Author: Kylie Davis

5 buyer tips for making a pre-auction offer

If you’ve found your perfect home but it’s destined for auction, don’t be afraid to make an offer straight away. Before doing so, you should be confident you know the home’s value based on your extensive research. Ask the sales agent for their process in handling multiple bids before an auction because you need to…
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Covid creates a kitchen renovation boom

If you’re one of the many homeowners wondering whether to capitalise on the current property price boom, you’ll probably be weighing the benefits of maximising your property’s value with a renovation. You wouldn’t be the only one. In these Covid-times, home renovation has risen 5% this year with an average spend of $21,000. Most of…
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9 mistakes to avoid with a new kitchen

No room carries more influence with a buyer than the kitchen because it’s where the family gathers and many memories are made. The kitchen can represent up to 20% of the entire value of a property, so it’s important to make sure it is both functional and attractive.  With this in mind, I’ve compiled a…
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11 tips to save on the running costs of your home

Maintaining your home should be a mix of love and diligence that sometimes requires a little TLC from your bank account. Staying on top of the chores around your property is key to ensuring it remains comfortable and a refuge from the trials that life throws at us. But it doesn’t take much for the…
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6 signs that tell you it’s time to downsize

It can be challenging to know the right time to downsize your home. It can be a very emotional experience. The family home is full of memories of raising a family and sending young adults out into the world. So, it’s understandable that couples moving towards retirement are reluctant to leave behind the sanctuary that…
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9 ways to avoid a house fire

A fire in your home can happen at any time of the year, but with colder months upon us it’s easy to see how the danger increases with the setting of wood-burning heaters and the use of candles to create a cozy atmosphere. Most fires start in the kitchen and are caused by neglect. You…
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8 step guide to hiring a plumber

As a homeowner, you’ll inevitably have to call in a contractor to deal with electricity or plumbing problems at some stage. It’s one of the ‘pleasures’ of owning property! Choosing the right contractor can feel a little overwhelming. But it is always important that you take swift action to remedy problems, or even ask a…
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10 home cleaning tips you’ll only get from the experts

When it comes to home maintenance, there are lots of tricks of the trade that our property management team know all about. And it turns out that professional cleaners take a slightly different approach to home maintenance and cleaning than the rest of us.  Below we have pulled together some hints and tips for cleaning…
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How agents decide how much your home will sell for

The moment a real estate agent offers a prospective price for your property is filled with both anticipation and anxiety. Most owners have pretty firmly held views of their own on what they think their property is worth. But the rubber really hits the road when agents give their expert assessments.  Agents use a mixture…
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11 mistakes to avoid in a new kitchen

Redesigning your kitchen is an exciting project, but it is easy to make mistakes along the way.  A successful kitchen renovation combines aesthetic design with practical application. Get it right and you can add significant value to your home, while also increasing your enjoyment of your property.  Below is a list of the issues that…
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