HouseSelling

Live your best life in 2018 - finding your dream home

MyPropertyLife — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 01:38:36 GMT

No matter what you want to achieve in 2018, you can’t do it without a place to call home. Somewhere to rest, re-energise, enjoy your hobbies, and be comfortable. So this year, why not consider what it is that would make your ‘dream house’ and work towards grabbing it with both hands.

Thinking about selling your home? Here’s what you need to do first…

MyPropertyLife — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 01:27:05 GMT

There probably aren’t too many people who rush into selling their homes without giving it much thought. But even so - it can be some of the most simple things that homeowners forget to consider before they put up the ‘For Sale’ sign. Make sure you do your due diligence by taking care of the six points below.

Know thy neighbour - and increase the value of your home

MyPropertyLife — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 01:41:43 GMT

Most homeowners spend plenty of time (and money) on making their properties appealing and attractive to potential buyers. But what about what’s outside your front gate? How does the neighbourhood around you affect the value of your house?

What’s all the fuss about ‘street appeal’?

MyPropertyLife — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 22:01:38 GMT

From renovating the kitchen, to upgrading the bathroom fixtures and repainting the interior walls - there is always plenty to do inside our homes to make sure it looks attractive for buyers when the time comes to sell.

Why we chose to use a real estate agent to sell our family home

MyPropertyLife — Sun, 19 Nov 2017 09:20:36 GMT

When it came time to sell our family home this year, we wondered whether it might be something we could do ourselves. But what became quickly evident, is that there was a lot more involved than we first thought - and we decided we wanted the help of a professional for such an overwhelming process.

Your DIY to-dos: Updating the exterior of your home this summer

MyPropertyLife — Tue, 24 Oct 2017 01:12:50 GMT

We all know that the exterior of our homes can get a bit neglected through the wet winter months. But spring is here with summer not too far around the corner, so it is the perfect time to get outside and take care of overdue maintenance. It is also an opportunity to add some value to your property by choosing the right refurbishment projects.

Style for success: Get top dollar for your home with these simple tips

MyPropertyLife — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 21:12:23 GMT

Why are homes that are styled by professionals more likely to get top dollar on the property market? Because they are visually appealing, and able to capture the senses of potential buyers as soon as they walk through the door. So here’s your step-by-step guide to styling your home like a pro, all without having to pick up a paint brush.

When it’s time to move on: Selling the family home

MyPropertyLife — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 03:34:11 GMT

It’s a decision we all have to make inevitably - selling the family home. But whether by choice or necessity, there is no doubt it can be a very difficult thing to do. So how will you know when it is time, and what is the best way to go about it?

Want to make your property standout? Our top 4 marketing tips for success

MyPropertyLife — Thu, 21 Sep 2017 22:52:56 GMT

Yes, it is the job of a real estate agent to market your property - but it certainly doesn’t hurt being in on the action as well. There are plenty of things you can do, as a vendor, to help more people see that your home is for sale. And of course, the more potential buyers who come by, the better chance you have of selling it for the right price.

Building a new home? Here’s 6 ways to future-proof the value of your property

MyPropertyLife — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 08:22:33 GMT

Building a new home can be both an exciting but stressful time - particularly when it comes to working to a budget. To keep costs down, you may be tempted to leave certain features out that don’t seem necessary right now. But the truth is, these could be aspects of your home that provide it with added value when it comes time to selling up.