The benefits of pet-friendly investment properties
New Zealanders love their pets. So much so a 2007 survey found we have one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world. And that...
Making An Entrance: Upcycling Your Pot Planters
Metallic patterned pot plants are everywhere right now and we’ve got an easy way to incorporate this trend in your home - without the big...
The Six Dos and Don’ts of Applying for a Rental Property
Are you looking to apply for a rental property, but aren’t sure how to put your best foot forward? Here we’ve canvassed some of the top...
Leave no room for buyer's remorse
You can return most things you buy if you discover that they don’t fit or don’t work. But if you buy the wrong home, the chances are...
The hassle-free guide to packing
So you’ve sold your house and bought a new one – now the work of moving really begins! Packing up and moving your family and all your...
What’s in your perfect home?
Our guest bloggers from Resene take a look at what buyers want in a dream home, and how to achieve it. We've heard Dorothy from the...
Turn your rental property into a home
Source: Harcourts NZ No matter if you are an owner-occupier or renting, we all have an instinctive desire to create an individual space...
Need to know: selling your rental property
When you decide the time is right to sell your rental property, there are certain rules you need to be aware of. Notice If an owner puts...
Perfect painting
There’s no doubt about it, most Kiwis love DIY, and there aren’t many more satisfying feelings than finishing off a project at home. When...
What puts buyers off
There’s a lot of talk about what adds value and attracts buyers when it comes to getting a good price for your property. But just as...
Building plans and consents: Will they add value when you sell?
Many of us have an idea for a potential add-on or major renovation for our home, but we don’t always get around to doing it. So, when it...
The five essential marketing tools for your property
The decision to sell is made, but how do you ensure potential buyers know your house could be their dream home? Here are five top...
Ensure you're properly insured when you buy, sell or renovate
Buying, selling, moving and renovating are all major life events, and it’s important you are covered by insurance every step of the way....
What rental price should you set for your investment property?
Buyers looking to purchase an investment property to rent out often have difficulty determining the accurate rental price. There are many...
What adds value outdoors?
Adding value. It’s the holy grail of pre-sale home renovations. What are the quick, simple and, most importantly, cost effective...
