Project managing pre-sale renovations
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,
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,
There is an innate desire in all of us to ‘do it ourselves’. To complete a job that needs doing without requiring any paid help, if at all possible. Nowhere is this more prevalent than around
Many of us have fallen in love with working from home over the last few years: the 5-second commute, attending ‘meetings’ in your track pants, no one stealing your snacks from the office fridge. The
Shelter. Aside from air and water, it’s the most important human need. Where would we be without a place to call home? Whether it’s an apartment, a townhouse, a quarter-acre block, a minivan or a
So often, what is good for your wallet is also good for the planet. When you make changes to your home to make it more energy-efficient, it reduces the amount of power required to heat
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
A dry home is a healthy home. Plus, when your home is dry it is easier to heat, which means it’s a more comfortable place to live. It can also save you money on your
Before we get into the ins and outs of how to avoid overcapitalising, the first question you need to answer is: How long do you plan to own this home? If the answer is 1
Styling your home to increase its potential sale value doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. Start with the following ideas and you will be well on your way to achieving a great result.
The bags are packed, the out-of-office is on and you are ready to enjoy some valuable time off. Before you skip town, it’s important to ensure the safety of your biggest asset. Take a few
Reducing food waste saves you money. It is estimated that in western countries, around 30% of all food is thrown away each year. According to the UN, nearly 1/2 of all fruit and vegetables produced
How good are you at completing jobs that are important, but not urgent? For many of us, we understand that taking good care of our biggest asset (our home) is important, but property maintenance takes
What is compost? Compost is organic material that can be added to soil to help plants grow. Food scraps and yard waste together currently make up more than 28 per cent of what we throw
Even if you aren’t thinking of selling anytime soon, it’s important to consider future resale value when making changes to your home. These 5 cost-effective home improvements will increase the liveability of your home, provide
Are you looking for cost-effective ways to add value to your home? Would you like to increase your potential selling price or valuation without spending the earth? When it comes to renovating, costs can spiral
When it comes time to re-fix your mortgage interest rate, keep this in mind: The rate the bank is publicly advertising, isn’t usually the best possible rate you can get. Banks want you to take
Based on Taranaki’s median sale price, traditional real estate agents charge around $26,725. It comes as no surprise that sellers are unhappy paying such high commissions, and we agree it’s unnecessary. Arizto found flaws in the way traditional real estate is performed and created a better solution for Kiwis. Get started by requesting a free appraisal to find out how much your New Plymouth property is worth.
