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Timber rot, faulty stumps, roofing issues and illegal building are among problems costing new home buyers thousands. Archicentre’s pre-purchase home inspection figures show at least one in three homes sold have a range of problems that could add thousands of dollars to the cost of a property, especially if the faults discovered involved structural, plumbing, [...]

Last weekend Auction results are: Address: 24 Tortola Pl, Kawana Island Features: Waterfront land 766m2 Auction Date: 21 June 2008 Result: Passed in at $622,500, neg with buyers Address: 42 Balyata St, Warana Features: 4 bed, pool Auction Date: 21 June 2008 Result: Sold under the hammer for $540,000

This block of land went for auction today at midday. South facing back to Minyama this 800sq m level waterfront land was passed in

Think about a piece of art: a painting, sculpture or print, for example. It can become a real feature, and doesn’t have to cost a fortune. So, how do you start? First, set yourself a budget. If you’re buying for pleasure rather than an investment, decide what you can afford to spend without necessarily getting [...]

Is an increasingly popular way to access the equity in your home, consolidate debts, or simply take advantage of a cheaper interest rate or lower fees. However, it’s not without its risks. Before leaping at what appears to be a better deal, think carefully about the actual – and perhaps hidden – costs of switching. [...]