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Creating vegetable gardens has grown in popularity in recent years (‘scuse the pun), and the great news is, starting a vegetable garden is actually pretty easy, not to mention very rewarding having a source of growing your own food. So, given Autumn is now upon us, why not get started on creating your very ownRead more

Metallic patterned pot plants are everywhere right now and we’ve got an easy way to incorporate this trend in your home – without the big price tag. Beautifying your doorstep can be as easy as grabbing a pot of paint and an old pot planter. With a little DIY know-how, you can add a splashRead more

What the benefits of buying and selling property via auction? If you’ve been considering buying or selling property at any time in the recent past, it’s almost certain you’ve been introduced to the idea of buying or selling via auction. For the uninitiated the auction process can seem a little daunting, but there’s a reasonRead more

Open homes give you a great first impression of a property and you’ll know almost immediately if it’s one you want to pursue. But that first visit can be much more than a “once over lightly” impression. How do you make sure you’re getting as much information from it as possible. Use the time toRead more

Buying your first home can be stressful. Taking that first step onto the property ladder is probably one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever have to make. But if you do your homework and properly prepare yourself, it needn’t be as frightening as you expect. If you’re tired of renting and you think that buyingRead more

Most people are pretty savvy when it comes to ensuring their valuable possessions, like a car, house or boat, because not insuring them means taking a sizeable financial risk. In fact, around 95 per cent of New Zealanders are covered against loss due to disaster, accident or theft. But when it comes to life insurance,Read more

Home ownership for many is an important goal to strive towards. For others, renting makes more sense. Choosing whether to buy or rent largely comes down to what you can afford. There are pros and cons to both options, and it’s really up to you to decide whether buying or renting is best for you.Read more

If you’re looking to secure your financial future, you can’t go wrong with a residential property investment. When you buy an investment property you’re buying a physical asset, and for many people that means having a lot more control over where their money goes. To help you decide whether property investment is for you, hereRead more