DIY Open Home Styling Trends for 2024 

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In the world of real estate, first impressions matter. While staging is a fantastic way to boost your sale price, it’s not an option that’s always affordable for sellers. As we step into 2024, the DIY open home styling trend is growing, and it’s taking a bold turn, blending creativity, functionality, and a touch of…

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7 Reasons to Get Your Affairs in Order in 2024

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Can you believe that 2024 is almost here? Where on earth has 2023 gone? Like most people, you’ll probably start to focus on personal goals for the new year, like fitness and wellness. But what about your financial or legal goals? Getting your affairs in order is a great way to start the year proactively,…

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Buying and Selling at the Same Time  –  A Guide for Homeowners

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Buying and selling at the same time can be an exciting yet daunting experience for homeowners. Balancing the logistics, your finances, and getting the timing right requires careful planning and informed decision-making. In this guide, we explore key considerations to help you successfully navigate the process of selling your current property while buying a new…

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Building Your First Home: 6 Tips for Choosing the Right Builder

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Building your first home is an exciting journey that can be both challenging and rewarding. From choosing your block of land, finalising your design and then surviving the construction process, every step gets you closer to turning that key.  It can be a real rollercoaster ride, and the process can be overwhelming for a first…

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Real Estate Wise Up: Breaking Down Property Industry Jargon

The property industry is full of technical terms and jargon, making it difficult for people new to the industry to understand. Whether you’re dipping your toe in as a first home buyer, considering real estate investment, or just someone interested in the property market, it’s important to be familiar with some of the most common…

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Preparing for Auction Day: A Home Buyer’s Guide

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You’ve found the house of your dreams and can imagine living inside those walls. But it’s for sale by auction, and suddenly, you feel overwhelmed by the process. How does an auction even work? How will you bid on auction day? Can someone else bid for you? Many people find auction day to be daunting,…

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Savvy Ways to Save Money When Moving House

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Whether you’ve just bought or sold your house, moving is not a cheap experience. And it doesn’t matter if you’re moving because of job transfers, family changes or other circumstances; finding the money to pay for everything that comes with the move can be stressful. Did you know that some things won’t cost you a…

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