2021

Buying a new property can be one of the most important things you will do in your life, whether it’s a first home or investment property. A lot of money is at stake, not to mention reams of paperwork to read through before you sign on the dotted line. Sometimes, having a mortgage broker on your side can offer unparalleled peace of mind. Watch out for some of the following qualities, so you know which...

Before I dive deep into what rent to own it, I thought it's best to let the readers know what it actually is. Rent to own is basically an official agreement between the property owner (seller) and the tenant (buyer). It is also known as leasing or lease to own agreement in which both the seller and buyer agree that the potential buyer will be able to purchase the property later on once he has completed...

When you are buying furniture, it is easy to end up feeling like something has gone wrong at some point. The exact reason might be impossible to pinpoint - something in a room may feel off, or you might not quite manage to match the atmospheres created by furniture as it is marketed to you.   Designing a home that would fit right into a magazine is any homeowner's goal, but getting caught up in...

Ranch-Style homes are just as popular as ever in the US, with over two thirds of buyers looking for the versatility of a single-storey layout and spacious open floor plans. The traditional style has always been closely connected with the history of America, becoming popular in the 1920s as people headed west to start a new life. Now the iconic design can now be found around the globe,...

  A small living area can leave your interior decor dreams in a real lull. You want bring your  personality into your space, but you're afraid it may cramp the room. You would love to sectionalise your floor space, but it may end up becoming a cluttered living room. What if we told you decorating a small room without scampering for space? All it takes is a little tweak here and a little...

  If you're considering bringing home a furry friend, there's a great deal of preparation that precedes welcoming them. From stocking their supplies to preparing your children to welcome a fur sibling, adopting a pet is no mean feat. One of the most tedious, and yet most necessary activities is making your home a pet-friendly space. If you’re wondering where to get started,...

  Your outdoor area is one of the first things visors and passers-by notice about your property. How you decorate and maintain it speaks volumes about your personal style and way of life. Besides, if you're lucky enough to have an outdoor space in your home, why wouldn't you make the most of it, right? If you're looking for ideas to spruce up your outdoor space without having to break the bank,...

Moving out of home for the first time can be a very big step but it’s one that every young adult has to make eventually. With property and rental prices only getting higher and higher, it’s enough for hard for younger people to make the leap and move out of home. The financial situation, the changing social mores which have made it more acceptable to live with your parents well into your...

  If you are a working Singaporean adult but not someone of advanced age, chances are, you’ve never really thought about writing your last will and testament or setting up a trust for your children. Chances are, you’ve never really thought about any element of estate planning at all, believing that it’s far too early in your life to be thinking about your own mortality. You...

Many home sellers have an American Dream of a stress-free sale where they can list their houses, get a dependable buyer, and collect money before handing over the keys. However, the reality is that putting a home on sale encompasses a lot of moving parts, some of which you may easily control, but others will be out of your hand. For instance, geography may determine how your home will linger on the...