It’s hardly a secret, virtually every Australian would love having an investment property of their own. Judging by the consistent long-term performance of real estate in Australia over the years, is there really any better way to increase your wealth and secure your financial future? Yet, despite...
Have you ever thought, "I wish I had some additional storage, right now?" The truth is it’s so easy to acquire and hoard stuff. There are also many reasons that you may need to store your beloved belongings other than in your home. You may be downsizing,...
It’s no secret, that when you’re selling a home, first impressions count. Investing a little time and energy into your property, and ensuring it’s presented in the best light, can go a long way. There’s no doubt that selling your home can also be a...
If you catch yourself wondering who’s looking after what in your real estate equation, wonder no more: Keep this handy step-by-step guide on file: Moving on In First thing’s first: It’s the landlord’s responsibility to provide all the tangible bits and pieces associated with a tenancy, including...
The decision to buy is a big one indeed, and no matter the time of year, there are certain things you’ll need to check off your list. Before you take the property plunge, put on your Buyers Goggles and keep the following in your peripheral: What...
There are many ‘big questions’ in real estate, but none more frequently asked than ‘when should I buy?’ And unfortunately for us, unlike the ‘what’s’ and the ‘how’s’, the ‘when’s’ are almost the trickiest of all to answer due to the unpredictable nature of market...
Whether you’re fresh out of your family home or opting for the flexibility that renting offers, bear the following hot tips in mind when you’re renting for the first time: Finding the one In a competitive rental market, it can be tempting to apply for all and...
Melbourne. A bevy of restaurants, markets, learning institutions, green spaces, bars, high streets, arts and culture experiences- and of course, cafes! It’s no wonder the ‘world’s most livable city’ is drawing crowds of buyers and renters alike. While different times of the year prove more...
If the raging success of home improvement programs like The Block, superstores Bunnings and Masters and websites like Pinterest are anything to go by, DIY has far from done its dash in the average Aussie home. What was once viewed as a laborious necessity has...
As any true green thumb will tell you, there’s more to gardening than grubby hands, sore knees and sunburnt shoulders. Not only can a home garden provide you with a bountiful (and cost-effective) supply of fresh fruit, vegies and herbs, even the smallest green space...