No buyer is the same – each one has their own priorities and preferences as they walk through the front door of your house or apartment. Their idea of perfect living will always align to their lifestyle. So, no matter how much effort you put into preparing your home for sale, the majority of buyers…
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Is it time for a makeover in the main bedroom of your home? Has the space ever felt like an oasis of tranquility? Or maybe it’s stressing you out because it’s so dull. Bedroom makeovers can be simple and quick so long as you have a vision. A successful plan will transform your bedroom into…
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If you’re thinking about listing your property this year, forget the purely decorative touches and a neatly trimmed garden that you’ve been told will win over buyers. The housing market appears to be undergoing a seismic shift, and the new currency of home value is efficiency. This year, buyers will be increasingly focused on their…
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If you spend even a small amount of time following politics, you’ll no doubt have noticed the hundreds of ideas and schemes that continue to emerge from the White House. Some stick, some disappear and others come around for a second go. The recent proposal to consider 50-year mortgages created conversation in the real estate…
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For aspiring first-home buyers, it’s not enough to have your savings schedule for a down payment under control. You also need to show prospective lenders a record of managing your money and repaying debts. And that means your credit score is critical. It will not only influence a lender when they consider your loan application,…
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Choosing the right floor for your home is an important decision because it sets the tone for design and comfort. Most of us make this type of decision so few times in our lives, it’s difficult to be confident we’re making the right selection without lots of research and advice. Another challenge is that every…
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No buyer is the same – each one has their own priorities and preferences as they walk through the front door of your home or apartment. Their idea of perfect living will always align to their lifestyle. So, no matter how much effort you put into preparing your home for sale, the majority of buyers…
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If you’re an aspiring first-home buyer trying to save for a deposit while renting, this time of year is often an ideal opportunity to re-evaluate your accommodation. With many leases expiring, anecdotal evidence suggests a lot of renters are seeking arrangements that last longer than 12 months to give them stability and rent-cost predictability. It’s…
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As we look towards what promises to be another helter-skelter year for real estate, it’s worth looking back at the previous 12 months to give us context for what might be ahead of us as buyers and sellers of property. The “good and the great” of property forecasting have spent a fair amount of their…
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It’s the summer holidays and a time to relax, but if you’re a DIY enthusiast you know there’s only so much sitting in a deck chair you can do before the urge to break out the toolbox becomes overwhelming. There are countless small chores around the home to dive into with the sun on your…
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