If you’ve ever dreamed of building your own – perfect – house, you know just how disheartening it can be to consider how long it could take to have the money to not only buy the land for your home, but to also have the money to have the house built with just the right additions and fittings. Each one by itself might seem attainable, but together it feels impossible on your current...

Mid-century modern interiors are all about organic functional living. Think functional structures, and only essential details. Back in the 1950’s outdoor- indoor living was revolutionary for an average American. Mid-century modern homes took advantage of this revolution bringing the outdoors to the indoor, with sliding doors, wide windows, and patios. The objective was to create a connection with...

If you are considering your first or next investment, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind to ensure your best possible success. What Is Buy-To-Let? A buy-to-let property investment is the purchase of a property that is intended to be rented out to tenants. It can generate income through the profit made on the monthly rent whilst also providing capital gains when you decide to sell the...

Investing in property is different than buying a second home since you need to approach it as a business decision. Making mistakes with the purchase are literally costly, whether you cannot earn enough from the rent to pay the expenses or cannot recoup your investment when you sell. Here are some tips for investment property buyers. Consider the Taxes Consider the taxes you’ll have to pay for an...

Moving is a pain. It’s stressful, it’s messy, it’s – probably – disorganised and by the end of the day all you want to do is collapse into your bed. There’s just one problem – it’s probably still packed up. And so the stress begins again. Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do to help the moving process go a little more smoothly. While it may be...

Thinking of buying a holiday home? It’s vital to understand that although a holiday home is a great place to treat your friends or family members to a long weekend away from reality, it’s a large commitment that requires significant investment. Buying a property abroad can be a rollercoaster of emotion; from excitement to despair. It can be a challenging time for all, from submitting an ehic...

When you see yourself buying a rental investment property, note that you are about to make a wise decision in your life.  Being a landlord is not an easy feat as the process of owning a rental property to managing the unit can be challenging and exhausting.  However, knowing the massive benefits that such investment bring, you’ll be more than interested to hit the market right away. When...

Searching for a new home can be a daunting process. From securing a home loan to finding enough bedrooms at a right price to suit your family and your budget, it can be overwhelming. However, the most stressful part of the process is going to be making sure that the home you buy is stable enough, and safe enough, for your family to thrive. Fortunately, there are things to look for to make sure your new...

From checking the insurance status of your new home to making last-minute arrangements with your removal company and then sending notifications of change of address, there are so many things to keep track of to ensure your home moving is smooth and successful. Moving home could get stressful and energy-draining if you don’t make all the right preparations. Be sure to draw up a final checklist and...

If you are a newlywed and are ready to own your own home but you cannot afford to purchase a single-family home, you should consider condo living. Condo living avoids many of the headaches and the conflicts involved in single home ownership. If you are considering buying a condo but you are still on the fence, you should consider all of the benefits of owning a condo. 1. Condo Living Is Cost...