Gazing into a crystal ball is a fraught exercise at the best of times, but many buyers and sellers are anxious to know how the property market might behave once we’re through the worst of the coronavirus crisis. To find that answer, you need to look at the price levels immediately before and during this…
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If the walls are closing in and your incarcerated kids have convinced you it’s time to sell up and find a bigger home, then the time to act is now. As we are seeing with the easing of restrictions across Australia, the lockdown won’t last forever. And it always takes a few months to prepare…
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Why Winter Energy Bills Matter A winter power bill reveals more than just a month’s expenses — it shows how a home performs during one of the most demanding times of the year. Across the region, colder temperatures, shorter days and increased time spent indoors mean electricity use often rises through winter. Heating, hot water…
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Why Winter Energy Bills Matter A winter energy bill reveals more than a monthly cost — it captures a home during one of its hardest-working periods. Across the country, heating demand increases during winter, particularly in the cooler southern states and inland regions, while shorter days also mean greater lighting use. Heating and cooling together…
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Late winter isn’t the time for major renovations—it’s the perfect opportunity to make sure the parts of your home you rely on every day are ready for the months ahead. By August, your heating has been working hard, winter rain and storms may have revealed maintenance issues, and spring growth is just around the corner.…
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Late winter isn’t about tackling a long list of renovations—it’s about making sure the systems you rely on every day are ready for the warmer months ahead. By August, your heating has worked hard through winter, recent rain and storms may have exposed weak spots around the home, and spring growth is just around the…
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Why Late Winter Is the Right Time to Renovate Late winter is when a home’s weak spots become impossible to ignore. Muddy gumboots pile up by the door, kitchens work harder as families spend more time indoors, and bathrooms are at their busiest. A cold bedroom, a roof that leaks during heavy rain, or a…
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Why Late Winter Is the Right Time to Renovate Late winter is when a home’s weak spots become impossible to ignore. Muddy boots pile up by the door, kitchens work harder as families spend more time indoors, and bathrooms often see their busiest part of the year. A chilly bedroom, a leaky roof after winter…
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Why This Type of Property Deserves a Closer Look A short-term holiday rental can seem like the best of both worlds: a place to enjoy for your own holidays while earning income when you’re not using it. But combining lifestyle and investment means these properties deserve more careful evaluation than a typical holiday home or…
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Why This Type of Property Deserves a Closer Look A short-term holiday rental can seem like the best of both worlds: a place to enjoy for your own holidays while generating income when you’re not using it. But combining lifestyle and investment means these properties deserve more careful evaluation than a typical holiday home or…
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Why This Decision Matters Moving into a bigger home can solve real problems: an extra bedroom for a growing family, a dedicated home office, more storage, a larger section, or simply a layout that better suits the way your household lives. But upsizing isn’t just about qualifying for a bigger mortgage. The real question is…
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Why This Decision Matters Moving into a bigger home can solve real problems: an extra bedroom for a growing family, a dedicated home office, more storage, a larger backyard, or simply a layout that better suits the way your household lives. But upsizing isn’t just about qualifying for a larger home loan. The real question…
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