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No More Estate Agent Fees
Follow a few simple guidelines, and marketing your own home can be easy. And it will save you thousands.
The recent property boom has a lot of people thinking of selling. Unfortunately, the costs of selling can really eat into your profit. There's nothing we can do about stamp duty, but one cost we can...
Architect or Building Designer - Who Do You Choose?
Thinking of building a new home or complex? Will you use an architect or a building designer?
Both are involved in the design of buildings - their appearance, layout, structure, and so on. But what's the difference?
The simplest difference is a legal one. To be called an "architect" in NSW, you have...
10 Feng Shui Tips for a Better Life
Ever walked into a house that felt like home? Ever reminisced about the best year of your life, and wondered why everything came together for you? It could be Feng Shui.
Simply put, Feng Shui is about creating a harmonious environment. It's the ancient Chinese Science and Art of placement, intended to...
Why Use a Property Manager?
Most experienced property investors use property managers. Why? Because they make you money.
Property management isn't just about collecting rent. It's about ensuring your property is always rented, ensuring you have the best possible tenants, and ensuring you're getting the best possible rent. It's...
Customer Service - the Real Estate Revolution
Traditionally, real estate has been viewed as a sales industry. But perceptions are changing. Agents around the country are coming to believe that the key to real estate success is service - not sales.
Competition and technology now give customers almost unlimited choices, so agents are having to work...
How to stop a leak in a pipe
Learning how to stop a leak in a pipe can be very useful, not only when we actually need to fix a pipe but also before we do, since there are many chances we will have a leaking pipe sometime.
How to repair a stucco wall
Due to its special characteristics, a stucco wall can be very tricky to be fixed.
How to clear tub clog
Most clogs are going to be relatively near the top of the pipe that you are going to unclog.
Choosing the right paint for your walls
The three important things that you need to consider when you're choosing the right paint for your walls are: type of paint, sheen, and color.
How to install a lavatory sink
When it comes to installing a lavatory, there are several different methods to choose from depending on the type of lavatory you're looking to install.
How to remove old wall covering
Removing old wall covering or wallpaper is usually a very unattractive task, and knowing some tricks that could make it easier might be of invaluable help.
Before painting a window
Painting a window is one of those tasks that we often think are completely basic and do not have any special tricks, but as a matter of fact, there are some guidelines we should follow in order to do a really professional job.
Some tips for sodding the lawn
Sodding the lawn is usually a hard task, but which can be very rewarding after is done.
How to install a border
You can install a border around any of your planters or yard areas.
How to install new wall covering
Installing new wall covering can cause a room to look completely different than before and can be a great way of renewing it without having to change the furniture or other decorative elements.
How to repair a leaky gutter
A leaky gutter can seem a more complicated thing to fix than it might actually be when knowing and following some simple steps as the ones we will describe through the next few lines.
How to sharpen a lawn mower blade
There is an important reason by which you should sharpen your lawn mower blade: if you do not do so every now and then, the blade would not cut the grass as cleanly as it should and would start ripping it.
How to install a hardwood floor
The first decision that you need to make before you get to work choosing the materials for your hardwood floor is whether or not you are going to be doing the finishing on your own.
Some tips for painting furniture
Painting furniture can be a fun and exciting way of providing a room with a new style and appearance.
Tips for painting a door
Although painting a door usually seems and is a very easy task, there are some important tips you might want to take into account in order to do the work as good as possible.
All about fire safety in your home
There are a few things that you should keep in mind to keep your home safe from fires.
How to build an outdoor kitchen
If you want to have an outdoor kitchen, you will first need to make sure that you are ready for the commitment.
How to install a wall to wall carpet
The first step in installing wall to wall carpet is going to be getting rid of the old carpet first.
How to install vinyl flooring
Before you start to install any vinyl flooring, you need to decide whether or not you're planning on replacing the flooring at any point in the future.
What should be included in your toolbox at home?
Even if you do not think that you're going to be doing a lot of home improvement work in your house, you should still have a toolbox on hand just in case.
Types of light bulbs
Before you install any lighting in your home, you should make sure that you know what type of lights are going to work the best for you.
How to repair cracked vinyl siding
Although vinyl siding has many advantages over wood and does not wear as easily, sometimes it can be cracked and might have to be replaced.
How to clean a faucet aerator
Cleaning a faucet aerator is one of the most common basic tasks that need to be done now and then.
How to install a dimmer switch
Installing a dimmer switch can allow you changing the mood of the room in a more important way than you might have imagined, and it can allow you to be in different environments without moving from one room to other.
How to install an under-the-sink water filter
Installing a water filter can be very important, especially in those cases where water has more chlorine or minerals than we might wish, or when we simply want to make sure of having as pure as possible water.