The gift shopping is done, the menu is set and dates for all the family gatherings have been locked in. With so many things to do over the festive season, it’s easy to overlook some behind-the-scenes tasks around the home that can make life a lot easier once completed. Here are a few dishwasher cleaning…
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Hanging a gift stocking on the mantelpiece of a real log fireplace is more common than most folks realise. The Census Bureau reports 44% of newly-built houses include an open fireplace, providing cozy winter nights and festive seasons you’ll never forget. So, make sure you are ready for these upcoming Holidays by doing a chimney…
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Decorating our homes for the festive season is a highlight of the year for many of us, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for family and friends. But finding the right Christmas tree and most suitable decorations can be challenging if you’re in a small apartment or house. It’s a little deflating to buy the…
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At the end of a challenging year, many homeowners will be looking forward to kicking back and enjoying this Christmas and the summer holidays. One of the great ways to celebrate the festive season is to hang lights in your front yard, brightening the summer evenings not just for yourself but neighbours and passers-by, too.…
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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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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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If you’ve been searching without success for your new home, good news may be just around the corner. That’s because the Christmas and New Year holiday period is an excellent time to buy. Most buyers leave the market when summer holidays beckon, leaving only the serious players to seek out the best deals. If you…
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The pressures of 2021 have been intense, and the challenge of putting your home on the market while borders were shut and much of the country strained under lockdown has been too great for many. Yet, as Australians emerge socially and economically from the stresses of Covid-19, homeowners will find there’s rarely been a better…
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