Labor’s promised home affordability policies will be in the spotlight during the first 100 days of the new Albanese Government as thousands of first-time buyers hope to break into the property market. A centrepiece of Labor’s victorious election campaign was its Help to Buy scheme – a $329 million initiative to take equity stakes of…
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ceiling or discovering a puddle under the kitchen sink with no explanation. These are classic signs of plumbing or seepage problems, which occur from time to time with every property. It is important to check out every feature of a home before you purchase and you should always have a professional inspect the electrical wiring…
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The kitchen is one of the most challenging parts of a home to remodel. You want to create a smooth workflow, where the family can cook together, eat and have fun. The most successful kitchen remodels begin with a plan that embraces your lifestyle, storage needs and cooking habits. If you get it right and…
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The decision to downsize is usually emotional, demanding you not only say goodbye to the family home that holds so many memories but that you let go of possessions that no longer have a place in your life. Downsizing remains an important option for those who are approaching semi or full retirement. Once the kids…
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If you’re a parent with adult children who’ve successfully launched, statistics show you’re among the most likely demographic to contemplate selling your home. As an experienced local agent, I’ve worked with many couples seeking to downsize, maintaining an excellent lifestyle while reducing the obligations of owning a large family home, which let’s face it, can…
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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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It’s a myth of real estate that selling in the fall is a bad idea. That’s not my experience as an agent in our neighborhood. Many of my clients have had wonderful outcomes from campaigns that began in the fall with deals completing just a few weeks later. So, why do people erroneously believe they…
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Real estate agents can be so passionate about the need to create a great first impression when selling your home that you might be forgiven for feeling a little pressure. Our passion is not misplaced, however – curb appeal has a direct impact on the number of buyers your property will attract and strongly influence…
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A fire in your home can happen at any time of the year, but with winter upon us, the danger increases with the setting of wood-burning heaters and the use of candles to create a cozy atmosphere. Most fires start in the kitchen and are caused by neglect. You set something on the stove and…
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