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HOW TO CREATE STYLE & WOW WHILE RENTING

1. GET PERMISSION It goes without saying that before you do anything in a rental property you have to seek the permission of the landlord. Many tenants think landlords are a road block. It’s time to tip that common misconception […]

KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR POOL IN HOT WEATHER

Hot days and relaxing dips seem to go hand in hand, but high temperatures can actually cause problems for your pool or spa. PoolWerx CEO John O’Brien said extra sun exposure, temperature spikes and increased bather load can create issues […]

9 ESSENTIAL OUTDOOR FURNITURE TIPS

To avoid costly mistakes when investing in outdoor furniture consider the following advice! Take a look at these nine expert tips before you purchase outdoor furniture to ensure you get the most from your purchase. 1. Stacking outdoor chairs are […]

10 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE REFINANCING

There’s more than one way to tie a shoe, and many more ways to botch a refinancing concern. We reveal the top 10 mistakes refinancers make:   1. Automatically refinancing with your current lender without shopping around 2. Assuming lower […]

10 TIPS TO STAY GREEN AND SAVE MONEY WHEN MOVING HOUSE

1. Start early Your best intentions for all of those old belongings go out the window when it comes to crunch time. If possible start six to eight weeks early so you have to declutter responsibly. If you have to […]

5 REASONS A PRE-PURCHASE BUILDING INSPECTION IS ESSENTIAL

t may seem one of the more tedious aspects of buying yourself a home, but building inspections are a godsend. Trust me. It’s surprising how many people don’t think about getting a pre-purchase building inspection or even contemplate forgoing one […]

TIPS FOR BUYING YOUR FIRST APARTMENT

So you’re buying your first apartment and joining the hundreds of other singles, couples and families around Australia in community living. What do you need to know? Buying a strata or community title property is different to buying a house.  […]

SEVEN CLASSIC MISTAKES MOST HOMEBUYERS MAKE

Buying a home is an expensive and time-consuming process so it’s worthwhile considering how to avoid common mistakes that could cost you dearly. As a buyers’ agent, I’ve seen many buyers rush in and make offers without considering their long-term […]

TOP RENO TIPS FOR BUY AND SELL

WHAT TO DO FIRST In the early stages of selecting a property, researching the market is imperative, as renovating a run-down property will not always return a profit. You need to determine whether or not you can achieve a reasonable […]

OPEN HOMES

Open homes are one of the most popular ways to market your home during the selling process. According to the REIQ, market research shows that properties marketed through open for  inspections have a very high ratio of inspection to sale. […]

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