Author: Kylie Davis

What does a turn-key provider offer an investor?

When you’re an investor in real estate, it’s always good to know your options. If you’ve got the opportunity to expand your portfolio of properties, you may be attracted to the promises of so-called “turn-key providers”. These companies buy or build properties, prepare them for the rental market, and then sell them on to willing…
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Six ways to tell if your bathroom needs an upgrade

It doesn’t matter whether you’re preparing to sell, or you’ve just bought a new home, there’s never a wrong time to upgrade a deteriorating bathroom. A great-looking bathroom will add value and enjoyment to your home, but the job must be done right. It must be sealed to prevent leaks that can undermine the surrounding…
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5 ways for first-time buyers to be money smart

Selling a home to first-time buyers is one of the great pleasures of my job as a local real estate agent. You help to send them on their way into a new and exciting life with a property that they can finally call their own.  Of course, homeownership comes with responsibilities, not least of which…
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Remodel or move out? Eight ways to decide

Have you ever taken a moment to look at your to-do list of jobs around the home and thought, “every time I complete one task, there are two more to do”? This is an exhausting realisation and a sign that perhaps it’s time to look at an extensive remodel of your home, or to sell…
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Five winter-warming tips to save you money

One of the key considerations when buying a new home is to appreciate how much it will cost to keep it running. While many of us would love to live in a castle, who’d want the heating bill? All homes cost money to maintain and keep in good order on top of their purchase costs.…
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Ten essential tasks to tick off when you move in

It’s a wonderful feeling when the real estate agent drops the keys of your dream home – into your hands. You know the ink is dry on the contract, the weeks or even months of searching are over, and you can begin a fresh chapter in your life. As you step inside, you’re swept up…
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Loan options to help you with a fixer-upper

If I asked you to describe a remodeling project for your home, I’d guess that you might offer one of two visions. The first might be a beautiful open-planning living area with a huge TV on one side of the space and a gleaming kitchen on the other. A second might be a home cloaked…
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Nine essential checks for your holiday lights

The holidays are just around the corner, and maybe you’re one of those folks who love to put up lights and share the holiday spirit. If so, good for you! Goodness knows, we could do with some colorful celebrations after the year we’ve all had, and beautiful Christmas lights bring something truly special to the…
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7 great facts about floating floors

Some terms in the construction game confuse homeowners and “floating floors” is one of them.  A floating floor is one that doesn’t need nails to fix it to the subfloor or joists. (It doesn’t actually float!) Usually, a floating floor can be installed in a day or two and is a cheaper solution than traditional…
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Eight top tips to sell in warm weather

Nothing lures property buyers into the market like the sunshine.  Most homeowners know the market sparks up once Winter is over and they’re keen to catch the wave of positive sentiment.  The warm sunshine will highlight the positives of your home but can expose issues  if you’re not fully prepared. Here’s our guide to getting…
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