Everybody loves a good game! In addition to quality family time, games can provide some surprising benefits including boosting language development, critical thinking, and social skills eg teamwork, learning to wait your turn and following rules. When you think about it, playing games is a great way to get to know each other better too. When […]
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Energy is a hot topic, and it’s no wonder when the average Queensland family can pay around $1,600 a year for electricity. In a typical household of 4 or 5 people consisting of mum, dad and 2 or 3 kids, electricity usage can vary dramatically depending on property size and how many, and […]
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Just about everyone has a smartphone these days, making our online experience faster and so much more convenient. Apps have completely changed the way we use smartphones but with nearly 3 million apps to choose from, there’s no doubt finding what you need can be overwhelming. When you’re looking to buy, update or […]
Continue readingOne of the most exciting times in your life, and one which you will remember forever, is buying your first home. It is quite often a purchase which stirs up all types of emotions and feelings ranging from excitement and anticipation to inadequateness, anxiety and fear. At bytherules, we know how you feel, because we’ve all been […]
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Bored with your balcony? It can seem like a big job to beautify such a small outdoor area so we’ve risen to the challenge and put together four ideas to get you started in blitzing it on your balcony… Balcony Blitz Land supply constraints, affordability considerations and a desire to reside close to employment and amenities […]
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It’s SPRING time! We welcome in longer days, warmer nights and the smell of flowers blooming. All this new life and freshness can make you feel like bouncing into decluttering and cleaning your home, either to get ready to sell or to simply enjoy yourself. To help you get into action, we’ve put together 4 tips to […]
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The past 12 months has seen an upsurge in property development in Queensland, especially in the south-east. Considered mostly due to low interest rates, people working from home, travel restrictions and lifestyle, the demand for housing in Queensland is at an all-time high. Whilst there is currently a lot of pressure on the Queensland housing market, […]
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Your home is your castle, your private sanctuary, a place where you should be able to feel safe and secure. No-one wants that feeling of security violated. Although home invasions have decreased over the last 12 months, presumably due to coronavirus lockdowns, 95% of Queenslanders are still concerned about their home being burgled. And it’s any […]
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In our last blog we shared what happens once the Contract is signed and on its way to your lawyer or conveyancer, and what you need to do in the interim. In this blog, we provide you with insight into what information your conveyancer needs, and what next. Remember, your bytherules conveyancer can provide advice […]
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In our last blog we shared how having your Contract reviewed can reduce your stress when purchasing a property. We strongly recommended that you have your lawyer or conveyancer undertake a Contract review so that all conditions are completed and you fully understand what you are signing. In this blog, we cover what happens once […]
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