Oct 11, 2016
How to: Avoid renovation mistakes
Here’s a look at how you can avoid some common renovation errors. Vague plans The planning stage of a renovation is the most important. Go over your floor plans to ensure you are satisfied with each
Sep 28, 2016
The value an updated kitchen can add to your sell price
There are several different ways to increase the value of your property, with many surface-level, superficial improvements that simply adjust the look and feel of a room. After all, though our parents
Sep 27, 2016
How old is too old to get on the property ladder?
Youngsters aren’t the only ones struggling to gain a foothold in the housing market. As the average age of first home ownership in Australia rises – to 37.7 nationally, according to research from ING
Sep 21, 2016
10 cleaning mistakes to avoid
Here are a few of the main cleaning mistakes to avoid: 1. Not cleaning/maintaining your vacuum cleaner Every few months take the time to check to make sure your vacuum cleaner is working. Change the
Sep 19, 2016
Should landlords furnish their rental properties?
The owners of new or nearly-new units often face the conundrum of whether to furnish their properties, but experts say it’s probably not worth the effort or the expense. There are record numbers of n
Sep 15, 2016
How much first-home buyers need to save to own by 2020
If you saved 40 per cent of your income from today, it would take until 2021 to purchase your first home, new data shows. And that’s provided property prices don’t rise, rents don’t increase, and you
Sep 13, 2016
How to: Buy & sell at the same time
Selling a home and buying another at the same time may seem daunting, but it can be done. The secret is to be prepared. Jarrod McCabe, an independent buyer’s agent in Melbourne, says the key to suc
Sep 8, 2016
Seven current design trends that will date your kitchen the most
What does the typical 2016 kitchen look like? Which trends will date and which will stand the test of time? We consulted the experts to ensure your next kitchen is as stylish and timeless as it can be