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First impressions are always important, and the outside of your house could easily attract or push away a viewer just as much as the inside can. With the sun out and longer days in spring, people are coming out to view properties. Making sure you have good kerb appeal will help you stand out from…
Everything looks just a little bit nicer in the sun. The gardens are neat, the flowers have bloomed and It is a colourful time of the year and an even better time to sell your home. Here are some easy ways to try maximising the sale price of your property. Know your target market It’s…
Due to the current situation with Covid-19, there have been slight changes to how things work when buying or selling a home. Here are some tips on how to buy or sell a home during lockdown. Selling A House Selling is definitely more difficult at the moment as things can get delayed and it can…
When you’re planning to move in the New Year, you need to be as organized and plan as much as possible. Here are a few things to consider when moving. Research You need to plan whether you’re going to hire a mover to help take your things to the new home or if you’ll rent…
Downsizing is very common, especially as we get older. You may find your home is far too big now or too much to handle financially and practically. However, downsizing can be difficult especially if it’s a family home. Also having to sort through belongs and make some hard decisions on what you’re able to take…
This is the time that people tend to think about how to protect their homes from the upcoming winter season. It is also wise to seasonally maintain you home, should you wish to sell in the future this will all add to the selling price. Below are some maintenance tips to keep in mind this…
Viewing a home can be exciting especially if its a first home. People tend to overlook certain details and get carried away. Here are a few things to look out for when viewing a home your are interested in buying. Tips on How to Get Started: Remain objective, let friends and family inspect the home…
Moving can really impact your life, especially if you don’t like the neighbourhood. Here are some cool tools you can use to help you get the right knowledge before moving. Crime Stats The safety of an area is really important, especially if children are going to be living there, the national police force site is…
Renting for the first time can be overwhelming but with these few tips you’ll feel more at ease and knowledgeable about the process. Know How Much Money You Need to Pay Up Front Landlords tend to require a month’s rent up front, this usually includes a security deposit as well. Some landlords also want you…
Tenants tend to assume they can’t change things in a rented home because of their landlord, in reality this isn’t true. If you agree it with your landlord and don’t damage walls or furniture there are a few things you can do. Artwork and Photos Chances are the landlord may have had things hanging already,…
As most people are staying at home, now’s a great time for you to give your outdoor space some TLC. Especially if you’re looking to sell in the next few months kerb appeal really helps and leaves a lasting impression on your potential buyers. Give your front door a makeover Your front door has to…
In any home there could be a lot of fragile times or sharp things about. This could be dangerous for young children, especially when they like to climb and grab things. Here are some tips to create a safer, yet still fun environment. Furniture When buying furniture, you need to make sure it’s safe, there…