In today’s market, buying a property to rent out is a popular form of investment. Unlike alternate financial ventures, the process towards owning a home can be remarkably simple. However, there can be some issues that landlords need to be prepared for, and late rent...
If you’re on the market for a rental property, it’s important to consider your reasons as to why. Will you be renting temporarily while you look for a home to buy? Or will your rental residency be a longer-term solution? If the latter is the...
So you’ve decided to sell your home. You’ve hired an agent, you’ve de-cluttered all rooms, and you’ve commissioned a collection of professional photos to exhibit the best of the space. You’re on the right track, but there is one important thing that you could be...
Following your heart might sound romantic, but it isn’t always best. And those gut feelings we get when we walk into a home can’t always be trusted. Indeed, when we step over a threshold we start to imagine our lives playing out within the home’s...
If you’ve got a little one on the way, or you’re already a parent, childproofing your home is essential to keeping your baby safe. But don’t wait until your child has already begun to crawl. Kids can become mobile almost overnight; so don’t get caught...
When it comes to adding value to your home, many of us start with the obvious: a fresh lick of paint, a few new fixtures, maybe some new flooring. But when selling your home, interior presentation is not the only key to the success of...
If you have ever endured a major move, you know how much work is actually involved. Between the boxes, and the bubble wrap, and the dismantled furniture, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. In all things property focused, the DIY option is usually taken in a...
For people who love old houses—and those who love to renovate them—the idea of buying a fixer upper can prove irresistible; understandably so. Purchasing a home in need of work can save you a lot of money, compared with a house that’s ready to move...
As the end of year approaches, many of us prepare to take a well-deserved escape. But while booking a hotel and packing your suitcase is pretty self-explanatory, getting your home organised can be a little harder. Who will check your mail? How will you secure...
Breaking a lease is not a decision that should be taken lightly. Still, sometimes life just happens, causing us to reassess our living situation. Whether it’s for job transfer, or due to a bad relationship with your landlord, there are situations in which a lease...