- Residential
Is a fixer-upper right for you?
‘Renovator’s delight’. ‘Unlimited opportunity’. There are certain catch phrases in real estate copy which mean the same thing: here’s a house that’s going to need some work. For some people, a property in dilapidated condition means nothing but hard work.…
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Lennox Head homecoming for top real estate agent Nick Bordin
Top real estate agent, Nick Bordin is today returning to Elders Real Estate Lennox Head, following a stellar career in Sydney with McGrath and The Agency. Having been involved in the sale of over $1.5 billion of property and running…
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- Rural
Going off grid – is it for you?
With soaring power bills affecting many Australian households, the idea of living “off the grid” holds a considerable appeal. But what does it really involve, and would it work for you? With advances in environmentally friendly technology, living off the…
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Is a second storey the solution for you?
It’s a common dilemma for the modern Australian family. The arrival of children has meant that your starter home is now bursting at the seams, but you’re attached to the area and don’t want to have to move. Extending the…
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Rural land: how to do the groundwork
If you’re buying rural land to operate as a farm or to support any agricultural enterprise, it’s important that you understand the climate and conditions of the land you’re buying. Some parts of Australia better support crops, whereas others are…
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The importance of catchment zones for investors
When you’re buying a property to rent out, your primary concern should be whether or not it will appeal to the right tenants. That means giving serious consideration to location, proximity to amenities, the size and condition of the property…
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Need to knows for a rural build
So you’re enthused about building your rural retreat. The land is purchased, perhaps an existing property has been demolished, and you have a blank slate on which to create your dream country oasis. Before you do carry out the build…
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The enduring charm of the Australian beach house
There’s nothing more Australian than the beach. Hundreds of miles of pristine sand surround our sun soaked island, and we like to make the most of us. Little wonder, then, that the beach house has been such an enduringly popular…
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- Residential
Interior design trends: Concrete
It’s the most used man-made material worldwide, and in recent times concrete has won people over with its versatility within interiors. Regarded as the most reliable material for construction, due to its durability and strength, the use of concrete is…
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