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Practical guides and perspectives on buying, selling, renting, property management and finance.
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Comfort purchases should be judged against your own use, budget and space rather than a mandatory shopping list. Test the fit Measure furniture and compare storage,…
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Electronic signing can make a property transaction more convenient. Whether it is suitable depends on the document, applicable law and the way signing and any witnessing…
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Credit advice can make loan options easier to compare, but the provider's role and authorisation matter. Check who is advising you Confirm that a broker holds…
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Choose one manageable area at a time so the task improves daily use rather than creating a bigger unfinished job. Clear and group Sort a drawer,…
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Buying with another person combines ownership, borrowing and day-to-day arrangements. Agree on those matters before the purchase rather than assuming a shared deposit resolves them. Choose…
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Safety comes before inspecting or photographing damage after severe weather. Wait for safe access Follow emergency advice and do not enter an unsafe building, floodwater or…
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A small tool kit is useful for simple assembly and maintenance tasks when used according to instructions. Choose for common tasks Keep suitable measuring tools, hand…
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Sydney’s south-east light rail is operating. The earlier version of this article described a future construction project and should not be used as a current description…
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Cooling choices depend on the building, equipment, weather and household. One trick cannot establish savings for every home. Manage heat entry Use suitable shade and blinds,…
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In a report dated 31 July 2015, Domain journalist Lucy Macken reported that Manu Feildel had bought a Maroubra home for $1.9 million. This is a…
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Small habits can contribute to wear or safety risks, but the cause of a problem should be assessed before blame is assigned. Manage moisture and equipment…
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The cheapest advertised rate is not necessarily the lowest-cost loan for your purchase or investment. Compare like with like Obtain quotes for your intended use, loan…
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