Feb 21, 2017
How to increase the value of your home in one weekend
Increasing the value of your property pre-sale doesn’t have to require a team of professionals. Just one weekend dedicated to cleaning, refreshing, tidying and upgrading can put you in great stead fo
Feb 15, 2017
Top jobs around the home you should really call a professional for
We hate to break it to you, but just because you’ve watched a couple of DIY videos on YouTube, doesn’t mean you’ll succeed in doing them. Going to Bunnings and picking up a few tools (and a sausage s
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