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What is rateable value, capital value, government value and market value? A question frequently asked and confused by many. In Australia and New Zealand the rateable value (RV) is the value set by the local authority or council in order to determine rates for a property. The RV is also known as the capital valueRead more

An open home is one of the most effective ways of marketing a property and attracting interest from a wide variety of buyers. Some of the many advantages are: You have plenty of time to ensure your property is tidy and ready for inspections You can control the viewing times Open homes can create plentyRead more

When preparing for an open home, it’s true what they say, first impressions really do count. That’s why it’s so important that your home make a positive first impression on every potential buyer that inspects your home. Simple measures like small, cosmetic changes to the interior of your home, moderate landscaping, repairs and de-cluttering canRead more

So you’ve found your dream home and it’s going to auction this weekend? Auctions can be very exciting and whilst you may be relying on your loan approval and good old fashioned luck, there are a few strategies that you can employ to help you win at auction. To win at auction: Bid confidently AccordingRead more

The standard response when you’re thinking about selling your home but are not sure when, is “sell in spring”. And there’s plenty of truth in that as warmer, drier weather and post-winter itchy feet drive potential buyers out to open homes. But life doesn’t stop for winter. People still need to move, whether it beRead more

Here are some tips to help you prepare for the long, cold wet winter and reduce the risk of damage some storms can make: Inside • Head to your local curtain store and purchase some heavier curtains for the winter season to prevent losing up to 40 per cent of the household heat through uncoveredRead more

Lighting candles, spritzing air fresheners, and baking cookies. They’re all common recommendations when thinking of scents to sell your home, with the long-held belief that potential buyers engage all five senses when inspecting a property. So how important are scents when it comes to making a good first impression with your home? It’s true thatRead more

To choose a high performance investment property, and reduce your chance of buying a dud, buyers need to first and foremost focus and understand the big picture or macro-environment. Starting with a high level criteria can guide investors to the right locality, but will also give a broad indication of what type of property inRead more

As we head into the cooler winter months, most of us will be spending more time inside our homes, which makes winter a great time to re-decorate. We’ve compiled some winter interior decorating tips to help make your home more comfortable and appealing this winter. ADD A SPLASH OF COLOUR There’s nothing like a niceRead more

When looking to change homes, one of the big questions is should you buy or sell your house first? So you’re ready to look for your next home, now comes the all-important question of which comes first? Do you buy the new home first, or sell your current property? A lot depends on your ownRead more