Tag: real estate

5 interior colours that will stand the test of time

Choosing colours for the home is a seriously daunting decision for most homeowners. Context is everything and colours should always be selected according to a few things – the quality of natural light your particular home receives, the style and location of your home, and the feel you’re striving to achieve. That said, here are.

Interest in land surges as dream home buyers flock to Gold Coast

For buyers looking for land to build their dream home, sunshine, space and access to great lifestyle opportunities are increasingly must-haves. The Gold Coast has long been a popular holiday destination with Australians seeking their fix of sunshine and surf. However, in recent times, it has been firmly in the sights of buyers looking for.

Put an autumn clean at the top of your to-do list

The idea of a bigger house clean in spring is so entrenched in our culture that the very words “spring cleaning” brings to mind a spotless and deeply clean home. Yet spring does only come once a year and, let’s face it, there are many jobs that benefit from being tackled more often. And, for.

How much does it cost to rent on the Gold or Sunshine Coast?

The tsunami-sized sea-change trend is sparking a rental crisis across two of Queensland’s top coastal cities, with weekly rents reaching record heights that rival parts of inner-city Sydney and Canberra. Some locals have been forced to squat or live in their cars. The Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast are now among two of the most.

How often do you really need to clean your house?

It’s difficult to believe now but there was a time, late last century, when the frequency with which one had to clean one’s household was not up for debate. Firm rules regarding sheets, towels and other grotty materials were handed down, usually from mother to daughter. But times change, and although women are still doing.

Record house prices smashed in ten Coast suburbs

Record house prices have been smashed in ten Gold Coast suburbs in 2021 as outrageous demand for residential property across the region shows no sign of slowing. From waterfront homes to hinterland retreats, property is being snapped up at lightning speed with sellers achieving eye-watering prices, amid strong inquiry from interstate and overseas buyers. Suburbs.

How to choose the best home for your health

It may not be surprising to learn that 80 per cent of people in the developed world live in urban settings, but did you know that 90 per cent of our time is spent indoors? According to the Heart Foundation, the built environment has become our natural environment and this has a profound influence on.

Brisbane and Gold Coast among world’s best luxury cities

Four Australian cities including Brisbane and the Gold Coast have been named among the top 60 luxury residential markets in the world. Brisbane emerged in 57th spot, the Gold Coast was two spots higher (55th), while Melbourne came in at 44 and Sydney was Australia’s best performer slipping into 27th place. This was off the.

How to negotiate a lower interest rate with your lender in five simple steps

Did you know you can pick up the phone at any time and try to get a better deal from your lender? If you said no, you may be among the large cohort of Australians who feel confused and disempowered by the lending landscape. More than half of Australians are unaware that borrowers with variable.