With summer giving way to increasingly shorter days and cooler evenings, don’t put your porch and deck into hibernation but give them a facelift so that they remain great entertainment areas during the fall. This is an especially good idea if you’re thinking of selling your property in the next few months. A few smart…
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Buyers place a higher premium on a kitchen than they do for any other room, so, it’s no surprise owners are willing to invest in this area to maximize the value of their property ahead of a sale. Designing a great kitchen requires planning and precision because buyers will quickly notice poor quality upgrades. But…
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Are you thinking of selling your home but dreading the idea of renovating and breathing cement dust to entice a top-dollar deal with a buyer? Well, don’t despair! There are more ways to improve your home and maximize its value than calling in builders to rip out a bathroom or build a new kitchen. First…
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One of the most common questions real estate agents get asked is why Spring is the best time of year to sell. Spring brings out the buyers. The days are warmer and longer, and there’s always a sense of renewal and optimism, and this year with such a tough time of lockdowns, it’s expected to…
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Every homeowner has a theory about what their property is worth – it’s a universal truth largely based on local media headlines, a smattering of online ads, a chat with friends and a personal assessment of the market mood. And when the good times roll, as they are right now, it’s fun to think how…
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Whether you’re about to sell your home or renovate, there are few better low-budget ways to add some sparkle than a fresh coat of paint. It’s common to break out the brushes before putting a property on the market because a good paint job hides the bumps and scratches that walls and window and door…
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Home styling is constantly borrowing inspiration from other cultures. If you’re in an area where potential buyers might appreciate the ancient wisdom of feng shui, it might be profitable to pay homage to the art when preparing your home for sale. While there is a unique philosophy rather than science underpinning feng shui, many of…
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We’re approaching the most popular selling period on the calendar, and a fabulous spring garden can do wonders for homes that are about to go on the market. A great-looking garden will make a fabulous first impression with prospective buyers and capitalise on the positive attitude and outlook that springtime always inspires. It’s essential to…
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Buyers love a beautiful garden, but many run for the hills once they figure out how much work it takes to keep one in great shape. A wonderful garden turns heads but ultimately attracts only those buyers who find pleasure from working in the backyard. As local agents, we’ve worked with clients who have explicitly…
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Choosing the right time to sell and find a new home is often an emotionally driven decision supported by the realities of financial circumstances and your life stage. Many homeowners will often delay their decision to avoid spending precious leisure time looking for a property or confront the work and stress of buying and selling.…
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