Melbourne is expanding rapidly, with almost 2000 people moving to this highly liveable city every week. Therefore, although the well-known areas continue to be popular amongst home buyers, many completely new or formerly industrial locations are undergoing significant transformation to become the newest residential hotspots. So if you are buying today, what should you look for? See below for our tips on...

An extra room within the residential property is always a welcome addition. As a secondary dwelling, granny flats usually come complete with almost all the facilities found in the primary dwelling. Whether detached, attached or part conversation of the main dwellings, they usually come complete with a living area, kitchen and bathroom. Some of them especially those completely detached from the primary...

Are you preparing to sell your house? Does the idea of an open house seem daunting? It is important to make your home look as appealing as possible to attract potential buyers. Read on to discover a few tips and tricks that’ll make your open house more memorable - your house will be sold in no time. Take Advantage of New Technology Do you have Snapchat? Have you seen and used the cool new...

Have you recently moved into a new home? Looking for some cool yet practical gadgets to make the place more interesting? Look no further. Read on to discover some of the best gadgets to get for your new space. All products mentioned can be found on Gear Hungry – an independent digital magazine dedicated to delivering you the very best and bizarre gadgets. Smart Bluetooth Padlock The majority of...

Your bedroom is the one room that you want to be welcoming, relaxing and cosy. Whilst the rest of your home’s décor may follow a consistent theme, your bedroom is a space that you can make a little more personal and have some fun introducing colours, styles and details that reflect your personal style. Here is a selection of décor tips to help you design a bedroom that you feel...

For the longest time, beachside houses and condos have been the default ‘dream home’ option for Aussie home buyers. But that’s all changing. In recent years, the Australian real estate market has witnessed a new and growing trend: residential golf estates. Increasingly popular among first home buyers and retirees alike, these lifestyle estates offer comfortable high-end living, while...

The roof of your house can sustain damage from heavy winter weather, storms, and the build-up of moss and algae, fallen tree branches and leaves. Now that summer is on its way, it’s a good time to check that your roof is in tip-top condition and tackle any maintenance and repair issues. Inspection First, you need to get up onto your roof to have a look at what’s going on up there. Use a...

Changes to tax laws mean that many buy-to-let investors are facing heftier tax bills than they were initially expecting, causing increasing numbers to look for effective loopholes. Formerly, all the mortgage interest of a buy-to-let property could be deducted from the rental income for tax purposes, meaning that higher rate tax payers would pay 40% on the net amount. Recent changes in the law means that...

Is there anything better than hanging out in your garden? When the sun is shining and the days are long, it’s the perfect place to spend a peaceful afternoon, and it’s a great space to entertain friends and family in too. Here are some tips for making the most of your outdoor space this summer.  Reinvigorate your lawn At this time of year, your lawn is in ‘full flight’. Mow...

Mark Siffin, the Chairman and CEO of the Maefield Development Platform family of companies since its inception in 1991, is a man of rare and extraordinary vision. His background in trading with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and his long-standing fascination with both real estate and global trading markets positioned him perfectly for the role he now plays, planning the strategic direction of Maefield...