If you have got to the point where you need to move house, whether this is because you have an ever-growing brood or whether you have a new job in a different place in the country, you need to consider your finances. Moving house is an expensive endeavor. You need to pay for the new pad that you buy, factor in property lawyer fees, home loan fees, searches, and … [Read more...]

If you have some money to invest, then the property can be a lucrative option. In fact, regardless of what is going on in the economy, it could be the perfect time to think about investing in property and then adding them to your portfolio. For a while, housing transactions have stayed fairly constant. But because of fluctuating house prices and there is a lack of buyers out … [Read more...]

When you’re spending money on upgrading your home, not only do you want the renovation to improve life in the here and now, but you also want it to add value too. That way if you choose to sell later down the line, you recoup all of your costs back- plus more. If you’re considering making an investment into your home, here are some fantastic renovations well worth making … [Read more...]

We all want to find the perfect home. Whether we’re looking to make our first steps onto the property ladder or whether we’re simply renting for a period of time. This is understandable. Our homes are the spaces where we tend to spend the most time. We sleep here at night. We cook our meals here. We rest here after a long day out - at work or socializing. We entertain our … [Read more...]

There are many types of companies, and they all need certain kinds of spaces. Some commercial buildings have a creative indoor environment, while others might have a strictly professional theme. But whatever your business is, planning the perfect structure is not an easy task, and it shouldn't be taken lightly. Many things go into the planning process, some of which are … [Read more...]

Insulation for your home is certainly a good thing. In fact, proper insulation has the potential to help heating and cooling systems work more efficiently and contribute to much-appreciated savings with monthly utility bills. But there are some things you'll want to know first before installing or replacing home insulation.   #1 Know What Options You Have with … [Read more...]

The real estate industry is truly enormous. Estimates suggest that it contributes about $3.5T to the US economy - about 15 percent of our entire economic output. Construction adds another $836B, and brokers make over $66B in commission every year. It’s a big market, but despite this, it has resisted the march of technology. The property market in the year 2010 looked very … [Read more...]

How long a home stays on the market will often depend upon how many people actually see the listing. Especially visible listings entice more viewers to take the next step, and that translates into offers later on. Contrary to what some assume, there are some simple, effective ways to make any real estate listing more visible. Try any or all of the eight strategies that … [Read more...]

Sometimes it can be hard to find a home that is the perfect fit for you and your family. Even with countless options, it can still be a tiresome and time-consuming process. Some people spend months or even years trying to find a home that will fulfill both the needs and expectations of an entire family. Maybe you have the perfect location, but there are existing structures … [Read more...]

Moving home is always more challenging than we think it will be. As soon as we decide to move, we face the stress of trying to find a new home, which meets our needs, and fulfills our dreams, perhaps while trying to sell the house that we currently live in. It can be an expensive process, and the associated costs of moving are often far greater than we expect them to be, … [Read more...]