With so many stores and websites offering budget-buy home décor offerings, it’s easy and cheap to give your space a lovely uplift. By thinking in simple and basic terms, a mini-renovation can have surprisingly dramatic results. New tapware Changing tapware is not necessarily an easy job but if it is already damaged or old, a…
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Termites cause more devastation to Australian properties than fires, floods and other natural disasters combined. These blind, hidden, “silent destroyers” infest around one in every five Australian houses, with around 130,000-180,000 properties damaged every year. And unfortunately, as of 2001, home insurance doesn’t cover such destruction as it is classed as a preventable insect problem.…
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While most garages are used for cars, storage and tools, there’s no need to keep these items crammed together in a messy and dirty array. Better yet, garages can be completely transformed into a home office, gym, hobby room, teenage retreat or guest room. Homeowners happy to stick with a thorough reorganisation of their garage…
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Gardening grows people’s outdoor imagination, creativity and joy as few other hobbies can. Better yet, both homeowners and renters who have never tried gardening before can succeed at this pastime with experience not always required for success. Green Thumb Lesson #1 Don’t be crushed by failures as even the wisest gardeners have them. Just like…
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A dream home can quickly become a nightmare if you have to cope with noisy, insensitive neighbours. Whether it’s late-night parties or barking dogs, there is literally no getting away from this issue. These tips may help you find a way to resolve your differences. Talk to difficult neighbours first Although it may be awkward…
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Smoke alarms have been mandatory in Australian residential homes since around 1995, and there is good reason for this. These critical early warning detectors can help residents and their pets stay safe from fire 24/7. Yet while smoke alarms are one of the most important inclusions in a home, they’re easily forgotten or ignored when…
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Are you thinking of building a small granny flat or stand-alone studio in your backyard? Part of the fun is coming up with some great interior design looks once the construction is completed. The trick is to consider its purpose first, followed by budget, size and accessibility. And you don’t have to spend big to…
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Another summer is over but for homeowners who live in flood-prone areas, now is a great time to consider how to protect your property for next season. Don’t forget the garden will also need protecting, so green thumbs start thinking about how to guard the greenery from dreaded downpours. Preparation is everything when it comes…
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Interior designers are your key source of ideas and advice when organising a property renovation. They will examine spatial issues, recommend design and building improvements and work closely with your architect and other tradespeople. They should have a good understanding of building regulations and may also have access to trade discounts. Interior designers can provide…
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Investors will be heartened by the Reserve Bank of Australia’s recent decision to end its rate rise program and maintain the 4.65% cash rate. It gives investors and landlords breathing space to consider the continuing strength of the property market and whether the expansion of their portfolios will reap greater rewards. A recent report by…
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