Scandi interior design is said to be the most popular in the world, finding a huge following among those who love functional furniture in rooms that are light, airy and free of clutter. White walls, blond wooden floors and minimalist furniture are the foundational elements of the style. Scandinavian style first emerged at the end…
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As your local real estate agent, I have seen just about everything you can imagine in the property business. I’ve built my business on strong sales and a commitment to customer service, but the industry always grapples some common challenges. One of the most vexed issues that I’m asked to explain to a homeowner is…
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The decision to remodel or buy a new home requires research, an assessment of your own personal financial circumstances and, ultimately, a few hard choices. There is no right or wrong to either option. Both come with significant benefits as well as a few downsides. The key influencing factors should be your lifestyle aspirations, personal…
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Marie Kondo and her KonMarie method of decluttering have taken the world by storm. With four books, unprecedented media coverage and a series on Netflix, she’s the queen of tidying up with her own tailored method of folding clothes and guidelines for decluttering every part of your home and life. But let’s be honest, her…
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Buying off-the-plan is a calculated risk. An advantageous price and delayed full payment gets you in the market quickly. If you catch a seller’s market, the apartment will gain in value during the construction phase. You’ll likely make good money for the price of a 10 per cent deposit. Of course, it can go the…
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Moving home can be an expensive undertaking so it’s no surprise why so many people decide to take on this task yourself. You should plan your move like a military operation, making an inventory of your contents and how they should be packed and loaded on to the truck. Depending on the size of the…
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Selling a property doesn’t require the perfect time of the year, when the bees are buzzing, the trees are in bud and the sun stretches the evenings just a little further. Any agent will tell you that spring the most popular season for open houses but that doesn’t make it the best time to sell.…
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With so much emphasis on a tradie-led recovery, it’s an excellent time to consider the benefits of renovating your property before sale. Arguably, the kitchen is the area of the home that influences buyers most. If yours is looking a little worn, then you may consider a small investment to maximise the value of your…
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Once you’ve decided it’s time to sell, it’s only natural to start thinking about how you can get the highest possible price for your home. All sorts of renovation ideas will come to mind, but only some of them will be valued by local buyers and therefore give you a return on your investment. As…
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New apartment blocks are being built in our major cities all the time, and the idea of owning a brand new unit with a swimming pool, gym and underground parking is alluring. For a piece of the action, though, you usually have to buy off-the-plan and then wait for construction to finish before moving in.…
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