With just a few shopping days left before Christmas, consumers who hope to buy a new home next year should be keeping a tight rein on their spending. That’s the advice of Richard Gray, CEO of Harcourts Real Estate, who says that holiday shoppers worldwide are known to spend between 15 to 30% more thanRead more
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Whether 2017 will be the year you buy your first home or the year you finish that renovation, make sure you plan first so that you can realise your property dreams sooner. At this time of year many of us make those all-important New Year resolutions, but by mid-year a lot of us can loseRead more
Open for inspections give you a great first impression of a property and you’ll know almost immediately if it’s one you want to pursue. But that first visit can be much more than a “once over lightly” impression. How do you make sure you’re getting as much information from it as possible? Use the timeRead more
While relaxing and enjoying good times at your favourite holiday location, you stroll past the local real estate agent’s window and browse the offerings. Imagine, staying regularly or living in the same place where you have so many great memories. Imagine owning a property where time seems to stand still, and where enjoyment is theRead more
It’s getting to be the hottest time of the year and as the sun comes out, so do the hats, cold drinks and backyard barbeques. Summer is the season that most of us long for all year and a season where many prospective buyers are braving the heat to look for their next home. HereRead more
Buying a new home often means moving to a new suburb, city or even country. It may be a new location you chose simply because you loved it, or it maybe it’s where you need to be for work or family. Whatever the reason for your change in location, it can be a little dauntingRead more
Moving house with kids can be stressful and upsetting for everyone, but particularly young children, especially if they’ve previously only known one home. But with a little foresight, planning and some good old distraction techniques moving to a new home need not be traumatic. Before moving: Keep the kids as involved as possible in theRead more
You’re desperate to sell your house. In fact, you need to sell yesterday. Whether it’s financial stress, or your new job is in another part of the country or overseas, the most welcome sight in the world right now would be the words “SOLD” emblazed in your front yard. Hence, you are preparing for theRead more
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