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Bacon, Cheese and Tomato Quiche
INGREDIENTS1 Packet of Savoury Short Crust Pastry200g Smoked Back or Streaky Bacon, chopped250g Cheddar Cheese, grated3 Tomatoes, sliced5 Eggs, beaten100ml Milk200ml Double CreamSalt and pepper2 Sprigs of Fresh Thyme, stalks discardedMETHODLine a well-buttered, deep-sided 22cm flan dish with the pastry. Don’t cut off the excess pastry yet. Chill for 30 minutes.Preheat the oven to 200°C.…
Buy or sell first? 7 factors to help you decide
With confidence returning to the property market, owners with medium-term plans to sell are asking two key questions.Many buyers want to know if now is the right time to move, and whether it's best to sell first and then purchase, or to find their next dream home and then put your current place on the…
Six cleaning errors that make your home dirtier
There are few more essential steps in preparing your home for sale than ensuring it is sparkling clean.Nothing deters prospective buyers faster than walking into a home to find it dirty or untidy.When cleaning your home in preparation for a viewing or open house, it is essential to focus on the kitchen and bathrooms, followed…
Avoid these seven bad DIY habits
Discipline around maintenance is essential to keep your home in great condition as neglected properties can cost a lot of money to put right before a sale.A worse result is when a property fails to reach its value potential because it's rundown.While many buyers may be home-hunting for a fixer-upper, more want a property requiring…
Your veggie patch can turn heads this winter
With the chilly weather fast approaching, it's the perfect time to start planning winter crops in your back garden.And if you've never thought of popping a few veggie seeds into pots or creating a vegetable patch, this may be the ideal moment.The brisk conditions we've been experiencing are perfect for so-called cold-season crops, such as…
Recipe of the month: Lemon Ricotta and Honey Cheesecake
Ingredients half a packet of digestive biscuits or amaretti biscuits5 tbsp. ground almonds55g (1/4 cup) caster sugar100g butter melted295g ( approx. 1 1/3 cups) caster sugar250g mascarpone or soft cream cheese500g ricottaJuice from half a lemon4 eggshalf a cup of runny honey2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest1/2 tsp vanilla extract1 1/2 tbsp. corn starch mixed with…
How to emergency declutter before buyers arrive
It's amazing how “our stuff” can have an emotional hold on us and complicate what should be the simple task of decluttering our home.The simple idea of getting rid of unnecessary possessions (and let's face it, they'll cost you money to move them when you've found your next dream home) is harder than it seems.Additional…
How to care for your pets when moving
When you start planning a move to a new home, your mind buzzes with a thousand thoughts, yet one important decision may be forgotten: what to do with your pets?Moving home can be a source of anxiety for cats and dogs that have grown familiar with their current surroundings and even the local neighborhood.On the…
What is a Pre-Settlement Inspection
Pre-Settlement InspectionsThe sale and purchase agreement provides the chance for you to check the property and chattels are in the same condition they were when you signed the agreement to buy the property and that the seller has met any conditions listed in the agreement. The inspection is not an opportunity to uncover problems that…
Everything you need to know if your home was affected by the floods
What you need to know if your home has been affected by extreme weather eventsWe’ve been dealt some tough blows in 2023 so far. Floods, cyclone damage, rising interest rates, pressure on the renovation sector. If you’ve been impacted by the floods and cyclone – or both – then you might be navigating an insurance…
Recipe of the month: Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake
Ingredients1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin3 large garlic cloves thinly sliced4 to 5 San Marzano peeled tomatoes2 handfuls fresh spinach*2 (15 oz) cans Cannellini white beans rinsed and drained1 tablespoon water1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakeskosher salt and black pepper2 cups shredded mozzarellaInstructionsPre-heat the oven to 475 degrees. In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Fry the garlic until lightly golden, about 1 minute. Add…
5 upgrades that might not actually increase your home’s value
When it comes to renovating not every upgrade will add value to your home. Before you start spending money to make money, here are some important points to considerWe all have a wish list of how we want our homes to be and thinking of possibilities is a big part of the excitement of owning…
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