Home Renovations in Inner West Sydney

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Beware the risks when renovating your Inner West Sydney home

Sydney’s inner west suburbs run the full gamut of lifestyle choices. Those who enjoy harbourside living, lovingly restored old-time pubs, picturesque streets, and the world’s best shopping will enjoy all that Balmain has to offer.

Those who like to be close to the hustle and bustle of city life but enjoy an easy escape then Annandale, at just 5 minutes from the CBD, is the perfect location. Leichardt is charming, and a favourite place for lovers of Italian food, excellent coffee, and wine and Newtown is well known for its nightlife, live music, comedy, and theatre. Read more

Builders Sydney Renovations Help Guide

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Finding the right builder for your renovation projects in Sydney

If you need to have some major work done on your current house, or you’re building your next home, you’ll need to know the best way to find a reputable builder you can trust to finish the job.

There are basically two options you have available when you are looking for a builder. Firstly, you can research and do due diligence on all builders who come up for consideration, but how do you know who to talk to in the first place?
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Mosman Sydney – Guide and Steps in Renovation Projects

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Your Mosman home needs improvements

You are finally ready to take the plunge and renovate your Mosman, Sydney home, but aren’t quite sure where to start. This guide will help you through the first steps and get you talking to the right people who can get your project up and off to a running start.
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Does My Sydney Renovation Need a DA?

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Don’t get caught out. Your renovation may need a DA

With the real estate market being what it is over the last few years, it seems that more people are choosing to renovate their existing homes, rather than sell, buy, and move to bigger premises. This trend for renovations is readily apparent in recent year surveys conducted by Houzz and Home, which consisted of 13,000 Australian property owners.

Part of the motivation to renovate in Sydney can also be attributed to the fact that add-ons which increase living space or add more secure parking to a residence, often increase the aesthetic appeal and dollar value of a home.
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How To Do a Trade Licence Check With NSW Fair Trading

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Do this before you hire your next tradie?

If you live in NSW and need to hire a builder or other tradie, did you know that they are required to be licensed to do the work which they perform? A tradie working without the proper licensing in place is breaking the law and will be fined if caught.

It’s possible to check that any tradesperson you are thinking about hiring has the proper licensing in place which ensures that they are qualified to do the work.

It also pays to keep in mind that if you use a tradesperson who isn’t licensed, then you can be held liable for any of the work they carry out.
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Top 7 Backyard Improvement Ideas

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Looking for a backyard transformation?

Do you want your backyard to feature an unattractive slab of concrete baking in the sun, or would you rather a cool and inviting area promising an afternoon of peace, icy cold drinks, and a cool summer breeze?

Your backyard doesn’t have to be somewhere just for hanging the clothes out. A little clever home improvement in the backyard space can go a long way to adding peace and tranquillity to your home life.

You just need to be inspired to make some backyard improvements. Here are some top ideas. 

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How Much Does A Sydney Kitchen Renovation Cost?

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What would it cost for a kitchen renovation in Sydney?

Enquire from a kitchen designer, and they possibly would reply, “How much are you willing to devote?” Though it would be more politely said, they’ll also provide you some possibilities. A better inquiry would be: “What is your budget range for a kitchen renovation?” With this, you can have a kitchen renovation that not only fits but also matches your finances, too.

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Sydney Builder Contracts – What Does NSW Fair Trading Say?

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Don’t get caught out with a Sydney builder!  

Picking the right Sydney builder for your home or renovation is perhaps one of the most important decisions you need to make.

Getting it wrong can be costly and extremely heart breaking.

One of the best ways to protect yourself with a builder is to ensure you have a solid contract in place.

Here’s what NSW Fair Trading has to say about builder contracts.

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How Can I Juggle My Home Renovation And Mortgage?

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Managing the mortgage and home renovation

We all want great houses but beautiful and functional homes don’t always come cheap.

Often, it’s stressful just to think about buying a new house and renovating it.

However, it doesn’t always have to be hard. Here are some tips on how you can manage to afford a renovation on top of your mortgage.

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Are Australia’s Property Investors Wealthy Males?

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An Insight Into Aussie Investors

There’s the misconception that many property investors only rely on their primary source of income when investing in Australia’s properties. That’s not really entirely true.

In truth, the dominant segment in Australia’s residential investment market is comprised of people who purchased their properties then transitioned to buying an investment property.

According to reports, the segment now makes up as much as 83 percent of the market.

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