If your Christmas meal plans are lacking inspiration, or the thought of stuffing yet another turkey isn’t doing it for you, perhaps consider using native ingredients this year to spice up your Yuletide feast. There are many readily-available indigenous herbs and spices that will make your Christmas meal a talking point with family and friends,…
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With 2023 fast approaching, it’s that time of year when we consider our New Year’s resolutions, or whether we should bother at all having failed countless times before! If you’re one of the many who pledged, but never bothered to: lose weight, go jogging in your lunch hour or stop smoking, then we’ve got a…
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As we approach the end of 2022 and look at national property market trends, it’s fair to say caution is the prevailing emotion. The euphoria in which owners enjoyed double-digit value gains for two successive years has been tempered by rising interest rates and break-out inflation. Owners have pressed pause on plans to sell while…
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Preparing your home to be on the market in the weeks before Christmas often raises questions of around Holiday decorations. While it’s fun to have a home that’s primed for Santa on the market, it’s also important to remember not to overwhelm prospective buyers with too much sparkle and tinsel. Remember that you want prospective…
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For many owners preparing to put their property on the market in 2023, this will be the last Holidays in their current home: so let’s make it a festive season to remember. As an experienced agent in your neighborhood, I know some families can get emotional about moving house. The memories created in the home…
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Welcoming extended family and friends into your home is an exciting part of the festive season – and one you can enjoy even if your house or apartment is on the small side. Being the perfect host takes a lot of planning. But, if space is at a premium, you’ll be amazed at how much…
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Recent mortgage increases have seen many homeowners delay their plans to sell, which means we now have a shortage of stock in the neighborhood. So if you are still thinking about selling, a move this winter could be a good idea as there are currently less properties on the market that you’ll compete with which…
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If the onset of winter has caught you out, you’re probably wondering how you can quickly prepare your home for the cold weather so there are no expensive problems down the track. Getting a few jobs ticked off your list now will help you avoid some common maintenance problems. Tips for preparing your home for…
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We never appreciate the value of our home more than when we are surrounded by family. And Thanksgiving is the most special occasion when our families come together. No matter how many folks are coming to your home this year, hosting is a responsibility we all take seriously. You’ll want your home looking perfect and…
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Fall often presents unique opportunities in the real estate market. As the busy summer season winds down, buyers may find themselves in a favorable position. Here are six reasons why fall can be an excellent time to search for a new home or re-enter the market after initial setbacks: Changing Inventory Fall often sees new…
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