After the record temperatures of past years, it feels like the approach of La Nina – the cooler and wetter weather system – for the whole of the Southern Hemisphere is excellent news. But La Nina might be a challenge if your roof isn’t up to scratch. Leaks that crack and stain the ceiling can…
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Downsizing is often seen as the ultimate way to resolve money concerns, reduce responsibilities and begin a new chapter in your life. It’s a good strategy for anyone facing a financial hardship that needs a short-term fix, but most people downsize as they enter their later years to make life easier for themselves. The family…
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Investing in your own home has never been more rewarding as the property market continues to enjoy one of its most significant boom periods. Countless ways to maximise the value of your home exist, but there are few better than installing a modern kitchen. If you’re thinking of selling, this is a great strategy to…
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Just when you stop worrying about the size of your winter heating bill, it’s time to crank up the aircon! Such is life in Australia, but it doesn’t have to be all bad news. New technologies and designs are making it much cheaper and easier to cool an Aussie home in summer. Prospective buyers are…
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With pandemic-induced uncertainty over the past 18 months, it’s been wonderful to see the property sector return to some form of normality with a lockdown-free spring selling season. According to market researcher Proptrack (which is part of Realestate.com.au), new listings in November reached their highest level in a decade and grew 12.1% compared to October…
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Cleaning can feel more like a full-time occupation than a chore if your family members – especially teenagers – glide through life dumping dirty dishes in the sink, leaving used glasses on the countertop and never emptying the bin in their bedroom. You don’t have to be house-proud to understand that a home quickly gets…
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The spring property market is back in full swing with auctions returning strong results for homeowners across the country. If there was uncertainty or nervousness after the last lockdown, the auction results have dispelled any fears. According to industry researcher CoreLogic, clearance rates across major capital cities have averaged close to 70% over November with…
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As the days finally get warmer, it’s a great time to start thinking about the sort of garden we can create that will handle the searing temperatures of our hottest days and long periods without rain. A combination of these two factors – so common in many areas of Australia – can devastate a garden.…
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We all love to indulge in New Year’s resolutions, often knowing in our hearts that we’re unlikely to change our ways despite the best intentions. The key to forming new habits is motivation. And if you’ve decided 2022 is the year you’re going to complete all those little jobs around the house or apartment, then…
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If you’ve been searching without success for your new home, good news may be just around the corner. That’s because the Christmas and New Year holiday period is an excellent time to buy. Most buyers leave the market when summer holidays beckon, leaving only the serious players to seek out the best deals. If you…
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