The indoor air quality in our homes can be compromised by building materials, furnishings, carpet, paint, TV/phone/Wi-Fi electromagnetic radiation, mould, sprays and cooking fumes. This off-gassing can be extremely harmful to our health, especially in the long-term. The CSIRO estimates that poor indoor air quality in Australia may cost around $12 billion per year, […]
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Thinking of purchasing an investment property? Like your own home, it’s a big decision, and you want to make a good one. There are many things to consider when buying an investment property, and most people don’t plan correctly or do proper research. Don’t just jump in without first seeking advice from your accountant, bank […]
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Moving house is considered to be one of the most stressful events a person can endure. Yep, it’s right up there with the death of a loved one, and divorce. Whether or not your kids have had a say in the purchasing decision of your new home, it’s very common for children to misbehave or […]
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In the lending market, your home’s equity is a precious commodity. So, what is ‘home equity’? It’s what you, as a homeowner, actually ‘own’, eg it’s the difference between what you owe on your mortgage and what your home is currently worth. If your home is valued at $800,000 and your loan is $350,000, the […]
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Making Navigation of Building & Pest Inspections Easy So, you’re keen on a property but you want to make sure it’s all what the agent says it is. A building and pest inspection is always recommended when you’re in the market for a new home. Think of it like buying a car – you wouldn’t think of purchasing […]
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Today is World Water Day – Here are 3 Ways to Save Water Every day! You only have to bring up the subject of water with someone in outback Queensland to quickly learn how scarce this precious resource is. Australia is the driest inhabited continent on the planet, and let’s face it, without fresh water, […]
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Boost your Borrowing Power with 5 Tips from Lenders It’s simple really – when buying a property, your ability to borrow what you want depends on your capacity to pay the Lender back. Just like lending your car to a friend or your child, you want to be assured that they’ll do their utmost […]
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At bytherules, we are set up so our Franchisees can work from home if they wish, to gain the flexibility and balance they are looking for. A workspace that is cluttered and disorganised can produce feelings of anxiousness and in turn, a ‘cluttered’ foggy feeling in your head. On the other hand, a clean, organised […]
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Looking at selling? The first step, before you require conveyancing, is to entice a buyer to want to purchase your property. It is scientifically proven that our judgment can be influenced by our sensory receptors and perceptions. Not just the appearance of an object but the smell, can also influence buyer’s decisions. The appearance of […]
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First things first, what does Settlement Delay mean? Settlements are delayed when either the buyer (the Purchaser) or the Seller (the Vendor) are unable to meet the Settlement day. Settlement day is probably the most important day in conveyancing. It is the date and time set by the Vendor in the Contract of Sale, for […]
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