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Furniture in a rental property
Sometimes we come across clients that would like to place or leave furniture in their rental property, believing it will be beneficial and more attractive for new tenants, and also a way to increase the rent return of their investment. Certainly if the property is being used for holiday accommodation, short term executive or even for student...
How to do a health check on your home
Tips on how to inspect your house or apartment and keep on top of any maintenance issues. 1. Keep your home in top shape Inspect your house or apartment regularly and keep on top of any maintenance issues. When jobs around the home are neglected, problems are likely to grow. Clean filters regularly, make sure heaters are serviced, check...
How to update your bathroom on a $5000 budget (or less)
So, what can you achieve on a limited bathroom renovation budget and what’s the best way to go about it? 1. Avoid major structural changes Laura Pittaway, interior designer at The Build by Temple & Webster, agrees that while a sleek and stylish bathroom is at the top of most people’s renovation wish lists, the cost of...
A guide to renting your first home
Changing Address – ensure that you let financial organisations & other important bodies know of your change of address. Keys – generally they will be provided on the day that the Tenancy Agreement commences (only when all monies & bond has been received) access to the property prior to move in or to drop off items is not...
Rental Property Cleaning Standards
When it comes to a property being presented to a new tenant, or a tenant vacating a property it is a legislative requirement the property be ‘reasonably clean’. So, what is ‘reasonable’? This term is hard to define but can be seen as what a reasonable person would agree as being generally clean. We...
5 of the biggest moving mistakes and how to avoid them!
1. Not getting help - What makes moving a real drag is doing it all on your own. Getting help where you can will lighten the load, literally. The realestate.com.au Instagram followers were split almost down the middle when it came to DIY moves versus using professional movers, although ultimately DIY was preferred. If doing a...
How to Prepare for an Open House Inspection
In order to prepare your property for inspection success, follow this easy check list packed with these simple tips to ensure you put your home’s best foot forward. 1. Ensure your space is clean and tidy - You’ll be surprised by how much better your house looks after a thorough clean. Picture: GettyYes, it’s Captain...
12 Ways to Add Value to Your Home
Making your property feel bigger, brighter and more appealing to prospective buyers 1. Paint - Old paint can make your home feel, well, old. But a fresh coat of paint can do wonders. It’ll make your home seem newer, cleaner and more contemporary and it can easily be done on a tight budget. If you’re willing...
5 DIY Projects To Elevate Your Outdoor Area
Want to create the ultimate outdoor area for fun in the sun? 1. Install A Fire Pit - If you’re permitted to have an outdoor fire at your home, a fire pit isn’t a complicated DIY project and can bring a whole new level of fun to your backyard entertaining. We followed expert renovator and former winner of The...
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