What do you need in a first home?So you’ve made the decision to purchase your first home - well done! You might be thinking to yourself “Now, what’s next?” It’s natural...
6 mistakes to avoid as a first-time sellerSelling a property for the first time can be a big learning curve. It can also be an emotional time, as you prepare to part with a home...
What effect do our surroundings have on us?Now, more than ever, our surroundings are important. They can affect our moods and wellbeing and it has been shown that there is a direct...
2020 Tips to freshen up your houseA little reset on a space that may have grown little tired over time can be a game changer for the overall feel of your house. You don’t...
What does an interior designer do and where do you find one?For some, the idea of rethinking a space is an exciting challenge they can’t wait to take on. For everyone else, they don’t know where to...
Styling ideas to create a magazine-ready homeby Anita Shirley Harrisons Interior Designer, Anita Shirley, has gathered her top design ideas, so you can create a home worthy of any...
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO SELL A HOUSE?The best time to sell a house is when buyer activity is buoyant and when there is a shortage of properties for sale. Often referred to as...
SHOULD I HOME STAGE MY HOUSE TO SELL?Home Staging can halve the days on market because it attracts more interest, more quickly and often multiple offers. We have assisted...
Should you add that extra bedroom?As we all come out of lockdown and reassess our living situations, a common question Kiwi’s are asking themselves is ‘Should we move, or...
Time to refinance: Should you?Before I answer that question it’s worth defining what ‘refinance’ actually means because it’s a word people use in different ways. Some...
Tips for getting your first home depositSo you’ve decided to buy your first home - congratulations! Now that you’ve made the decision to pursue your dream of homeownership in...
Tips for saving towards a home renovationIf have been considering renovating your kitchen, giving your bathroom a do-over or just simply extending your deck, but not sure where...
Covid-19: My tenant can not pay their rent, what now?Navigating your way through Covid-19 We understand that as a landlord you can’t just stop paying your mortgage, insurance, rates and...
Creative decluttering and storage ideasWhether you’re looking to make a dent in your spring cleaning or getting your house ready for sale, decluttering and cleaning your home...
Your ultimate cleaning checklistWhile we are all stuck indoors with some time on our hands we can tackle those parts of the house that haven’t had much attention during...
5 ways to add value to your homeIf you're planning to sell your home in the future, or you just want to make your house the best it can be, home improvements can be...
How to create buyer appeal when selling your homePreparing a home for sale can be a big task. After so many years living in the place, it can be hard to see the areas of appeal that will...
Investing in Property in 3 Simple StepsOwning an investment property has long been a part of the Kiwi dream. For many first-home buyers, buying a smaller rental property in a...