Sep 14, 2021
Clearance rates: what they mean for buyers and sellers
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 selling market by measuring the percentag
Sep 10, 2021
Your property inspection checklist: must-take items
Augmented-reality technology and pandemic restrictions are quickly changing the way we buy, sell and rent property. But for an initial property inspection, wherever and whenever possible, it pays t
Sep 8, 2021
Lockdown fuels a keen desire to redecorate
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 and focus on our homes, many householders are loo
Sep 7, 2021
Working with nature to help property values thrive
If you’re planning to put your property on the market, the importance of presentation cannot be overemphasised — and never more so than in the garden. An appealing outdoor zone and landsc
Sep 3, 2021
How building with passive design adds value
Homes built for the future encompass increasingly popular passive design principles. From green ratings and solar energy to orientation, insulation and glazing, constructing a certified passive-design
Sep 1, 2021
The financial gains and warning signs of reverse mortgages
Reverse mortgages are an increasingly popular way to boost the bank balance for those approaching their twilight years. Aimed primarily at cash-strapped seniors who own their home – or a substantia
Aug 31, 2021
Creating workable home offices
The extended lockdown periods of COVID restrict many employees to their inner sanctums: i.e. the home base. This comes as a welcome relief to some, who relish the avoidance of a crowded commute or
Aug 25, 2021
How to safeguard your home against rainy weather
Damage to your property caused by flash flooding and rain-related issues is a mood dampener, whether you own, rent or invest. Depending on your state and regional location, the rainy seas