One of the Margaret River favourite wine family names is joining the team at Stocker Preston Cowaramup.

Christo Edwards started the Edwards family winery some 18 years ago with his winemaker brother, Mike, and the family team has since produced some of the finest drops in the region.

A qualified horticulturalist and experienced vitaculturalist, there’s not much Christo doesn’t know about the rural landscape.  So it seemed natural for him to take an interest in the lay of the land.

“There’s no doubt I love my wine, but what most people don’t know is that I’ve also carried a keen interest in property for over a decade,” Christo said.

“The time just seemed right to delve into the property industry and learn the ropes for when the better times hit us.”

Stocker Preston Director Rod Duggan approached Christo to join the team.

“Christo brings a thorough awareness of almost every property in the Cowaramup area,” he said.

“He and wife, Fiona, are well known to locals and keen to expand their connections through work in the property field.”

Christo believes the current conditions are a perfect time to make a start in the industry, as he’ll be more than prepared for when the market turns.

For more information visit www.stockerpreston.com.au or call him on 9755 5123 or 0427 004 084.

Steve Harry has done an excellent job.  We greatly appreciate his efforts and help.  We would recommend STEVE & STOCKER PRESTON to anyone looking to buy in the south west. P CALLAGHAN

There is little doubt that the Reserve Bank needs to reduce interest rates to stimulate the economy and lift the level of confidence in buyers.

As reported, the Australian economy is in good shape generally to withstand the overseas outcomes and the West Australian economy has a very strong outlook.  In the meantime a drop in the cash rate of 0.5% at the next meeting of the Reserve Bank
on the 4th October would give relief to existing mortgage holders and indicate to buyers that interest rates are not going anywhere but down in the short term.

1.) 3 THINGS I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT…  My wife, car & phone

2.) FAVOURITE BAR/RESTAURANT…     Hungry Hollow

3.) FAVOURITE TRAVEL DESTINATION…         Burswood Casino

4.) WHAT MAKES A HOUSE A HOME… Happy Families

5.) MY FAVOURITE PLACE DOWNSOUTH IS…            Bunbury Area

6.) ON THE WEEKENDS YOU’LL FIND ME…     At home opens

7.) MY FRIDGE IS ALWAYS FULL OF…   Soda Water

8.) I INDULGE IN…  Maccas McFlurrys

9.) I’M LISTENING TO…      The Races

10.) NUMBER ONE TIP IN BUYING/SELLING A HOME…        Choose the right Sales Rep

ROSS SORGIOVANNI

Great service, not pushy, hard working real person. Good bloke also good back up by others in the office. G MCARTHUR

How do you ensure that your property has the best chance to sell in the current market?

1)    Your price must be competitive and preferably lower than other similar properties on the market – if not, buyers will not even put your property on the “to look” list.

2)    Do everything possible to present your property at its best, eg de-clutter, keep lawns and gardens trimmed, re-paint where necessary etc. Make sure your property presents buyers with pleasure, not problems.

3)    Meet or talk regularly with your Agent and react quickly to feedback from buyers and/or new competitors on the market.

4)    Remember – your best chance to sell is in the first 30 days when your property is fresh on the market.

5)    Seriously consider all reasonable offers – statistics show that 60% of all sellers who sold in the last 12 months had previously refused a higher offer.

It has been a delight working with Larisa who displays professionalism and enthusiasm towards her work beyond expectations.  It is always great to deal with a person of honesty and integrity. MS P HANDRECK

Here is a great tip for tenants from our Property Management Department on cleaning oven racks.

Put a sheet of alfoil shiny side up in the laundry trough, add ½ a cup of Napisan or something similar, put all racks on top. Cover with boiling water and leave for ½ an hour or longer. Pull the racks out and all the built up grime should wipe off easily. There is a chemical reaction between the alfoil & Napisan, the alfoil goes grey & brittle.