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Plan ahead to avoid the stress of moving house

While there is generally a great deal of excitement around a home move, there is also a great deal of stress involved, regardless of how organised you think you are.
Property Advice
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Lea Jacobs
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21 Sep 2016

How to find your city’s most family-friendly suburbs

Looking for a home for your growing family? Here’s how to find a child-friendly neighbourhood in your city.
Property Advice
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Private Property Reporter
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16 Sep 2016

Parking problems in a sectional title scheme

Parking space is very important in a sectional title scheme, however issues often arise around parking in common areas. Here are some ways to handle these issues.
Property Advice
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Private Property Reporter
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16 Sep 2016

Can I afford to buy a home?

Buying a new home is an exciting but often daunting process of juggling needs and wants against what you can practically afford based on your monthly income.
Property Advice
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Hollard
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15 Sep 2016

Selling? Here's how to stage your home for photos

First impressions count a lot and with online searches having become the most popular way to start looking for a new home, good photographs in a listing are extremely important.
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Betterlife
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15 Sep 2016

How building naming rights affect landlords and tenants

Most people are familiar with residential and commercial property lease agreements. However, when it comes to ‘leasing’ the rights to name a building, things can become quite complicated.
Property Advice
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Jackie Gray-Parker
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14 Sep 2016

8 home-buying deal breakers to avoid

Purchasing a home is a huge financial commitment, which is why it’s crucial to thoroughly check out the property first before you make an offer.
Property Advice
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Taryn Isaac
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14 Sep 2016

Why the first offer on a home is often the best

There are exceptions to the rule, but there is a very good reason why estate agents encourage sellers to seriously consider the first offer.
Property Advice
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Lea Jacobs
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08 Sep 2016

Simple ways to save for a home deposit

Saving for a deposit is the first key step in home ownership. Consider these handy tips on how to successfully save for a home deposit.
Property Advice
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Private Property Reporter
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08 Sep 2016

Stay on top of your rental property with a mid-term inspection

Conducting an inspection of a rental property mid-way through the lease allows the landlord and tenant to identify any issues early on.
Property Advice
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Lea Jacobs
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07 Sep 2016