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Is it a legal “Home & Income” property?

Posted on 6 November 202411 July 2026 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Is it a legal “Home & Income” property?
Is it a legal “Home & Income” property?
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, home and income, Money wise, Real Estate Advice, selling a property

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?” »

The ever changing face of the real estate market

Posted on 4 August 202411 July 2026 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on The ever changing face of the real estate market
The ever changing face of the real estate market
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, Money wise, Opinion, Real Estate Advice, selling a property, Selling real estate

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” »

When is the right time to sell?

Posted on 26 July 202411 July 2026 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on When is the right time to sell?
When is the right time to sell?
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, Opinion, Real Estate Advice, selling a property, Selling real estate

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?” »

Never ignore maintenance issues

Posted on 29 September 202311 July 2026 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Never ignore maintenance issues
Never ignore maintenance issues
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, Healthy homes, Money wise, Real Estate Advice, Renovating

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” »

Disclosing known defects

Posted on 23 August 2022 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Disclosing known defects
Disclosing known defects
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, Real Estate Advice, selling a property, Selling real estate

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Buyer’s or seller’s market- which is the best to sell in?

Posted on 23 May 2022 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Buyer’s or seller’s market- which is the best to sell in?
Buyer’s or seller’s market- which is the best to sell in?
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, Money wise, Real Estate Advice, selling a property, Selling real estate

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 & mindful living

Posted on 18 March 2022 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Tiny homes & mindful living
Tiny homes & mindful living
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, creative homes, downsizing, Healthy homes, Money wise, Real Estate Advice

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” »

Crazy house prices

Posted on 28 October 2021 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Crazy house prices
Crazy house prices
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, Money wise, Opinion, Real Estate Advice, selling a property, Selling real estate

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” »

Good, bad or ugly?

Posted on 8 August 2021 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Good, bad or ugly?
Good, bad or ugly?
buying a property, Buying and Selling Real Estate, Healthy homes, Opinion, Real Estate Advice, Renovating, selling a property, Selling real estate, Social, Styling a home

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?” »

Kitchen Makeover Time?

Posted on 15 June 2021 By focusrealtyltd@gmail.com No Comments on Kitchen Makeover Time?
Kitchen Makeover Time?
Buying and Selling Real Estate, Money wise, Real Estate Advice, Renovating, Styling a home

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?” »

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