Resources to help you along your property journey.

 There's an old adage in real estate that goes:"It's not the house that increases in value, it's the land beneath it..."Meaning, the land is the scarce resource that actually represents the majority of the value in any property asset. Technically, the structure on top of the land actually depreciates (drops in value) over time as…

Ingredients300 ml double cream2 level tablespoons caster sugar400 g quality dark chocolate, (70%)90 g unsalted butter, at room temperature100 ml milk1 tart shell, baked blindquality cocoa powder, for dustingMethodPlace the double cream, sugar, and a tiny pinch of sea salt in a pan and bring to a boil.Break up the chocolate.As soon as the mixture has…

 Many of us dream of moving to another home one day. But often, when we start thinking of the practical implications of getting ready to move, the obstacles start mounting and the dream of a move becomes simply that - a dream.When you own a home, it's an emotional safe-haven and also an investment. Often the…

The hardest part of selling a property is getting it ready to sell. If you can nail the preparation, the marketing should take care of itself (as long as you choose the right salesperson). In this guide, we'll share tips to help you through the process. Ideas that should minimise stress and maximise your result.Step 1. Decide…

 You will often hear the media talk about buyer's markets and seller's markets, which begs the question - what do these terms mean?In the real estate world, a buyers market describes a situation where buyers have more choice. There are more listings available than in a seller's market, meaning that at any one time a…

IngredientsBURGERBurger bunsRed onion thinly slicedTomatoesIceberg LettuceCheeseBeetrootEggs (fried)PATTYMince1/2 cup of Beadcrumbs1 Egg2 tbsp Worcestershire1 tsp of Salt1/2 tsp of Pepper1 tsp of Tomato relish1 tsp of Garlic powder1 tsp of dried OreganoSAUCE½ cup Mayonnaise¼ cup Tomato sauce2 tsp Sweet pickle relish2 tsp Granulated sugar2 tsp White vinegar1 tsp PepperMethodTo make the burger sauce, combine all listed…

 Insurance is a major expense for every homeowner. When you take out a policy though, it's usually at a time when you are in a hurry. You might be in the middle of trying to secure finance to make an offer, or in a rush to arrange your settlement day. You probably don't have a…

 The first thing to understand is that lots of houses sell with unconsented changes. It's more common than you might think.The key to a successful transaction is to be upfront with all the relevant information right from the start.Buyers genuinely want to buy a property and they don't necessarily expect it to be perfect. What…

 When it comes to buying a home, one of the most exciting points in the process is when you realise you are going to make an offer. Suddenly your heart rate rises and you switch into action mode. Ready to do whatever is necessary to make the property yours.When you find yourself in that moment…

The journey of buying a home often begins in an unfamiliar location. This could come about if you are constrained by budget, moving to a new area for a job, trying to stay close to family or any number of other reasons.Buying in a suburb or town you aren't familiar with can be daunting. So…

 One of the first questions we get asked by owners who are thinking of selling is:Do we need to renovate before we sell?Smart owners realise that presentation has a big impact on the final sale price and are keen to maximise the result. At the same time, your thoughts are probably already focused on your…

 Ingredients2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2 and 1/4 teaspoons of any instant yeast1/2 cup whole milk1/4 cup water3 Tablespoons unsalted butter1 large egg3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract2–3 Tablespoons strong brewed coffee…