It may seem one of the more tedious aspects of buying yourself a home, but building inspections are a blessing. It’s surprising...
Is it time? Lifestyle changes are often the reason behind the decision to sell. But keep in mind that the decision to sell may not coincide w...
Ugly ducklings are often overlooked because they look like hard work. But many can be transformed into beautiful, profitable swans, wit...
But while "building out the back” is popular across the country, it requires research and planning. Homeowners often ask for advice about b...
Under Half of home owners believe their decorating and renovating efforts will increase the value of their property by between $20,000 and $100,000....
While a combination of factors ultimately determine the value of a property, adding a bedroom to a house valued between $500,000 and $1 mill...
Be prepared Pre-auction preparation is absolutely vital to success. Would-be buyers should talk to the selling agent, research comparable pro...
With the real estate market continuing to roll from strength to strength, trying to determine a property’s true value is an ever-present chall...
How to deal with meth contaminated properties... Methamphetamine (P) contamination is a growing concern for owners and property invest...
It immediately increases your buying power, and for many first home buyers, it’s potentially one of the only ways they can afford to get into ...
While historically agents have told vendors to hold off selling until spring, many people simply sell when they need to. nowadays it’s less abou...
The daunting process of shifting homes – whether to the next suburb or another city – can be streamlined by using a detailed checklist and timel...
Understand the process Knowing as much as possible about a potential property transaction and how it will run benefits buyers That extends...
When it comes to investing in property, capital growth is king. While income helps you hold on to your investments over the long term, it’s capita...
The very first consideration if renovating a property you plan to sell, is to ensure you have a strong enough market to make it work. Even when you ...
While price is often the determining factor, particularly if you’re upsizing your home, it still makes sense to narrow the search to inclu...
For the majority of investors, established property is a far better option than investing in a new development. This is because capital growth p...
The feeling that potential buyers get when they see your home for the first time can be the difference between them returning to inspect a secon...
Have you been inspired by The Block and Grand Designs and harbour dreams of buying a rundown property, preferably in a good neighbourhood for be...
1. Does the vendor accept offers? First off, it’s important to check if the vendor is even in a position to field and accept offers. Some agents...
The top six things to consider for renovating versus building new: Weighing the costs If you’re planning an extensive renovation...
Like any other kind of insurance, moving cover provides peace of mind and financial protection, but experts say it’s important to read the fine pr...
Build affinity with the agents When agents pitch for the vendors business, they will generally have to come up with a range of comparab...
Don’t let the styled décor sway you too much, there’s more to your new home than just how much you love or hate the i...
12/11/2016
Now that summer is finally upon us and the days are longer it is a good time to get on top of general home main...
15/10/2016
5 Reasons to get a Pre-Purchase building Inspection Getting a Pre-purchase Building Inspection before buying a home can seem like just...
06/04/2016
Buying, selling, renovating or building a home can be a stressf...
15/12/2015
When you engage a building inspection company to do a pre-purchase /pre-sale building inspection there are a number of key elements of the d...
11/02/2015
Timber window joinery requires regular maintenance to maintain weathertightness and ease of use. One of the easiest maintenance tasks you ca...
9/01/2015
The first step to maintaining the exterior cladding on a residential home is to determine the type of cladding that has been installed. ...
15/04/2015
Older homes in New Zealand are more likely to have a timber subfloor and in some cases timber piles. These subfloors require regular che...
11/02/2015
The roof of a home is one of the most important components of any dwelling and most types of roofing require regular maintenance to maintai...
