Author: Kylie Davis

Tips for keeping potted plants healthy

Planter pots are a versatile and fun addition to any garden, particularly in spring. By choosing the right type of pot and following a few simple tips for keeping your plants healthy, you can create a beautiful and thriving garden that will be the envy of your neighborhood. Follow these Top 5 Tips to get…
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Seven ways to survive a full-scale renovation

Renovation has become a hallmark of the current property scene as owners maximise potential value before selling, and new buyers seek to improve their new homes. We bring you some strategies to help you and your family through the renovation process: Don’t work from home If the noise doesn’t get you, the frequent tea breaks…
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Five ideas to ease mortgage pain

Fluctuations can significantly impact the housing market and personal finances, giving homeowners good reason to periodically evaluate their mortgage situation. Regardless of the specific economic climate, it’s wise for homeowners to regularly assess their mortgage terms and overall financial position. Factors such as changes in personal income, shifts in the real estate market, or alterations…
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Garden tips now spring is in the air

At last, spring is here! And the long-awaited arrival of milder days and the appearance of buds on the bushes and trees means it’s time to get to work in the garden. If you’re considering selling your home this spring or summer, it’s a great idea to break out the tools and put in a…
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Overcoming challenges that can crash a deal

When a market transitions, you have to work a little harder to negotiate successfully. That’s true for both the seller and the buyer because you’ve got to find common ground if there’s to be a deal.  If you find yourself in a tough negotiation, it can be helpful to understand why some real estate deals…
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Mistakes to avoid when renovating your bathroom

Maximising the value of your home is likely to be a priority if you have decided it’s time to sell. If you’re a reasonable exponent of DIY, you might want to make some cosmetic improvements to your home. Just use a little caution with the bigger jobs, such as fixing up a bathroom. These are…
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Five strategies an agent may suggest for you

When buying a new home, you’re likely to receive advice from your agent on sales trends in your target neighborhoods and how a deal might be negotiated with a particular buyer. Check out these examples of common advice, so you can decide how you might respond.  Creating tension Many agents leverage neighborhood listings when negotiating…
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Buyers spoilt for choice in current market

Property market insights released in March by realestate.co.nz suggest the number of properties for sale in February was up 25% on the previous 12 months. The 29,000 homes on the market was the highest figure since 2015.  While this is great news for buyers, owners have responded to the conditions by delaying their decision to…
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Immigration recovery likely to impact property market

The first signs of a turn in fortunes for the property market are starting to appear, giving hope that values might begin to recover this year. National immigration numbers have quickly reversed their negative trends, which will positively impact demand within the real estate market.  From losing 16,000 people a year in the Covid aftermath,…
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Back to basics – tips for buying and selling real estate

Deciding whether to sell your existing home before buying a new one or buying now and selling later can depend on your individual circumstances, financial situation, and the current state of the real estate market.  Here are some tips and tricks to look out for if you are thinking of buying or selling: Do your…
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