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Telltale signs you're ready to sell your home

We all outgrow things and there are usually several signs that it's time to start packing those boxes and looking for a more suitable property.  And while we know this is not the time to become emotional, we are all human and ...

What’s included when you buy or sell a property?
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What’s included when you buy or sell a property?

Avoid confusion during a property transaction with this guide on how to differentiate between movable and fixed property. You rescued that genuine Victorian broekie lace when they demolished ...

The importance of being honest with your agent
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The importance of being honest with your agent

No one really likes disclosing their personal financial details to a virtual stranger, however, when it comes to buying property, it pays to be honest and upfront with your agent.  Agents qualify buyers as a matter of course ...

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The Importance of Finding the Right Agent

We have all undoubtedly heard that estate agents are basically out to fleece both buyers and sellers and that they earn far too much money for doing very little. Fortunately, while there may be those who don't practice according ...

A letter to my Valentine
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A letter to my Valentine

Dearest of Dearests. You know that I’m not a sentimental fool, but today of all days I just felt I wanted to write to you to thank you for making my dreams come true. From the moment we met, I knew we were meant for each other. ...

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Steps for time efficient AGMs

It will soon be time for sectional title schemes to hold their Annual General Meetings, and while many body corporate members will often want to avoid attending, seeing it as a long drawn out ...

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Collecting special levies in sectional title schemes

In ideal situations the normal levies collected in a sectional title scheme will cover all the operating expenses as well as any larger maintenance or repair projects that are due, but cases do ...

Home inspection industry in for a shake-up?
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Home inspection industry in for a shake-up?

Cowboy home inspectors watch out! A new bill will seek to define and regulate their role in the property industry. The Estate Agents Affairs Board (EAAB) recently announced that the Property Practitioner’s Bill is being ...

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Choosing an estate agent

Looking for an estate agent to help you sell your home? Here’s some advice you’ll want - because your choice of agent can make all the difference. Looking for an estate agent to help you sell your home? Here’s some advice ...