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Few owners seeking quotes to install solar panels do so without asking a fundamental question about the future: will I be able to charge an electric vehicle?While solar panels are a great asset for reducing your utility bills, many fail the ultimate test of being able to power an EV.Buyers are now increasingly asking whether…
Signs your water heater is about to breakdown
A water heater might be the last piece of domestic equipment you'd expect to fail in late spring or summer. Usually, that little disaster reserves itself for cold winter nights when hot water is essential.However, the unfortunate truth is that a water heater can break down at any time of the year.It usually takes you…
Avoid being floored by apartment rules
Renovating an apartment can be a tricky business. Owners must follow tightly controlled rules and regulations enforced by a strata committee or owners' corporation on behalf of all residents in the block.You can't simply alter the outside of your apartment, such as installing new windows or doors, without written permission.Strata rules, which are also known…
Can good schools really boost property prices?
One question that often perplexes many buyers is the value that should be placed on a home in the catchment area of a good school.How much extra should you expect to spend simply because good schools are on your doorstep? Is it worth $20,000 or even $50,000?Of course, if you don't have a young family,…
Crispy Potatoes with Jammy Eggs and Bacon
INGREDIENTS113g bacon900g red potatoes, quarteredolive oilkosher salt3 stalks celery, shaved thin1 shallot, shaved thin2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 large lemon, juiced2 tbsp dill leaves1 tbsp chopped chives, plus more to garnish6 eggs2 tbsp honey2 handfuls watercress4 oz crumbled blue cheeseflaky sea saltfreshly cracked black pepperMETHODPreheat the oven to 180°C. Lay the bacon in an…
You won’t feel fenced in with these options
Owners can pour their heart and soul into creating a beautiful garden as part of their preparation for selling, but if the fencing looks shoddy, it's a problem. It won't matter whether the roses are in bloom or the trees are in fruit, buyers will look at rotting or falling fencing and see dollar signs that…
Quality front door an open-and-shut case
Making a great first impression is one of the most essential recommendations for any home.One element often ignored is the front door, which can set the tone for the rest of the property.If yours is a little shabby or weather-worn, we have some suggestions for you, highlighting how to select an appropriate replacement. Style The age and…
Your home security checklist
Your home security checklistSelecting the right security system for your home can be a challenge, given the bewildering array of products available in store and online.Follow these tips to create your own list of priorities so you don't overspend or buy a solution that doesn't make you feel safer.Avoid confrontationLet's highlight the most crucial recommendation…
Banana, Coconut and Honey Cream Tarts
INGREDIENTS:1 Sheet of Short PastryFilling1⁄4 cup sugar1⁄4 cup honey2 tablespoons cornflour1⁄4 teaspoon salt2 1⁄2 cups milk2 egg yolks, beaten1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 cup heavy creamTopping4 bananas cut into smaller pieces2 tablespoons plus2 teaspoons sugarToasted coconut flakesHoney for drizzlingMETHOD:Preheat the oven to 200 ̊C. Line 8 mini tart pans with the short pastry…
How to say goodbye to winter weeds forever
Winter can take its toll on your garden, especially if it suffers unduly from being in the shade. Weeds pop up as plants struggle for light, and mould and grime hang on to pavers, making them dull and unsightly.Weeds also sprout in the cracks of your pavers and must be dealt with before overwhelming a…
Seven factors will influence whether you buy or sell first
With our property market in transition, recording six months of consecutive growth, many owners with medium-term plans to sell are now asking two key questions.Is it the right time to move? And if I'm ready to take the plunge, should I buy first and then purchase or vice versa?While upgrading your property can be exciting,…
Recipe of the month: Spicy Szechuan Noodles with Garlic Chili Oil
INGREDIENTSWide Chinese wheat noodles1 stalk spring onion - choppedHandful of coriander - choppedSesame seeds - for garnishSzechuan Garlic Chili Oil Sauce3 cloves garlic - minced1 to 2 Tablespoons Szechuan chili flakes - or to taste3 Tablespoons vegetable oil1 Tablespoon dark soy sauce - substitute with regular soy sauce2 to 3 teaspoons Chinese black vinegar -…
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