The team at Removalists Sydney provided Sydney Moving Guide the content for this post. Your rights as a tenant when renting in New South Wales. For many people, moving to Australia is the ultimate dream. Those migrating from overseas will want to make finding a place to live their top priority. Due to the high […]
What All Newcomers Need to Know About Real Estate in Sydney
Have you started your apartment search in Sydney yet? It's very competitive. Make sure you're prepared. Click here for posts with apartment searching tips & advice for newcomers to Sydney.
Sydney is made up of 52 suburbs. Trying to find the suburb that is the best fit for you and your family can be overwhelming. Click here for a guide to Sydney's Suburbs.
Are you moving to Sydney with pets? Finding a rental with not be easy for you. Sorry but it's better to know beforehand. Click here for more info on finding pet-friendly rentals in Sydney.
Below are All the Real Estate Related Posts on Sydney Moving Guide.
House vs Apartment Living in Sydney
The team at Network Infinity provided Sydney Moving Guide the content for this post. Not too long ago, living in a house was the ultimate Australian dream. Apartments were usually for university students, singles or just anyone who could not afford a house. The weight of your pocket mattered. Things have changed though. Apartment style […]
5 Tips for Finding a Rental in Sydney Without a Tenant History
The team at Kathryn Hall Real Estate provided Sydney Moving Guide the content for this post. What you need to know about Sydney’s competitive rental market. When I arrived in Sydney back in 1988, I was looking for a rental apartment in Neutral Bay. Real estate agents happily drove me around, showing all the suitable […]
Breakdown of Rents in Sydney by Neighborhood
Is Sydney really that expensive? Just how expensive is expensive? I get asked this question a lot from people all over the world. The high cost of living in Sydney is usually a deal breaker for expats wanting to make the move to Australia. (For more info about daily living expenses in Sydney click here.) […]
What to Expect When Getting a Home Loan in Sydney as an Expatriate
The team at Savvy provided Sydney Moving Guide the content for this post. Those who marvel at the harbours and beaches of Sydney from countries far away wouldn’t be considered daft if they tried to live there one day. Sydney is one of the most beautiful cities in the world – which also makes it […]
What You Need to Know About Selling Your Home in Australia
The team at RateMyAgent provided Sydney Moving Guide the content for this post. There comes a time when some of us are faced with the prospect of selling our homes. No matter the reason for selling, preparing your home for sale is a lengthy process that requires extensive planning and many important decisions to be […]
Basics for Buying a House in Australia
The team at Homesales provided Sydney Moving Guide the content for this post. Now that you’re ready to buy a house, what are your next steps? Buying a home is a significant financial decision, especially for expats. But with Australia being one of the best countries to live, it may just be the logical thing […]
Save Time Searching for a Toddler-Friendly Apartments in Sydney
I’ve got another great guest post to share with you today from an American expat family living in Sydney. John and Erin’s blog is Living EZ where they have a free, printable inspection checklist for parents looking for toddler-friendly apartments in Sydney. Definitely worth getting before you start going to inspections. Alright, I’ll now turn […]
One Thing Every Pet Owner Must Have When Looking for an Apartment in Sydney
Finding an apartment in Sydney is hard with the competitive rental market. Finding an apartment in Sydney that is pet-friendly is going to seem impossible but don’t worry, many SMG readers have and so will you. There is one thing that every pet owner needs to have to tip the scale in their favour: a […]
9 Tips for Finding a Permanent Rental in Sydney
Today’s Question Well we finally did it – we are in Sydney! Been here two weeks already and loving it for the most part. Having a tough time finding a permanent place with two kids age 10 and 8. Ideally, we want a house with a yard but now looking far out from CBD like […]
Furnishing Your First Apartment in Sydney on a Budget
Doesn’t matter if you decide to ship your household to Australia or arrive with just a suitcase, after finding your first apartment in Sydney you will need to, at the very least, buy the basics to set up house. But how do you do this on a budget? Today’s Email We are now in Sydney […]
What’s the Best Neighborhood in Sydney for Pets?
Are you moving to Sydney with your dog? If so, then today’s Mailbox Monday post is for you. It’s all about where in Sydney to live if you own a dog. I also have a post on pet friendly rentals that you will want to check out. Today’s Email Hi Lauren, I too, am moving […]
Where to Live in Sydney with a One Year Old That is Close to the City for Commuting
Best Sydney suburbs for expats with small children that are close to Central Station. “What neighbourhood in Sydney should we live?” has to be the single most common question I get. It’s also one of the hardest questions to answer because, well for one, Sydney is a large city with many different neighbourhoods. But also, […]
Is Two Weeks Long Enough for a 457 Visa Holder to Find an Apartment in Sydney?
Most expats moving to Sydney on a 457 visa only have two weeks to find an apartment. In fact, I have yet to hear of someone who moved to Australia on a 457 visa that had more than two weeks in a hotel, paid for by the sponsoring company. Today’s Email I have been granted […]
Five Reasons Why You Need Contents Insurance in Australia
This is a sponsored guest post, even so I think it’s is very relative to everyone moving to Australia as it about something that many don’t have, renter’s insurance or, as they say in Australia, content insurance. If you are interested in contributing to SMG please read through my terms and conditions. Are You Going […]
How to Stay in Sydney After Graduating from University
Today’s Mailbox Monday Question is from a student planning on moving to Australia for school but she wants to stay in Sydney after her studies are done. Today’s Question: I plan on doing a study abroad in July at the University of Sydney and I have no plans of returning to the states afterwards. I […]
Infographic of Rents in Sydney by Suburb
How much is your rent going to be in Sydney? Your rent in Sydney is, most certainly, going to be your largest living expenses. This infographic is a follow up to the post on the Cost of Living in Sydney: Rents in Sydney. I made the infographic for those following me on Pinterest and for […]
How Expats Secure a Mortgage in Sydney on a Temporary Visa
This is a sponsored guest post. If you are interested in contributing to SMG please read through my terms and conditions. There’s been a great deal of debate on mortgage rates in Australia of late. Let’s face it, when isn’t there? It can be argued that there’s still a lot of misunderstand and a general […]
A Student’s Guide to Finding a Place to Stay in Sydney
This is a guest post from Ana Gusso. Ana works in Education Marketing focusing on international students and has assisted countless people to pursue their dreams overseas. Ana has graciously agreed to write about one of the most commonly asked questions I get from students moving to Sydney for school. “Where can I afford to […]
Where to Live in Sydney as a Student & Switching from a Student Visa to a 457 Visa
This week’s Mailbox Monday post is from someone moving to Sydney to study at the University of Sydney. Today’s Question: I plan on doing a study abroad in July at the University of Sydney and I have no plans of returning to the states afterwards. I will be done with school after my studies at […]
Pet Friendly Rentals in Sydney
Are You Moving to Sydney with Your Cat or Dog? This week’s Mailbox Monday post is about finding Pet-Friendly Rentals in Sydney. Today’s Question: My husband has already relocated to Sydney and has been chatting with his co-workers about rental properties. He was surprised to learn that it will be very difficult to find a […]
Tips on How to Secure Your Ideal Sydney Rental
This is a sponsored guest post. If you are interested in contributing to SMG please read through my terms and conditions. Renting in Sydney Renting an apartment can be difficult, especially after looking through pages and pages of real estate websites. Here are some tips on how to secure your perfect apartment rental in Sydney. […]
This One Tip Will Help You Find an Apartment in Sydney Faster
Finding an Apartment in Sydney Without Knowing the City When we arrived in Sydney we had no idea where to begin looking for an apartment. In fact, I didn’t even realize that rentals are listed by weekly rent, not monthly. Imagine my shock when that $650 per month was really $650 per week. Whole new […]
The Best Tip for Finding an Apartment in Sydney
Once you are familiar with the different suburbs of Sydney and have given your budget some thought, do a few searches on Domain.com.au to see what’s available. After a couple of searches you will start to recognise different rental agencies like LJ Hooker and Raine & Horne. Perhaps you have even seen the same real […]