Selecting the right security system for your home can be a challenge, given the bewildering array of products available in store and online. Follow these tips to create your own list of priorities so you don’t overspend or buy a solution that doesn’t make you feel safer. Avoid confrontation Let’s highlight the most crucial recommendation…
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With home prices challenging many Australians in recent years, the real estate market is seeing an emerging demand for properties that offer multi-generational living. The recent rounds of interest rate rises to fight the post-Covid spike in inflation have also set many families thinking of how to accommodate three generations: the young, those of working…
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For many of us Antipodeans, Halloween is essentially an American celebration that has captured the imagination of our kids over the past couple of decades. The global tradition continues to gain traction, with 300,000 more Australians this year planning to celebrate on October 31. Research from the Australian Retailers Association in collaboration with Roy Morgan…
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One expense associated with putting your property up for sale is the marketing cost. Required to attract potential buyers to your home, it’s the most essential part of the process if you want to maximise your sale price. When selecting an agent to sell your home, you should be confident they know exactly what they’re…
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When planning to buy your first home, you must demonstrate to your lender the ability to save money and continue the financial discipline that will see your loan repayments made regularly. First-home buyers should be aware of these eight pitfalls which may undermine a lender’s confidence in the ability to make payments promptly. Large deposits…
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There’s never a bad time to sell a property that’s in a great condition and priced right, but spring and summer definitely warm the hearts and attitudes of buyers. One of the wonderful aspects of selling your home in summer is that buyers can enjoy your garden in all its colourful glory. An important part…
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Landscaping a perfect garden can add thousands of dollars to your home value and give you enormous pleasure. The sanctuary of a beautiful garden is priceless for some homeowners, but it can cost a pretty penny if you have to start from scratch. Multiple visits to a garden centre can seriously damage the bank account.…
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If you’re one of thousands of homeowners who’ve just come off a fixed-rate deal with their bank, you may wonder whether entering into a similar agreement is a good idea. Lenders are using attractive fixed-rate deals to compete for customers, both first-time buyers and existing homeowners, but is the time right to enter into such…
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Pressures of daily life often mean we’re always rushing from one task to another, trying to cram as much as possible into our day. And when you move into a new home, or you’re preparing to put your property on the market, it’s tempting to skate over important issues or try a few DIY jobs…
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Installing fake security cameras at the front of your home to deter thieves and burglars may offer a certain peace of mind, but it doesn’t actually cost very much to use proper equipment. Buyers see a professionally installed alarm system or camera set-up as an asset while bars on windows and doors can be off-putting.…
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