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Jul 30, 2021

What you can include on contracts of sale

Signing contracts of sale for any property can seem daunting, at first. But, when handled correctly, the procedure should be straightforward and easy to understand — for buyer and seller. During th

Jul 28, 2021

What to look for in a property manager

A valuable property manager is a gift for landlords, yet also beneficial for tenants. Being able to please and appease both sides of the equation is a rare commodity. If you’re in the market for a

Jul 27, 2021

The big clean: what to do and when

With low temperatures and some states experiencing lockdown restrictions that limit outward mobility, many householders are adopting an interior lifestyle view. When coupled with wintry conditions

Jul 21, 2021

A guide to understanding contracts

Paying attention to contracts, and the information contained within them can often be the difference between a good and bad buy. A standard contract of sale, which may include a vendor’s statement,

Jul 20, 2021

Good design creates timeless style

A beautiful piece of hand-crafted furniture or lighting is a joy unto itself. Not only does it offer a striking feature for your interiors that owners and viewers can admire in equal measure. But i

Jul 16, 2021

Should you rent or buy, and why?

The question of homeownership versus contributing to a landlord’s investment is an age-old conundrum when buying your first home. Homeownership is a worthy goal that can build wealth and provide se

Jul 14, 2021

Essential pre-purchasing costs to account for

Buying a property requires more than a deposit. Pre-purchase costs can add up to 10 per cent to the price of an average family home. Some of these, such as conveyancing, stamp duty and mortgage

Jul 9, 2021

To renovate or detonate: that is the question

There are two schools of thought when it comes to enhancing your lifestyle and increasing property values. Making the most of raw material (i.e. your place of residence or investment property), whe