Very quickly, it’s become a confusing time for first-time buyers who’ve set their hearts on owning a property and have been saving diligently, possibly for years, to make their dream come true. Changing interest rates have made the mortgage and refinancing landscape a moveable feast. If you’ve never had to figure out how the impact…
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If you’re in the mood for a renovation that improves your work-life balance, there are few better options than creating a home office. Since the pandemic, there has been an increase in buyer interest in a dedicated work area for homes and apartments. This desire is especially strong among professional couples and young families whose…
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There’s a moment when you’re in the market for a property that you must decide it’s time to stop looking and to start buying. Many people find this part of their search the most confrontational. But it can be easily avoided by researching the availability of your target style of property in your preferred suburbs.…
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You need two essential skills when buying a property: the ability to recognise the home of your dreams when you see it and, to stay within budget. If you believe that’s pretty straightforward, think again. Too many buyers enter the market without finance in place or clarity around what they want to buy. The idea…
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Picturing the best way to use space or match colours is not a skill that we all possess. Starting with a blank canvas can be intimidating, especially if you’re about to spend cash on new furniture and fittings. The ideal solution is to hire an interior designer. Their engagement might add a little more to…
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Renovating your bathroom is one of the best ways to increase the value of your property. Together with the kitchen, it is the hottest item for prospective buyers and right at the top of most-wanted lists. If you’re thinking of selling your property, then installing a modern bathroom is one of the best ways to…
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When deciding to sell your home, there’s usually a moment when you admit to yourself that some improvements are needed, or it’ll cost you a pretty dollar when the time comes to negotiate or put your property under the auctioneer’s gavel. It’s important to focus on your potential return on investment before deciding to undertake…
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Owners sell their homes for all sorts of reasons, in the good and bad times. Sadly, it’s not uncommon for a property to go on the market because of a divorce, relationship breakdown or death. If you’re in a position where you’re going to be an interested party in a forced sale, then it’s essential…
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It’s exciting yet testing times if you’re in the market and seeking your first home. Your radar will be finely tuned for price reductions while watching the interest rate picture. The old cliché about swings and roundabouts comes to mind in this situation. What you may lose in higher mortgage payments, you’ll likely gain in…
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Buying your first property is an unforgettable experience – and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make to set yourself on the path of wealth creation. And if you’ve achieved this goal during the current economic times, you’ve done incredibly well – Congratulations! As an experienced agency in your area, we know that…
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