If your Christmas meal plans are lacking inspiration, or the thought of stuffing yet another turkey isn’t doing it for you, perhaps consider using native ingredients this year to spice up your Yuletide feast. There are many readily-available indigenous herbs and spices that will make your Christmas meal a talking point with family and friends,…
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At the end of a challenging year, many homeowners will be looking forward to kicking back and enjoying this Christmas and the summer holidays. One of the great ways to celebrate the festive season is to hang lights in your front yard, brightening the summer evenings not just for yourself but neighbours and passers-by, too.…
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Decorating our homes for the festive season is a highlight of the year for many of us, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for family and friends. But finding the right Christmas tree and most suitable decorations can be challenging if you’re in a small apartment or house. It’s a little deflating to buy the…
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As we approach the end of 2022, many potential home buyers will be wondering how the market will play out over the next 12 months. Nationally, it’s slipped 2.7% over the past year, at an average of $28,000 for each property. But the performance is pretty erratic. Cities such as Auckland (-5.5%) have taken a…
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New Zealand homeowners continue to reap the rewards of investing in real estate, with new figures suggesting almost 95% of sales made in the September quarter were achieved at a profit. The results gathered by researcher CoreLogic are slightly down compared to the previous quarter when 98.1% of residential properties were sold at a profit. …
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If you’re fearful of being left in the cold by selling your home this winter, rest assured you are not alone! Did you know that more than a million homes are bought and sold across America at this time of year? Here are some advantages to a winter sale: Fewer sellers Many owners forget they…
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We never appreciate the value of our home more than when we are surrounded by family. And Thanksgiving is the most special occasion when our families come together. No matter how many folks are coming to your home this year, hosting is a responsibility we all take seriously. You’ll want your home looking perfect and…
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It’s a lot of fun to redecorate if you’re bored with a room or you’ve just bought a new home and want to add some of your personality to it. Sometimes, though, it’s hard to know where to start. Common questions include: “what are the best colors?” And: “how can I best convey my style…
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Fall is a great time to bounce back in the real estate market if you missed out on a dream property last summer. The legion of buyers scouring the market for a new home just a few months ago has thinned out as inflation and fuel prices bite, and mortgage costs rise. The great news…
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A favorite improvement to older kitchens is the installation of an island bench: a modern, fashionable upgrade that can transform the atmosphere of the entire house. Days of working in the kitchen with your back to everyone else will be over. An island bench makes a kitchen more than a space to prepare food. It…
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