Nov 29, 2016
The hidden emotional and logistical cost in downsizing
Older Australians cop a lot of flak in real estate debates. Among their many misdeeds, they’re blamed for exacerbating the housing shortage by rattling around in enormous homes, pricing first-home bu
Nov 10, 2016
How to get the best from your builder
facebook twitter pinterest linkedin email print When building and renovating your home it’s important to select the right industry professionals to assist you. But once you’ve got the best
Oct 24, 2016
9 ways to spruce up a rental kitchen
Just because you’re renting doesn’t mean you should have to put up with a drab kitchen. While some landlords do put off kitchen maintenance because they’re expensive to renovate there’s still quite
Oct 19, 2016
What Aussie home owners really want
Affordability, a backyard, and a safe neighbourhood are the key priorities for Australian home buyers, new research shows. The Westpac 2016 Home Ownership Report shows that 80% of respondents think
Oct 11, 2016
Ten subtle choices that instantly cheapen your home
Creating a thoughtfully styled home takes time, and there’s nothing more frustrating than buying the finishing touch for a room only to step back and feel like something is amiss. Is it the position o
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