Kid-proof your renovation site
Renovation sites can be dangerous places, but your kids may not know that. We look at how you can keep children safe on site. There are lots of great ¬– and sometimes necessary – reasons to renovate, but there are also hidden dangers, especially if you’re living in your home during the makeover process. When children are part of the equation, the risks of worksite injury, or worse, are magnified. Taking proper precautions, including ‘kid-proofing’ your renovation zone, will s
Top options for insulating your home
Insulation can potentially save you big money on energy bills, keep your home comfortable and reduce your carbon footprint. It slows down the transfer of energy to and from your house, so it keeps winter warmth in and summer heat out. There are plenty of options for what to insulate, and what materials you can use. The ceiling is usually the first place to start, but it’s also worth thinking about wall cavities, doors, windows and airy gaps. Here we explore some of the easies
The family factor: Should you buy property with a loved one?
Purchasing a property with a loved one can be a great way to enter to the property market, but taking on such a large financial responsibility with someone else does come with risks. These are some of the pros and cons to consider before you both sign your names on the contract. PRO: Entering the property market earlier – or at all Rising house prices, the need to save for a deposit and the risk of fluctuating interest rates can all make getting your foot in the home-ownershi
Ten tips when buying an investment property
1. What do you want to achieve? Understanding your objectives is key to finding the right investment property. The actual property itself is never the end goal when it comes to investment – it’s the financial element that you’re really concerned about. First and foremost, decide what your end goal is and then create a plan to get there within a realistic time-frame. Remember to review this plan regularly as your situation and the property market changes. 2. What type of prope
