Archive for March 2017
6 Simple Steps to Figure Out How Much House You Can Afford
It’s important to know how much home you can afford before you start the house-hunting and mortgage approval processes. Doing so can help limit your search to realistic options, and help you avoid disappointment when you find a house and then apply for financing. With that in mind, here is a six-step process you can…
Read MoreThe Hidden Costs of Buying and Selling
WHEN it comes to hidden costs, property is at the top of the list! Whether buying or selling, be sure to factor in additional costs that may not be obvious at first
Read MoreAll at Once or Bit-by-Bit? How to Tackle Your Home Renovation
If you’re considering renovating your home or investment property, you might be wondering whether to do it all in one go or whether to chip away at it over time. Of course, getting it done all in one hit can be preferable; mainly to minimise the inconvenience a renovation can cause. But renovating over time has…
Read MoreSomfy One Steps Out From Smart Shades to Tackle Home Security
Motorized shade company Somfy has decided to enter the DIY home security fray with an all-in-one device dubbed the Somfy One. Somfy’s inaugural home security product follows the company’s 2016 acquisition of security startup Myfox, whose tech-centric but pricey DIY system we reviewed in 2015.
Read MoreTips and Hacks for Spring Home Maintenance
Although each season brings its own list of home maintenance “to-do’s,” spring is considered by many to be the most daunting. After a winter that may have brought with it several freezes and thaws, there are some key places to check for potential ice and water damage. Spotting these signs early can mean the difference…
Read MoreTop Tips for Listing Your Property
With potential buyers able to browse through hundreds of properties at the click of the button, getting your online listing right can be the difference between having a quick sale or a home that lingers on the market. While a home inspection will ultimately convince a potential buyer that your property is for them, how it…
Read MoreWhy Hire Building Inspectors For Pest Inspections?
Building inspection is a term that refers to the investigation, analysis, assessment and inspection conducted on a residential or commercial property. This can be either conducted by private contractors or designated government employees. Those who carry out building inspections are called building inspectors, and they can be appointed at city, township or county level in…
Read MoreKill Bugs In Your Home
The warm Australian climate has caused spring and summer to be a pest frenzy in past years. Now, data is showing that Australians are saying ‘no more’ with an increase in ordering pest control services. The data, collected from the online trades and services marketplace Oneflare, reveals people are ordering for pest control and help earlier this year,…
Read MoreHome Invasions Rife in Outer Suburbs as Termites Make a Meal of New Developments
Melbourne’s relentless expansion is a major factor in the current plague of termite attacks on homes, experts say. Last year’s wet spring made for ideal conditions for termite infestation, conditions which have reportedly lead to a plague of the wood-chewing insects.
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