You hardly have to blink before you realise that summer has almost gone and it’s time to start thinking about preparing your garden for autumn. A wonderful, relaxing garden is a tremendous asset for your home, and it’s one of the features that potential buyers will love most when the time comes to sell the…
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Whether you’re maintaining your home or finding yourself in a rush to ready your property for sale, there are a few cleaning best practices that will always serve you well. The miraculous qualities of vinegar is often cited as an ideal cleaning solution, but did you know there are situations where it should never be…
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Spring housing market activity was subdued across Aotearoa New Zealand according to the latest data and insights from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ). Buyers remained hesitant as rising interest rates, access to finance and concerns around the economy continued to create uncertainty in the market. Nationally, the number of residential sales dropped…
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The residential property market has continued its downward trajectory with the latest data showing the worst drop in values in more than 15 years. Based on figures from January to November, values are now 10.2% lower, or $107,747 less in real dollar terms, than at the start of 2022. The average home value now sits…
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Now the hordes have gone and left you with happy Holiday memories and plenty of cleaning to do, it’s an ideal time to prepare your home for the coming year. Whether you now have a clothing surplus thanks to Santa, or the kids’ toy box is spilling over, there’ll be a few tasks to complete…
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Spending so much time with the family under one roof often focuses thoughts on the good, bad and ugly of your home. Perhaps you’ve noticed how everyone loves the open fireplace but been frustrated at the kitchen congestion at meal times. As an experienced agent, I’ve worked with lots of clients who concluded their homes…
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As we enter 2023, many folks will be thinking about their New Year’s resolutions with lots of promises about losing weight, drinking less and getting fit. This year, let’s change it up. Why not invest that effort into looking after your most important financial asset: your home? Keeping a sustainable maintenance schedule will add value…
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The holidays are not just a wonderful time for celebration. They also allow you to reflect upon life and consider what you want to achieve in 2023. New Year’s resolutions don’t just have to involve changing habits. They can also be tangible goals that you can tick off your list in the next 12 months. …
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We all love the spirit of giving over the Holidays but if your credit card has taken a hit, you may need some budget busters for the New Year. Did you know that if you focus on your property-related expenses, you can save a ton of money over 12 months? This will help you pay…
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A beautiful wooden floor can be a major selling point in a home: it’s one feature that 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, to add value…
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