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Buying Off-the-Plan

By Raptis on Apr 21, 2023 1:36:09 PM

Buying off-the-plan is when you sign a contract to buy a property that is either unbuilt or in the process of being built. In Australia, the term buying off-the-plan is most used when referring to apartments and townhouses, although applies equally to off-the-plan houses or ‘spec homes’.

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First look at Raptis' Chelsea Avenue development at Broadbeach

By Raptis on May 11, 2022 5:00:16 PM

Raptis has lodged its latest apartment project plan with Gold Coast City Council. Full story in Urban.com.au by Joel Robinson. 

Topics: Owner Occupier Investor Local News Downsizer Broadbeach

Raptis secures Chelsea Avenue site for future development

By Raptis on May 11, 2022 4:43:01 PM

Raptis recently secured a development site in the sought-after suburb of Broadbeach for an upcoming development. Full article at Urban.com.au by Joel Robinson.

Topics: Owner Occupier Investor Local News Broadbeach
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Benefits of Apartment Living

By Raptis on Sep 22, 2021 4:19:35 PM

The debate over apartment versus house living is a long-standing one, with more and more people realising the benefits of living in an apartment. Once you look at the pros and cons, you may discover the overwhelming pros that apartment living can offer you.

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Super Penthouse

By Raptis on Jul 30, 2021 3:22:10 PM

A 700sq m super-penthouse will be the crowning glory of a new $160 million tower called Pearl being constructed in Main Beach by longstanding Gold Coast developer Raptis.

Full article by realestate.com.au
Written by Lisa Hughes

Topics: Owner Occupier Main Beach
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Main Beach Overview

By Raptis on Jun 10, 2021 10:04:07 AM

With its golden beaches and pristine parks, it’s no surprise Main Beach is one of the most popular suburbs to live in on the Gold Coast. Spanning approximately 3.1 square kilometres, at its heart is the bustling Tedder Ave precinct with boutique shopping, fine dining and casual eateries. Whatever your tastebuds desire - from spicy Indian, oriental Thai or flavoursome Italian - it’s waiting for you here (to dine in or take away!)

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The Story Behind Main Beach

By Raptis on Jun 10, 2021 10:03:49 AM

If ever there was a suburb which needed no introduction, it's Main Beach. And not just because it quite literally explains itself in its title – it's also because it's a seaside hamlet which has been beloved by locals and visitors alike since the glittering Gold Coast first came into its own. Main Beach History goes back to 1925 when lands were auctioned to construct holiday houses. 

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Bank Property Valuation vs Market Value

By Raptis on Jan 14, 2021 9:57:07 AM

A property can have two different valuations, market valuation and bank valuation.

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Home Loans

By Raptis on Dec 18, 2020 4:34:00 PM

Buying a property is exciting but not many people can afford to pay for a property with cash. Applying for a home loan helps many Australians get one step closer to achieve their dreams of being a home owner.

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What are Genuine Savings?

By Raptis on Dec 18, 2020 4:28:14 PM

Have you applied for a home loan and the lender asked for the history of your Genuine Savings, and you wondered what it all means?

Topics: First time home buyer Owner Occupier Investor