep, 2018 | Buying, Community, Renting
VICTORIAN tenants will officially be able to make minor modifications to their rental homes and own pets without landlord consent after new laws passed parliament last week. The reforms — which also include the introduction of “basic standards” and limit rent rises to...
6 Sep, 2018 | Selling
Give your property that extra sales appeal. You rarely need to spend thousands of dollars to make your home attractive. Buyers are attracted by the appearance of your property and, when they inspect it, they are influenced by its atmosphere. The right appearance...
30 Aug, 2018 | Buying, Selling
Is a building and pest inspection that important? Is it necessary to have a property inspected by a professional when buying and how much does it cost? For most people, buying a home or an investment property is the biggest investment they will ever make.Yet many...
22 Aug, 2018 | Community
The first week of September, from Sunday 2nd to Saturday 8th is National Legacy Week. The Warrnambool Legacy Club looks after over 300 war widows in the local area, without any government funding. Badge day is Friday September 7th, so be on the lookout around town...
17 Aug, 2018 | Buying, Community
As we have the pleasure of presenting to the marketplace for sale this fine property (read on) only 9 kilometres out of Port Fairy on 26 acres with one of its entire boundaries fronting the Moyne River, we decided to take the opportunity to share with you some...
9 Aug, 2018 | Selling
It seems simple doesn’t it? You’re thinking of selling, and you decide to get a couple of agents out to give you a “quote”. But real estate agents aren’t tradesmen, the so-called “quote” of the value of your house is merely...
2 Aug, 2018 | Selling
We love the online reviews from our clients after a sale, and this recent one from Robert up in Hexham is no exception! How do you sell an 164 year old pile of bluestone with 8 bedrooms and renovations halted because of unplanned health issues and attendant cash flow...
2 Aug, 2018 | Selling
Andrew Trim, 3-time Olympic Games representative for kayaking, including a silver medal at Sydney 2000, author of Real Estate Dangers And How To Avoid Them, and director of the Johnson Real Estate Group, takes a minute to explain why it might be a good idea to...
26 Jul, 2018 | Community
Growing up as kids in Warrnambool, we really did take for granted just how good “The Adventure Playground” at Lake Pertobe was/is. I remember when cousins or family friends from Melbourne or Geelong or anywhere else would visit and be blown away with just...
12 Jul, 2018 | Community
Just recently, looking for somewhere to take the kids and dogs for a Sunday drive with a walk and some fresh air on the school holidays, thinking we might explore somewhere we’ve never been before, I did a quick search on my trusty and highly recommended app...
4 Jul, 2018 | Buying, Selling
Bait pricing hurts both sellers and buyers, and despite recent legislation changes aimed at preventing the practice, it is still rampant. Just as AFL coaches find ways to manipulate rule changes for their own benefit, real estate agents find ways around the new...
25 Jun, 2018 | Buying
We asked Iris a few questions about her buying experience with Wilsons, always looking for feedback to help improve our service. We believe that what customers say about a company’s service, means a lot more than what the company says about itself. 1: “How did...
25 Jun, 2018 | Selling
Good, bad, or indifferent, we always seek out our clients’ opinions after a transaction in order to constantly improve our service by continuing doing what works, and making improvements and adjustments where required. Trent sold his property with Wilsons, and...
19 Jun, 2018 | Buying, Selling, Videos
The favourite part of our job – when two delighted customers, seller and buyer, come together to enjoy the process of a home being transferred from one to another – both happy with the outcome, this being a sale at the highest possible price for the...
