Author: Kylie Davis

Five ways to prepare for a building inspection

Selling a home always produces excitement and tension – and that’s only natural. Your property is probably your most significant financial asset, and you want to maximise its value. There are periods of great anticipation when prospective buyers walk through your home and imagine themselves living there. But sometimes these moments might get a little…
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7 tips that will help you love urban life

After the peace and quiet of suburbia or the countryside, the hum of the city can be exciting and full of surprises.  As an agent with experience selling urban property, I can confidently say that I have clients who’d never dream of moving from the city. Its pulsating energy just can’t be replaced by the…
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Five lessons in the art of downsizing

Is life feeling chaotic, packed with responsibilities for maintaining possessions that you don’t really want or value any more? It’s not an unusual feeling, especially among those who are beginning to think seriously about downsizing their home and creating a simpler life as they get older.  As an experienced neighborhood agent, I’ve worked with many…
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7 actions to sell in warmer weather

If you’re thinking of putting your home on the market, the warmer weather can be an excellent time to take action. Property markets can fluctuate, and when conditions are favorable for sellers, it’s wise to consider your options. Market conditions can be influenced by various factors, including economic trends, interest rates, and local supply and…
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Eight tips for buying an older apartment

Older apartments are attracting a lot of buyer attention because they offer more floor space and character than many modern buildings. The trade-off is that sometimes you have to deal with floorplans, fittings and design quirks that architects dropped 20-plus years ago. It is fascinating to compare the streamlined approach of modern apartments with the…
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Professional tips for painting a ceiling

It’s common for a home to pick up a few scrapes and scratches over the years as part of the wear and tear of home life. Walls accumulate chips and knocks while ceilings can attract stains from leaks fixed long ago, smoke stains from log fires and even insects squished in panic. If you own…
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Eight reasons why apartments are better than houses

Apartment living offers the mixture of a hassle-free lifestyle, convenience and security that ownership of a house cannot match. Buying an apartment is also comparatively cheaper because it does not come with any land. An apartment is a great entry point into the property market. Many older Americans eventually turn away from houses once the…
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7 remodeling mistakes to avoid before selling

A plan to remodel is an excellent approach if you want to sell your home and maximize its value – but beware of falling into the traps that could cost more than they earn.  A significant influencing factor that owners often forget when preparing for sale is the preferences of buyers need to rule –…
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Nine essential checks for your Christmas lights

With Christmas just around the corner, maybe you’re one of those enthusiasts who love to put up lights and share the yuletide spirit. Beautiful Christmas lights bring something truly special to the neighbourhood. But to ensure your Christmas celebrations are safe – while also spectacular – here are some tips. Wishing you, your family and…
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To renovate or to move, that is the question

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 add”. This is an exhausting realisation – especially if you’re working and taking care of a family at the same time – and it may…
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