Category: General

Fabulous flooring adds an impact

A wooden floor is a major selling point of a home, it’s the foundation of a property’s aesthetic beauty and never fails to impress prospective buyers. Many sellers appreciate the impact of a wooden floor, and they will invest in having it stripped back, sealed and polished, often at the cost of several thousand dollars,…
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Home offices impact real estate market

The evolving nature of work has led to significant changes in how people use their living spaces. As remote and hybrid work arrangements become more common, the demand for home offices has increased, impacting the real estate market. Many homeowners and potential buyers now prioritize dedicated workspace within their homes. This shift is influencing home…
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Three ways to stop being bugged by insects

Are you still swatting away those summer bugs hanging around in your garden and even coming into the kitchen? Perhaps it’s time to do something about that; they can drive you crazy, especially if you love entertaining family, friends and neighbors on a warm summer’s evening. It’s not just flies and gnats that hover around,…
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Jobs you can do before summer is gone

With summer in full swing, it’s a great time to see which projects around the home you can complete before the first chill winds of fall arrive. As a local real estate agent, I don’t advocate that any homeowner spend their entire summer with a hammer and bag of nails – that’s way too boring.…
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How to avoid renovation failures

Buying your first property is an unforgettable experience – and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make to set yourself on the path of wealth creation. And if you’ve achieved this goal during the current economic times, you’ve done incredibly well – Congratulations! As an experienced agency in your area, we know that…
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Reducing utility bills during cold snap

The record rainfall that has hit Australia this year has been accompanied by uncommonly cold weather that has exposed flaws in the insulation of many homes. Utility prices aren’t the only things going through the roof – so is the heat you’ve spent so much to generate to keep you warm. Generally, Australian homes are…
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Tactics to survive mortgage stress

Shop around Lenders always need to win new customers, even in tougher times. Do not discount the fact other institutions will want to win your business. Good deals are often available to those prepared to swap lenders. Simple changes Assess your spending habits. Making cutbacks that won’t destroy your lifestyle may ease the pain. Even…
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Home improvements that don’t cost a fortune

If you want to improve your home but have put the idea on hold because of the increasing cost of living, we have a few ideas to help you; and you don’t have to go crazy at Bunnings or on Gumtree or eBay to make great changes that will lift your spirits. Sometimes, owners become…
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Six mistakes you can avoid as a buyer and seller

Buying and selling a home is not something most people do more than a few times in their lives. It’s easy to make basic errors or assumptions when you’re not used to the real estate market, which has some unique facets. Some behaviours tend to crop up time and again. To help make the transaction…
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Does your insurance stack up to rising building costs?

With inflation capturing many of the headlines at the moment, it’s not a crazy idea to assess the insurance coverage for your home.