It’s always fun to know which colours are the most fashionable when you decide it’s time to decorate. Whether you’ve just bought a new home and want to put your stamp on it, or you’re preparing to sell your home, having a contemporary colour scheme gives your home a modern look and feel. So before…
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Worries about the amount of work involved or a fear of making bad design choices often makes many homeowners too anxious to take on large-scale projects that can improve your lifestyle and add value to your property. Updating a kitchen is one of those projects with a lot at stake. This is where the family…
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Buying real estate for the first time can feel quite intimidating – you’ve got to deal with sellers and their agents, rival buyers, banks and lawyers. And it’s not always clear what role each of them plays in the process. However, as a home buyer, you do have access to many professionals who can help…
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With summer in full swing, now is a great time to give your garden some love, making the most of longer days and to help it to recover from the hotter days. A fabulous garden not only lifts the spirits and can provide a cool oasis from hot summer days but is a wonderful asset…
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You can never take chances with bushfires, especially if you live in areas that enjoy our wonderful flora and fauna. The bushfires that ravaged Australia two years ago will live in the memory, and we certainly want to do our best to ensure we’re never caught up in such an inferno again. For homeowners who…
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After the record temperatures of past years, it feels like the approach of La Nina – the cooler and wetter weather system – for the whole of the Southern Hemisphere is excellent news. But La Nina might be a challenge if your roof isn’t up to scratch. Leaks that crack and stain the ceiling can…
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Downsizing is often seen as the ultimate way to resolve money concerns, reduce responsibilities and begin a new chapter in your life. It’s a good strategy for anyone facing a financial hardship that needs a short-term fix, but most people downsize as they enter their later years to make life easier for themselves. The family…
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Investing in your own home has never been more rewarding as the property market continues to enjoy one of its most significant boom periods. Countless ways to maximise the value of your home exist, but there are few better than installing a modern kitchen. If you’re thinking of selling, this is a great strategy to…
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For garden-loving homeowners, crisp, cold winter days means it’s still possible to tick some gardening chores off your list before the children in the street start building snowmen. Your garden is an important feature of your home and contributes significantly to its value. A beautifully kept garden will always reward a homeowner when it’s time…
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When it’s time to decorate, choosing the right colors for your home can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you’ve just moved into a new property or are preparing to sell, a well-chosen color scheme can give your home a fresh, modern look and feel. Before you start painting, it’s helpful to consider current color…
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