Competing to buy a property at auction can be nerve-wracking. Your performance is there for everyone to judge, and you can see all the other people gathered who are trying to win the property, too. It can get intense. Of course, this tension creates an environment where the property will find its market value and…
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With 2022 promising to consolidate and grow the value of your property even further after a record-breaking 2021, it’s tempting to seriously consider your real estate options. An increasing number of properties are likely to go onto the market over the next 12 months, and this will give you a better opportunity to upgrade. If…
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Most homeowners will admit to making a few mistakes during a renovation. These projects can be complex, and it’s easy to miss opportunities such as making the kitchen a little larger or spending too much or too little on fittings. As experienced local agents, we hear many renovation stories. Most of my clients are thrilled…
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The kitchen is one of the most challenging parts of a home to remodel. You want to create a smooth workflow, where the family can cook together, eat and have fun. The most successful kitchen remodels begin with a plan that embraces your lifestyle, storage needs and cooking habits. If you get it right and…
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If you’ve got toddlers and young children, you need to be confident your new home is child-friendly and safe for your kids. Risks with swimming pools and spas are well-known, but danger can also lurk in the kitchen, bathroom and at the top of the stairs, and being proactive can ensure you are safe rather…
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The garage is often the dumping ground for sporting equipment, hardware, gardening tools, old furniture and anything in the house that can’t find a spot anywhere else. When it comes to sale time, a cluttered garage can pose a challenge for owners but it is worth taking on to maximize the feeling of size and…
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The decision to downsize is usually emotional, demanding you not only say goodbye to the family home that holds so many memories but that you let go of possessions that no longer have a place in your life. Downsizing remains an important option for those who are approaching semi or full retirement. Once the kids…
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Good design costs money, but bad design is more expensive. That’s the mantra of architects who help remodel homes for owners who want to revitalise their existing property or have just bought a fixer-upper. As an experienced local agent, I’d observe that wonderful home design can add tens of thousands of dollars in value to…
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Cleaning can feel more like a full-time occupation than a chore if your family members – especially teenagers – glide through life dumping dirty dishes in the sink, leaving used glasses on the countertop and never emptying the bin in their bedroom. You don’t have to be house-proud to understand that a home quickly gets…
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Street appeal is one of the most important aspects of any campaign to sell a home. A failure to make a good first impression creates an invisible barrier with every prospective buyer. Even in a seller’s market, it’s important to make a favorable impact as it helps you simultaneously compete with similar homes in the…
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