What can I do at an open home? 1. Ask questions The agent is there to sell the property, so ask as many questions as you like! Also feel free to call the agent after the open house if you have additional questions. 2. Check if anything is broken or squeaks It’s totally okay to…
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How to set a budget for your first home If you’re a first-home buyer, your budget will be based on how much you’ve saved and the amount of money you can borrow. Find out how to determine your borrowing capacity, how much you need for a deposit, plus tips for saving money and cutting back…
1. Paint is your best friend Painting is often named as the best return on investment you can make when it comes to improving the look of your home. But don’t be limited by just painting the walls: Consider a treatment for cupboards, doors or even look at respraying a dated bathroom, which can add…
Moving day. It’s never going to be 100% stress-free, but a little bit of planning will go a long way towards making it much more bearable. Below are a few examples of tasks that should be done well in advance, plus a few extra tips on how to make the move as smooth as possible.…
Buyers will judge a book by its cover Before a buyer locks in a viewing, they will do a drive by. No matter how good the interior of your home looks, they have already judged your home before they walk through the door. You never have a second chance to make a first impression. The…
1. Check your finances This can be as simple as calculating your expenses and offsetting them against your total income and assets. This will give you an idea of how much money you have to invest. Don’t immediately assume you can’t afford to buy an investment property. As long as you have a stable, reasonably…