The Pros & Cons of Renting Vs Selling: a Comprehensive Guide
So you’re at a crossroads. The time has come for a change. Perhaps you need more room to accommodate a new member of the family (it’s a sausage [...]
5 Realities to Consider Before Buying a New Home
So you want to buy a new home? Join the club! It’s no secret that home ownership is one of the most coveted goals of the Australian public [...]
Con’s Corner with Con Constantine: October
Our guest columnist – Con Constantine – will present readers with a cleverly written send-up and an ironic imitation of the building industry.Con hopes that by enjoying his articles [...]
Case Study: How Choosing the Wrong Building Inspector Can Spell Disaster
Building inspectors are basically all the same, right? Let me tell you a little story about a hard-working and entirely unsuspecting couple who made the mistake of believing just [...]
Easy Peasy Tips for a Successful Valuation
Having your property valued is the perfect way to get an idea about what your home is worth within the current climate of the housing market, if you [...]
5 Renovation Blunders That Will Make You Regret Everything
The lure of renovating can be difficult to ignore. If you’ve just moved into your dream home you’ve probably been keeping mental notes of all the bits and [...]
Top Tips for First Homebuyers: How to do it Right
If you’re in the process of looking for your first home, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed. Exhilarated and full of excited anticipation… but overwhelmed nonetheless. Because [...]
Defective Apartment Buildings Costing Australian Homeowners Millions
In case you missed it: the 7:30 Report recently broadcast a story regarding the plight of defective apartment buildings sweeping Australia as of late.Just recently the residents of Sydney’s [...]
How to Easily Secure a Home Loan When You’re Self-Employed
Buying a home when you’re self-employed isn’t exactly a walk in the park on a beautiful day… it’s more like a stumble through the swamp during a hail [...]
Gardening Tips to Make Selling Your Home Blooming Simple
If you’re thinking about selling your home, try not to forget that you’re also selling the outdoor space that comes with it. Many people consider their back garden [...]