Buying a home is a big decision. Saving a deposit to buy in one of our capital cities is a lengthy process, and requires discipline and patience. Arranging finance, researching an area, attending inspections and working with a real estate agent to find a suitable property are time-consuming activities. If you have found a home …
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Make a Lockdown List
Melbourne is experiencing its fourth lockdown and once again, normal life has been interrupted. Feel like your property goals have been put on hold? It’s frustrating when it feels like nothing is happening. Never fear. There are plenty of things you can do to keep your motivation moving and your plans in motion while lockdowns …
New Home Construction Inspections – Get the Facts at Every Stage
If you are building a new home, you already know how much is at stake. It’s a huge commitment – financially, emotionally and time-wise. A small investment in a quality new home inspection at each stage of your build can safeguard your investment and potentially avoid the heartache of future building disputes and legal bills …
A Pre-Sale Building and Pest Inspection Can Help You Sell Your Home
Arranging a building and pest inspection is an essential part of the process when buying a home. While the cost of this inspection is usually borne by a potential purchaser, many vendors see the wisdom in arranging this type of inspection themselves. If you are selling your home, arranging a pre-sale building and pest inspection …
The A to Z of Building Terms: Part 3
Welcome to part three of our A to Z of building terms. We have chosen a selection of common terms you may come across in the process of buying, building, selling or renovating your home. A KEEPER is the metal latch plate in a door frame into which a doorknob plunger latches. A KING POST …
Have You Thought About Selling in Autumn?
As summer slowly transitions to autumn, there are many good reasons to put your home on the market. Autumn, with its crisp days, drifts of richly-coloured leaves and the cosinesss open fires and indoor living, is a favourite season of many. Maximise the appeal of your home if you are selling in autumn by following …