Home and Income Many people these days are looking for ways to reduce their mortgage. What better way than to have a property that can be split into two separate dwellings. Of course, the property will have to comply with any current building regulations and various council rules and healthy homes standards. Sometimes when buying … Read More “Is it a legal “Home & Income” property?” »
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For many years, it is fair to say that Real Estate agents were operating in a “sellers market”. Post “Covid-19”, the Real Estate market could have gone anywhere. There were many thoughts on this at the time. There could have been job losses, and more unemployment, and it certainly was a different world we walked … Read More “The ever changing face of the real estate market” »
Which is the best market to sell in? For many years, it is fair to say that Real Estate agents have been operating in a “sellers market”. Post “Covid-19”, the Real Estate market looked different for many. A seller’s market In a “seller’s market” our sellers have been rewarded with many buyers. These buyers compete … Read More “When is the right time to sell?” »
It is easy to get complacent about home maintenance when you are busy with life. There never seems to be enough time in a day does there? Of course, money could be an issue. Perhaps when receiving a quote that seems a little on the high side, you might want to find cheaper options, or … Read More “Never ignore maintenance issues” »
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Which is the best market to sell in? For many years, it is fair to say that Real Estate agents have been operating in a “sellers market”. Post “Covid-19”, what will the Real Estate market look like? There have been many thoughts on this. One thing is for sure though- it will be a different … Read More “Buyer’s or seller’s market- which is the best to sell in?” »
Tiny homes and mindful living go hand in hand. Who wants a huge mortgage these days? Maybe you are tired of the upkeep of a big garden, if you are busy with your career, or perhaps you are thinking of retiring and downsizing? What can we learn from tiny homes? Small homes have so many … Read More “Tiny homes & mindful living” »
House prices through the roof During the Covid-19 pandemic there has been much said about the shocking increase in property prices around the world. Take Brisbane, Australia for instance- the median house price in September 21 has hit a record of $702,455 and Sydney house prices have equated to approximately 30.4% of annual growth – … Read More “Crazy house prices” »
Have you ever wondered about which indoor plants are good and which are bad according to Feng Shui ? A friend of mine once remarked that her son’s new girlfriend had left an obnoxious plant by her front door called “mother- in-laws tongue” as a belated Christmas gift. I laughed when I heard her describe … Read More “Good, bad or ugly?” »
You don’t have to spend a lot of money in order to refresh the decor in your kitchen When we received a few quotations for renovating an older 60’s style kitchen and bathroom, I was visibly shaken when I read the figure put in front of me by the saleslady with the glossy hair. She … Read More “Kitchen Makeover Time?” »