Category: General

Solving the summer fruit fly problem

Are you getting bugged by all those pesky fruit flies and gnats that are hanging around your kitchen this summer? For folks who’ve worked hard to prepare their home for the sale, they’re being driven to distraction by these pests hanging around fruit bowls in the kitchen and dining room. They’re horrified at the thought…
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Tips on decorating your first home

Planning how to furnish your apartment is one of the most exciting aspects of buying your first home. The wonderful achievement of climbing onto the property ladder is often accompanied by an exhilarating feeling of independence: you can finally live your life in your way. As an experienced agent in our neighborhood, I’ve worked with…
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Five deadly sins of a DIY bathroom remodel

Maximizing the value of your home should be the top priority of every owner once they’ve decided it’s time to sell. Your home is likely your greatest financial asset, and you should do everything within reason to achieve an outstanding sales result that will set you up for the next chapter in your life. As…
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Throw some shade in time to party this summer

It’s wonderful to have a garden or courtyard that’s a suntrap, but during the hottest days of summer the furnace of direct sunlight can get a little much. If that’s your challenge this summer as you entertain family, friends and neighbors, then perhaps you should throw a little shade, in a good way! It will…
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How to swing and hit the property curveball

Some are calling it the property market curveball that no one saw coming: war in Ukraine, 40-year-high inflation and the Federal Reserve pushing interest rates north to stop an overheating economy. No matter how you look at it, the property market is beginning to swing back from its record-breaking growth for houses, condos and apartments.…
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Eights ways to rein in your runaway power bill

If you’ve been shocked at the increase in the cost of gas and electricity lately, you’re not alone.  Utility prices are on the march along with fuel and food, all of which are feeding an inflation rate that has prompted the Reserve Bank of Australia to hike its target cash rate to 0.85% and increase…
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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. The rising price of materials for construction and the availability of labour have combined to push the cost of renovation, maintenance and replacement much higher.  Leading industry researcher CoreLogic says construction costs…
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Unpacking rising property prices

The real estate market can often behave in ways that seem counterintuitive, with property prices sometimes rising even in the face of changing economic conditions. This phenomenon can affect both potential buyers and sellers, making it crucial to understand the underlying factors. For homeowners, comprehending market dynamics is essential for managing what is often their…
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Colorful plants for time-poor gardeners

Sassing your curb appeal is a great strategy when selling your home. An awesome first impression is a slam dunk for any owner determined to get top dollar. With summer moving into full swing, there’s no better introduction to your home than a front yard packed with the color of flowers and shrubs. As an…
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Ingredients to create a new kitchen

If you’re looking to remodel your kitchen, then you’ll need to include at least five essential ingredients. Few areas of the home are the subject of so much change in fashion as a kitchen.  It’s pretty tough to keep up with designers who are now moving from open shelving back to ceiling-high cabinets to capitalize…
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