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Understanding Investment Loan Options: A Guide for Property Investors in Australia
Understanding Investment Loan Options: A Guide for Property Investors in Australia Introduction Are you a property investor in Australia looking...
Read MoreNature strips and the mow-go areas
The maintenance of the humble nature strip can often create confusion between tenants (renters) and their landlords (rental providers). Best described as the strip of land...
With the phenomenon of instant loans and repayment conditions that favour the lender, it pays to think wisely before making your home loan decisions....
Extra income and maintaining a safe distance are the key balancing acts if you’re deciding to add a granny flat to your property....
Buying a home for the first time can be an expensive business, especially once the extras of stamp duty, conveyancing, moving costs and inspection reports have...
No matter your intentions, disputes are part and parcel of owning an investment property. Be it bond claims, repairs and maintenance, rent increases, goods left behind,...
Global climate change summits and government inducements point the direction for future savings with solar power....
Timing your sale to reflect market conditions is important. Knowing when it is the right time to sell is never a matter of guesswork. Key indicators...
Whether it’s in or by the pool, or simply within the confines of your great outdoors, making sure your active kids are safe this summer requires...
Knowing when and where to buy property is the basis for wealth creation. Some investors adhere to a standard principle: rather than “timing the market”, they...
When gentle summer breezes beckon, it’s time to provide a sunny-side facelift to your home. This can be an inspiring project, but it might also seem...
If you are purchasing or have purchased an investment property for the purposes of rental income, read on, as we outline the necessary steps and considerations...
About a third of property buyers fail to arrange professional building and pest inspections, according to an ME Bank survey. A further startling statistic reveals that more...
Our home is our sanctuary — and its comfort level depends on many elements. Aromatherapy is one such area that many forget to include. But its benefits...
Your children’s bedrooms are their private zone, where they can relax, unwind, study and hopefully get enough sleep. With lockdown memories reminding us that families are spending...
If the subdivision of land is in your investment plan, there are many rules, regulations and financial options/variables to consider. Bear in mind that subdivision compliance,...
House flipping, which the industry refers to as “fix and flip”, can add up — in theory. But will the renovation reality mirror the profit vision?...
Despite recent travel openings, many householders are treading cautiously. Health safeguards and savings goals are inspiring cautious homebodies to transform their regular abode into a holiday...
Bigger is better, but smart use of space is equally awe-inspiring when defining cutting-edge bathrooms of the 21st century. Ensuites and bathrooms are becoming larger and more...
Paying off your mortgage earlier than expected is every homeowner’s dream. Not only does this mean increased savings and the ability to redirect your finances towards...
Industry experts attest that a smartly planned and executed backyard can add 20 to 30 per cent on resale value. In addition, an inviting outdoor area improves...
We recently featured Part One of Choosing the right-sized barbecue. This week, we elaborate on the types and features of barbecues at your command....
Rentvesting is a property ownership method whereby renters buy in an area with a high rental yield and rent the property while living elsewhere....
Studies by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute found financial circumstances are an overriding factor in the formation of multi-generational households – and are even...
When it comes time to buy a new barbecue, every weekend-entertaining warrior dreams of a monstrous meat-beast: 14 burners, a grill big enough to cook a...
Creating liveable homes for all ages and personal mobility issues is a forward-thinking and value-adding objective....
Technology is the key to kickstarting a long-overdue revitalisation of Australia’s property industry
3 minute read COVID has forced every industry to embrace new technologies, to cope with the challenges of the pandemic. Learning how to remain productive while...
Constructing homes with passive design principles is an increasing priority for owners and builders. People are comfortable only within a very narrow range of conditions....
Noisy neighbours can make every day seem like you’re living in the middle of a war zone. But there are simple ways in which harmony can...
Pest infestation is never pleasant, but if you detect evidence of unwanted visitors in your home, there are methods to remove them quickly and efficiently....
Research reveals a continued surge in the number of people moving from capital cities to regional centres. According to the June-quarter Regional Movers Index, there was...
Apartment living is becoming increasingly popular, and with this comes the rise of apartment pets. The property that you live in should not determine whether you have...
Visualising how a colour palette, design scheme or new furniture will suit your new home requires artistic vision and forethought. If you have a design style...
Whether you are building or undertaking a major renovation, check current legislation in your region to ensure that the work provided is under warranty. Most states...
The best-dressed windows serve a valuable dual purpose of keeping the winter chill at bay and blocking harsh sunlight at the height of summer. But they...
With spring and summer temperatures set to soar in the Southern Hemisphere, protecting loved ones and assets is our number one priority....
It is often said that you make money in real estate when you buy (rather than sell), so acquiring local knowledge will avoid the chance of...
With many real estate brands reporting record growth in recent months, coupled with interest rate lows, flexible lending and working arrangements, pioneering practices are rising to...
If you read any auction stories in the Sunday papers or online, the words “clearance rates” will inevitably be mentioned. They indicate the strength of the...
In addition to the areas that should be covered in every home inspection, we also recommend a grab bag of useful tools to help you gain...
Lockdown realities are not only changing the way we live and work, but also the environment in which we do so. Given our close proximity to...