Modernising your kitchen doesn’t need to be hard work, or costly.
Below is a renovation that was completed from one of my Add Value Plans. I have included photos below of the progress and as they say a picture says a thousand words! […]
Even when you have great credit, there are things you can do to make lenders think twice about approving your mortgage loan.
Most people focus on the initial credit check when applying for a mortgage loan, but that’s only the pre-approval stage; as the bank underwriters scrutinize your history they’ll ask for updated financial, employment and credit information. There are plenty of things you should not do until you go to settlement;
1.Don’t change your job before applying for a home loan. Along with that, now is not the right time to become self-employed or quit your job. You want to show […]
There are some very important changes to the Credit Reporting Privacy Code 2004 that have just been announced by the Privacy Commissioner. These changes relate to how a consumers credit rating is reported.
In the past your credit rating was simply reported negatively if you had a loan, you didn’t make your payments on time and it was sent to a debt collection agency.
As of April 2012 that is changing.
In a nut shell, all monthly credit payments will now be reported on. Below is an excerpt from the announcement from the Privacy Commissioner.
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In six months time, whether people pay their […]
Staging your North Shore Real Estate takes several steps and there are different areas of attention for each part of your home. Let’s talk about staging for your entryway and your lounge room.
1. Keep your entry open and free of clutter
2. Make sure you clean away all spider webs or any other nook or cranny that needs attention
3. Try to make sure that your entry is receiving plenty of light-this keeps it warm and inviting
4. Get rid of your old worn out welcome mat and buy a new high quality welcome mat
1. Remove all family […]
Your kitchen is a key area for most home buyers, people spend a lot of time in their kitchens and there is truth in the saying ‘kitchens sell houses’. Therefore, it is very important that you have […]
Hi Everyone,
Sorry for the lack of posts in the last week. Let’s just say I have been missing in action!
We had a new property hot the market last weekend and the level of interest was phenomenal! After 2 x open homes and 45 parties through the property, we presented the owner with six offers and we were sold unconditionally by Tuesday evening.
JUST SOLD – Asking Price $775,000 PLUS.
6 offers presented to the owner after the first weekends open homes.
Sold Unconditionally for […]
iframe>With the Spring season now upon us, you might be considering giving your North Shore Real Estate a fresh and new look by painting. These how to paint your home video guides are packed full of good advice if you are new to painting.
If you need help deciding how to freshen up your North Shore home, call me at 021 85 84 83 or email me at jason.yianakis@harcourts.co.nz to book in a time for an Add Value or Property Presentation Plan.
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Looking to make your Northcote home more than a place just to lay your head? If you can’t afford to give your home a posh makeover, there are ways to decorate on a budget and still turn your place into a dream home.
The first placed to start should always be with color. Paint can transform a room and transform your furniture. Once you discover which tones you can live with continue on with small affordable touches to make your house more of a home.
If you just want to breathe new life into an old look start by […]
Single family homes are twice as likely to be burglarized as apartments, hotels or businesses. The most likely things to be stolen in a burglary are cash, small electronic equipment, home computers, cameras, jewellery, and tools.
Few people really bother about security until something happens to them or a neighbour. There are many things homeowners can do to make their home less of a target. Remember, the two things a burglar fears most are being seen and having to take too much time to complete the crime.
While burglars typically “target” a […]
We all know by now we should de-clutter your Northcote Real Estate to make rooms appear larger but who wants to pack away that treasured antique furniture that dear ol’ grandmother gave you?
It might be time to try some decorating tips that will help you make rooms look larger and use your space wiser.
Extend cabinets, wall units and bookshelves to the ceiling; especially the kitchen cabinets.
Paint walls light or use pale colors which make the rooms look wider.
Use recessed lighting, inexpensive wall sconces and standard tube-like skylights instead of table or floor lamps; light closer to the […]
