With Melbourne offering genuine value relative to other capitals and the family home sitting in an increasingly attractive tax position, it’s no surprise that expat enquiry has been picking up. Uncertain times have a way of drawing people home.
But buying a family home from overseas – or immediately upon return – is a very different exercise from a standard purchase. The planning, the timing and the priorities all shift.
In this episode, Jarrod walks through the key considerations for expats looking to return to Melbourne and buy well.
- Why your old map of Melbourne may no longer apply after years away
- How to plan the timeline around accommodation, finance and schooling
- Getting the property brief right so you don’t outgrow the home within a few years
- The options for buying remotely versus waiting until you’re settled