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15 Tips For A Well Designed Outdoor Space

You’ve got the house looking tickety-boo - now all that’s left is the garden! But where to start? And what to include? Read on to find out what you need to consider to maximise the potential of your outdoor area. 1. Allocate the funds for your outdoor area Outdoor areas are often the last thing we think about when renovating...

Posted on Tuesday 29th October 2019 by
Matt Morley
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Smoke Alarm Testing – Not as easy as pressing the button…

Using a trained technician for smoke alarm servicing is not compulsory, however testing alarms can be complex. Pushing the button alone only confirms there is power to the alarm and does not test the full functionality of the alarm. Changing the battery is part of what needs to be done in the testing process, but activating the alarm through the...

Posted on Monday 28th October 2019 in Landlords Monthly Update
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Taking care – Outside the property

  Water restrictions It is important for you to be aware of what water restrictions are in place for the region. For up to date water restriction information please log onto www.sydneywater.com.au. Watering Your Garden and Water Restrictions Watering your lawns and gardens must be done within watering restrictions; however we...

Posted on Friday 25th October 2019 in Top Tips
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Saving Water - 20 Great Tips

  Tips and water use info from the book ‘365 Water Saving Tips’, Published by Hinkler Books Pty Ltd, Heatherton Victoria. Since the majority of water usage occurs inside the home, we have put together some useful water saving tips to help you reduce your water usage and save you money. In the Kitchen Did you know that...

Posted on Friday 25th October 2019 in Top Tips
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Open for Inspection checklist: 10 things to check before buying a house

Attending an open for inspection can be a daunting task for anyone, no matter how experienced they are. But one thing you always need to remember is there’s more to a home than its interior design. Try not to let the stunning L-shaped couch or sweeping staircase influence your decision too much. Remember to take into account the...

Posted on Thursday 24th October 2019 by
Stephen Murace
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The Northern Beaches Santa Letter

The Northern Beaches Santa Letter - (Free of course!) It is nearly that time of year again! Would your kids, grand-kids, nieces or nephews etc. like a personalized letter from SANTA himself addressed directly to them with their names on it??? Enter your details here  We have been doing the Santa Letter for the past two years and...

Posted on Wednesday 23rd October 2019 by
Stephen Murace
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The First 5 Things You Should Buy When Decorating Your Living Room

There’s no denying it—decorating can be overwhelming, even if you focus on just one room at a time. The easy answer is to hire a designer to help you, but that’s not always in the cards, especially if you’re on a budget.  When designing your living space, it's super important to get the ‘big’ pieces...

Posted on Thursday 17th October 2019 by
Melanie Murace
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How to style your kitchen and dining room for sale

When it comes to styling a home for sale, the kitchen and dining areas are often forgotten or overlooked.  Many vendors are often left wondering ‘how do you possibly style a kitchen?’ It may seem tricky, especially when there’s no furniture to move in the kitchen and the dining room generally has just one table...

Posted on Thursday 3rd October 2019 by
Stephen Murace
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