Feb 13, 2017
A landlord’s guide to keeping the peace
Any landlord who’s been around the block a few times knows there is plenty that can go wrong with an investment property. Managing the upkeep is one thing, but managing tenants – and their relationsh
Feb 10, 2017
How to make the most of an open for inspection
Buying a house is a high-pressure operation. After years of saving, the real decisions can often come down to just 30 minutes – the average length of an open for inspection. Which, when you think abo
Feb 8, 2017
Ten things to consider before choosing a real estate agent
Choosing an agent is the most difficult and daunting decision a home seller will have to make before listing. Why? Because the difference between a good agent and a bad agent can be hundreds of thousa
Feb 6, 2017
10 things buyers hate (according to a Feng Shui master)
O venerable readers, you are about to be enlightened on all matters Feng Shui, for I myself am a Feng Shui Master. You can tell by my flowing, cornerless face, and my habit of expending plenty of Feng
Feb 2, 2017
The nine biggest mistakes sellers should avoid to get the best sales price
Selling your home can be a stressful time, so it’s important that it runs as smoothly as possible to give yourself the best chance of a top sales price. The trouble is, with an emotional attachment t
Jan 31, 2017
10 things to splurge on when renovating to sell
If you’re renovating to sell, the stakes are high. Firstly, you’ll want to make sure you’re adding value to the property and improving its appeal to buyers. Secondly, you’ll be working to a tighter ti
Jan 30, 2017
Winning auction strategies to land that dream home
You know what you want and you’re going to get it. You’re basically Scarface, you wild go getter, you. The world is your oyster. The only thing standing between you and the perfect house is the auctio
Jan 26, 2017
How to save a deposit for your first home
The hardest part of buying your first property is saving the deposit. Prospective homeowners in Queensland have the benefit of more affordable property prices, but it still takes discipline to pull t