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Transform your garden with tips from The Block 2022

This year’s theme on The Block was “tree change” so it’s no surprise that gardens took center stage. City townhouses were swapped for family homes on country-sized 10-acre blocks, and contestants took full advantage of the extra space. So what…

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Smart strategies to lessen mortgage stress

Today’s announcement by the RBA sees interest rates rise by another 0.25%, adding around $30 per month for every $100,000 borrowed. With the average mortgage size hovering around $600,000, that’s an extra $180 per month. Today’s rate rise is the…

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Federal Budget 2022 – bread and butter, with very little sugar on top

The new Labor Government handed down its first budget yesterday. Already dubbed a ‘bread and butter’ budget, it is characterised by spending restraint in the face of skyrocketing inflation and global uncertainty. Today’s economic outlook is very different to the…

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How to termite-proof your garden

Did you know that termites cause more damage to Australian homes than flood, fire and natural disasters alone? The CSIRO estimates that they cause about $1b worth of damage each year and that 80% of homes in Australia are within…

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Elders tops the charts at the REINT awards

The annual Real Estate Institute Northern Territory (REINT) Awards for Professional Excellence was held on 8 October, with Elders Darwin and Elders Katharine both recognised.Held at the glamorous Mindil Beach Casino Resort, the 2022 awards boasted a tropical Havana Nights…

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Master Suites – Inspiration from The Block 2022

If you are looking for some inspiration for your master suite makeover, the Block offers plenty of direction. This year’s brief is to showcase luxury country living. From rich textures to fireplaces and deep bathtubs, we’ve seen plenty of indulgence…

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What a Labor win means for home buyers

On 21 May 2022 Australians went to the polls to vote in the 47th Parliament of Australia. A long tense night ended in a victory for the Australian Labor Party, with a drastically expanded cross bench winning seats at the…

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Elders welcomes new Willunga office

Willunga based real estate sales and property management-based business First National Ollwitz have joined the Elders network. First National Ollwitz has been operating out of Willunga and servicing the surrounding areas for over 12 years. The office, led by Ross…

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Record number of Elders star agents awarded Elders Masters Club

After two years of virtual events, the Elders Annual Awards were in full swing in 2022. Thanks to an incredible year of achievements, Elders also saw the number of Elite agents and Masters Club agents double from 2021. Twenty one…

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Federal Budget targets cost of living & housing affordability

The 2022 Federal Budget was handed down yesterday, with plenty of cash splashed about to address the rising cost of living. Would-be first home buyers will find some relief, too, with the expansion of low deposit schemes and a new…

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How much does it really cost to sell a home?

Strong market conditions mean that sellers are realising record-high prices for their homes. If you’ve been considering selling up, now might be the perfect time. Before you start styling the lounge, though, it’s important to be aware of the costs…

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