It’s a wonderful feeling to be the buyer of a new home; walking through the door as an owner for the first time signals a new and exciting chapter in your life. And, let’s face it, those moments don’t come along too often. With home ownership comes responsibility, of course. It’s important you create a…
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Any owner who’s sold a home before will know the low-budget, high-quality improvement that can be achieved by repainting the property before it goes on the market. When preparing for sale, it’s good to adopt the light and bright strategy that makes rooms feel bigger. Dark and bold colours can give buyers a shrinking feeling,…
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Attending open homes can be a lost opportunity if you’re not focused on giving each property a thorough inspection and being open to the possibility that you could live there. You’re wasting your time if you stroll in and out without asking the agent a question to ascertain the potential value of the property and…
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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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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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The record rainfall that has hit Australia this year has been accompanied by uncommonly cold weather that has exposed flaws in the insulation of many homes. Utility prices aren’t the only things going through the roof – so is the heat you’ve spent so much to generate to keep you warm. Generally, Australian homes are…
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Shop around Lenders always need to win new customers, even in tougher times. Do not discount the fact other institutions will want to win your business. Good deals are often available to those prepared to swap lenders. Simple changes Assess your spending habits. Making cutbacks that won’t destroy your lifestyle may ease the pain. Even…
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If you want to improve your home but have put the idea on hold because of the increasing cost of living, we have a few ideas to help you; and you don’t have to go crazy at Bunnings or on Gumtree or eBay to make great changes that will lift your spirits. Sometimes, owners become…
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