We’ve all heard of the old saying, “good things come in small packages” It’s one of my favorites, and it’s certainly true when it comes to buying apartments and condos. The great thing about apartments and condos is usually their proximity to great lifestyle options like work, cafes and restaurants, retail centers and transport. If…
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Everyone loves a bargain – especially buyers of real estate. A smart purchase can set you up for life or give you a fiscal boost that can be the equivalent of a decade spent working in your cubicle. Many great-value properties are “fixer-uppers”, or a “remodeler’s delight”. The price is lower than similar homes in…
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Rain, hail or shine, it’s never a bad idea to check the coverage and quality of insulation in your home. There is no better way to save on your energy bills whether they’re for heating your home during the cold months or cooling it down with air-con during long, hot summers. The key phrase to…
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If a remodel of your home is on the agenda right now, stop and think what the next buyer of your property would value most. It’s a great approach to ensuring the money spent on your home doesn’t go to waste. Of course, unless you’re thinking of selling in the short term, it would be…
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How many of us are working from home, balancing a computer on our knee or trying to find ever-shrinking space on the dining room table, and wished we had a home office? The reality of working from home has revealed many benefits but also pulled the curtain back on some shortcomings in our own homes.…
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There are many tricks and tips to buying a property, but there’s one essential element that no one can avoid – getting your finances in great shape. Knowing what you can afford is a critical element of finding your first home or the next one that takes you higher up the property ladder. As an…
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Finding inspiration for a remodeling project in the home is a challenge for most owners – and it’s not for the reason you might think. There’s too much inspiration and information, and it can quickly become confusing; even overwhelming. A clear vision of how your home will feel overall is essential if you are to…
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Home improvement is a challenge that is faced by almost everyone who participates in real estate – the seller, buyer and especially those who want a bargain to fix and flip. It’s often assumed any remodeling will automatically add to the value of a property. As your neighborhood real estate agent, I know that can…
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With real estate prices strengthening, I’m often asked by first time buyers for advice on the best way to enter the market.Their anxiety to buy a first home is understandable. Aside from the obvious practical benefit of having somewhere to live, real estate is a great investment and can help set you up for life…
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That chill you can feel in the evening air carries a message of certainty – winter is on its way. If you’re a homeowner who wants to sell but didn’t feel this summer with all its challenges was the right time, don’t worry. Winter is actually a great time to sell property so long as…
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