A striking gateway at the front of your home will not only enhance security but could boost your home value by up to 5% when the time comes to sell. Buyers see a gateway as a premium feature if it adds to the attraction of the home and ensures the safety of your vehicles. There…
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Are flickering lights anything to worry about? It’s one of those occasional annoyances in the home that many owners will tend to ignore. But is that the smart thing to do? The simple answer is, no. A flickering light can be the result of a voltage fluctuation from your local transformer that’s outside of your…
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It’s very possible you’ve started to see more “For Sale” signs go up around our local suburbs in the strongest signal the property market is beginning to regain its momentum. Average sale prices increased 1.3% in the 12 weeks to the end of May as buyers double-down on their search now that interest rates have…
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Preparing your home for a winter sale can be the critical factor in whether you’re able to maximise the value of your property. In warmer months, you can get away with ignoring poor insulation and underpowered heating. However, winter tends to focus buyers’ minds on the ability of the home to cope with the elements.…
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With summer finally here, we’re about to begin our annual vigil against pests that are determined to claim squatting rights in our cupboards, the cracks in the tile grout and anywhere else they can find shelter. When preparing your home for sale, the last thing you want any buyer to see is a line of…
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When preparing your home for sale, one element that can undermine your efforts and ambitions of a successful sale is dated furniture. Buyers are definitely focused on the core elements of your home – such as available space, the number of bedrooms and location – but they can be distracted. Clutter, bold color schemes, worn…
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The warmer days of summer lighten the heart but also promise one of two challenges for your home maintenance, especially if you’re preparing to sell in the current, re-emerging market. Summer storms are always a risk, and you should certainly consider clearing out your gutters and downspouts to make sure any big rains don’t overflow…
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Now summer has finally arrived, it’s a wonderful time to start enjoying your garden. For those of you who are selling your homes this summer, you’ll find buyers will pay more attention to the front and back yards than at any other time of the year. So, it’s critical to look after your plants so…
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An intriguing article has been published on the popular real estate website Realtor.com, claiming mortgage lenders are checking the social media profiles of prospective clients. It says lenders are seeking out information on the professional side of your life, trying to substantiate your work history and make a judgment on your track record as an…
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The nation’s ability to build more homes has become one of the most hotly-contested issues in Australian politics. While the new Labor Government has made several high-profile promises on housing, most relate to helping Australians buy their first homes. Underpinning Labor’s pledges, however, is the nation’s capacity to build more homes to meet demand. Our…
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