Category: Seasonal

Stay warm while reducing your bills

It’s amazing to think winter is already here; just in time for our electricity and gas prices to increase.  Escalating energy costs, plus rising food and fuel bills, suggest there’s never been a better time to adopt a few basic measures to keep your home warm during these cold months. A well-insulated home is highly…
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Turn up the heat outdoors for a winter sale

When you’re preparing to sell your home in winter months, don’t relegate your back garden and entertaining area in favour of improvements indoors. You can make your garden appealing with just a few inexpensive touches that will win over prospective buyers despite the falling mercury. Two favourite improvements are the installation of a pizza oven…
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5 outdoor features every buyer wants as days warm up

If you’re planning to sell your home right now, then you’ve probably got a Spring or Summer sale on your mind. And that’s great news because these times of year are the most popular time for buying property. With America’s real estate market red-hot – and it’s no different in our neighborhood – then you’re…
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7 jobs around the house to complete in Spring

If you can feel a hint of warmth in the air, then you’ll know Spring is upon us and there are a few tasks around the house that should get done now Winter is over. Spring is a great time to undertake those irritating maintenance jobs that may be playing on your mind. It’s the…
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6 economic challenges affecting property right now

There are a lot of events that have impacted Australia’s economy in 2022 – we’ve all seen the cost of living increasing, plus the uncertainty brought about by the prospect of an interest rate hike or the widespread consequences of war in Europe. However, according to Chief Economist at Ray White, Nerida Conisbee, these are…
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Selling now could be perfect timing

Selling your home in early 2022 could be the perfect time to maximise the value of your property and take advantage of record-low interest rates, says the Chief Economist at Ray White, Nerida Conisbee. With demand for property still powering ahead after a stunning 2021, Nerida believes you should act decisively if you’re thinking about…
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5 ways to streamline 2022 with a declutter

With the kids now back at school, we can all take a breath and enjoy the fact we can return to our normal routines, even if they are still being dictated by the pandemic. Your home has no doubt returned to its former self after taking down the Christmas decorations and endlessly picking up shards…
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2022 Colour of the Year embraces nature

It’s always fun to know which colours are the most fashionable when you decide it’s time to decorate. Whether you’ve just bought a new home and want to put your stamp on it, or you’re preparing to sell your home, having a contemporary colour scheme gives your home a modern look and feel. So before…
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7 bloomin’ garden ideas for selling this summer

With summer in full swing, now is a great time to give your garden some love, making the most of longer days and to help it to recover from the hotter days.  A fabulous garden not only lifts the spirits and can provide a cool oasis from hot summer days but is a wonderful asset…
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La Nina is coming so what’s the state of your roof?

After the record temperatures of past years, it feels like the approach of La Nina – the cooler and wetter weather system – for the whole of the Southern Hemisphere is excellent news. But La Nina might be a challenge if your roof isn’t up to scratch. Leaks that crack and stain the ceiling can…
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