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ANZ predicts a cooling of the market at the end of 2021 / Market in a Minute Ep.3

Short, sharp, stats & updates on what’s happening in Adelaide’s property market. Episode 3 – April 2021 Market in a Minute | Episode 3 with…

Adelaide’s hot property market and record high auction interest

South Australia’s property market is experiencing demand not seen for more than a decade, according to OC Managing Director Alex Ouwens. The combined forces of…

Ouwens Casserly’s Top Five Predictions For South Australia’s Hot 2021 Property Market

Managing Director Alex Ouwens shares his top five predictions around the South Australian property market in 2021. The ongoing COVID pandemic did not stop most…

Ouwens Casserly Reflects On A Year Unlike Any Other

Drawing on the positives of a year that taught us all so much, at OC we are moving into 2021 with a new appreciation of…

How To Check In At An Ouwens Casserly Open Home Or Auction

Starting from this week, we are introducing a COVID Safe Check-In procedure at all our opens and auctions, in line with the policy from the…

Ouwens Casserly team members are sharing the dignity this Christmas

Ouwens Casserly Real Estate has well and truly got into the Christmas spirit, donating dozens of personal care and sanitary items to women and girls in need as part of the Share the Dignity program.   Share the Dignity is a national not-for-profit organisation that provides sanitary items to women and girls experiencing period poverty.   The Ouwens Casserly (OC) Community Committee has donated 76 Bags (68 Women’s bags & 8 Mums & Bubs bags) of toiletries, sanitary items and other products as part of Share the Dignity’s It’s In the Bag campaign.   “Our teams throughout South Australia have really got behind this drive, donating all the items needed for the individual bags and absolutely smashing the targets we set for them,” said Sally Johns.

Becoming the best real estate agent in 2021

The real estate sector attracts amazing talent – people who are looking for a fun and challenging career that embrace change and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced environment.   For Alex Ouwens, OC Managing Director and former President of the Real Estate Institute of SA, the real estate industry provides a thrilling, all-encompassing and rewarding opportunity for those people with the passion to help their clients on their property journey, particularly as the State continues to bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic. Thinking of a career in real estate and want to learn from the best in the business? Register now for OC's Careers Night on December 3rd and let us share some insight into what it’s like working at one of the largest and most sought after independent real estate agencies in SA.

A checklist for selling your property

Thinking of selling your property? This time can bring about many emotions from excited, to scared, to nervous and everything in between. The thought of selling your property can be daunting as it comes with numerous decisions and can be complicated to understand in the beginning.  

OC’s Top 5 Tips for Navigating Finance through COVID-19

The process of buying a house can be daunting, even more so during our current climate. Whether you are investing, upgrading/downsizing or a first home buyer, sorting out your finance is a crucial element during the initial phases of property acquisition. Although there is uncertainty, the Adelaide property market has proved to be steady and with the right preparation you can secure that perfect home.

Riding the Wave: Government Stimulus Package Brings Forward Property Demand

The $25,000 HomeBuilder grant is available to eligible buyers and properties, in an effort to stimulate our otherwise cautious property market.

Top Tips for a stand out Rental Application

Renting in the current climate can be a stressful experience. However, with a few tips up your sleeve and some prior planning and preparation it doesn’t have to be. This is where Ouwens Casserly Property Management comes in.

An update on the $15K HomeBuilder Grant for buyers

The Federal Government's HomeBuilder Grant has changed in the new year.  What could this mean for you? If you are in the market to buy, find out everything you need to know about the grant.

What does the $25k Homebuilder Grant mean for buyers?

Announced yesterday, the federal government has unveiled a massive stimulus package to support new home construction across Australia.

How off market properties can benefit your buying or selling journey

Off market sales is a term used in the real estate industry often, but what does it for a buyer or seller? Discover all you need to know about our off market platform and how it can benefit you.

Should I sell my home now?

During these uncertain times a lot of questions are being asked about the right time to sell or if you should be selling at all. The year 2020 has certainly thrown a few curve balls so we have shared Ouwens Casserly's 4 points to consider before putting your home on the market.