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These 5 Big Mistakes Are Why Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Keeps Dying

If you’ve flipped through an interiors magazine, scrolled through Pinterest, or even wandered into a hip shopping space you have been met with the biggest greenery trend—the fiddle leaf fig. Lush and large-leafed, this tree has been designated by the higher powers of décor as the final touch to polish off any space and breathe...

Posted on Thursday 30th May 2019 by
Melanie Murace
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Absolute biggest news for finance in three years

Detailed in a letter sent out to lenders and other authorised deposit-taking institutions (ADIs), APRA announced that it is looking to stop advising ADIs to assess if borrowers can make repayments on loans using a minimum interest rate of 7 per cent. Instead, it is looking to allow ADIs to make their own minimum interest...

Posted on Thursday 23rd May 2019 by
Matt Morley
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Old and new apartments compared: Which one is the better buy?

  There’s no right or wrong answer when it comes to choosing between old and new apartments. Some buyers may be steered towards an older apartment by their budget, while others may be looking for the kind of communal amenities most commonly found in new developments. These are some of the pros and cons of both so you can go...

Posted on Friday 17th May 2019 in Top Tips
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Who do I vote for? A quick guide to the Federal Election

With the federal election fast approaching, there is one thing on everyone’s mind as we head to the polls on May 18... who do I vote for? With policy back-flips, leadership spills, impending tax breaks and tax increases, it’s almost impossible to get a clear idea of who is doing what, for who and when. What about the financial...

Posted on Monday 13th May 2019 by
Matt Morley
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Understanding Calendar Monthly Payments

  Should you be requested to pay by calendar month, it is important to understand that the term ‘calendar month’ does not refer to 4 weeks or 28 days. As each month has either 28, 30 or 31 days, then a calendar monthly amount is more than 4 weeks rent. To calculate this evenly, we use this simple calculation. Weekly...

Posted on Friday 10th May 2019 in Top Tips
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Understanding ‘Rent in Advance’

  Please ensure your rent is always paid in advance. Some tenants & landlords  find this concept hard to understand, and some mistakenly believe that the first 2 weeks rent paid is held in trust for use at the end of tenancy, like a bond. It is important to note the first 2 weeks rent paid is for your first 2 weeks of...

Posted on Friday 10th May 2019 in Top Tips
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Mothers Day Giveaway - MAKE MUM’S DAY

MAKE MUM’S DAY  To celebrate Mother’s Day, we’re giving you a chance to win the following beautiful prize for your mum  -1-hour massage  -1 bunch of flowers  -A bottle of perfume To enter - go to our Facebook post:  1. Like our Facebook post 2. Like our Facebook page 3. Bonus entry...

Posted on Monday 6th May 2019 by
Nicola Iemma
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Strata Living – Strata By Laws

  Strata schemes are effectively small communities where the activities and attitudes of residents can have a significant impact on the satisfaction and enjoyment of others. Therefore, it is important to be aware of your responsibilities and obligations when you live in a strata unit. By-laws are made to facilitate the...

Posted on Friday 3rd May 2019 in Top Tips
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