In Australia, the desire to live in a desirable school zone is growing. Competition is strong for schools with reputations for academic excellence and prominent public profiles. Examples of these are well-regarded public secondary schools McKinnon Secondary School, Balwyn High School and Glen Waverley Secondary School. School catchment areas are divided sharply into boundaries which …
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The A to Z of Building Terms: Part Two
Welcome to Part Two of our A to Z of building terms. This list is not exhaustive – we have chosen a selection of common terms you may come across in the course of building, buying or renovating your home. A FASCIA BOARD is a long, straight board that runs along the lower edge of …
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 …
Has My House Sprung A Leak?
With a wet, humid summer upon us, turn your thoughts to how water-tight your home is and how to tell if it has sprung a leak. While the main structural elements of your home are already designed to keep water and the elements out (these being the roof, walls, windows and floor) – there are …
The Post-Covid Exodus and Suburbs to Watch in 2021
There’s no denying it: 2020 brought about changes big and small to the way we live, socialise and work. One change that is likely to last long-term is the ability for more of us to work remotely, or to significantly reduce the amount of time spent commuting to an office. This shift in work culture …
Should I Buy A Holiday Home?
If you’ve ever spent a blissful week on holiday somewhere warm and sunny, you may be tempted to buy a house or apartment in that location, with visions of family holiday memories, extra cash from rental income and a stake in the Australian dream of owning a holiday house. While a holiday home can be …