The most profitable rooms to renovate in a property are the kitchen and the bathroom. As such they should be on every investor's list. In this article we are going to take a closer look at the value in bathrooms. That a bathroom is one of the most profitable rooms to renovate is unquestionable. However, it can be a huge undertaking, in terms of cost and the scale of work. Many inadequately prepared...
Homeowners insurance, also known as home insurance isn't a luxury, it's a necessity. All mortgage companies demand that you have insurance coverage and won't finance a residential real estate transaction it. And while most people are required to purchase insurance on their homes, few fully understand the entire exercise. Here's our homeowner's insurance guide; including what your policy does and when to...
It's every seller's dream to sell their home quickly and for the best price. Often the dilemma is whether to sell as is or to renovate prior to going to market. It has been our experience that a little bit of sprucing up makes all the difference. We look at 5 presale ‘fix-ups’ that will help you sell your home and have you smiling all the way to the bank. It's important to realise that having your...
The prospect of finding and moving into a new flat is always exhilarating to both new and seasoned tenants. But never jump head first into a new lease without first carrying out an in-depth inspection of the property. Failure to do so can leave you with an unnecessary amount of things to deal with. You should always insist on viewing a property before signing on the dotted line. In addition to being able...
Your bedroom should be a unique getaway and a sanctuary. Moreover it should expresses your favourite colours, feelings, and collections. However, bedrooms can sometimes be the most difficult rooms to decorate. That being said, let’s take a look into modern bedroom ideas for your home and how you can create your personal sanctuary. Pick your colours A rich and complimentary blend of subtle and accent...
For a quick property sale it is important to understand the different types of property buyers and which of these your home will appeal to. The real estate market is extremely competitive. To gain an advantage you need to get in the mind of the perfect buyer. Figure out who they are and why they would want to buy a specific home. Focus and direct your marketing at a target audience to attract the right...
First-time home buyers are susceptible to varying degrees of mistakes. Here are some common first-time home buyer mistakes and how to steer clear of them. First-time home buyers trek into the unknown and make the same preceding generations. However, today’s first-time buyers can stop the cycle. Here are mistakes that first-time home buyers make and what to do instead. Not figuring out how much...
Top 10 moving house tips Whether you're moving into your newly purchased home, or you've just recently finished building your own property, or just switching rental properties. Moving house does not necessarily have to be a stressful experience. Be Forward Real Estate have compiled the ultimate moving guide featuring the Top 10 moving house tips. 1. Book a removal company The first decision you need...
A huge percentage of people struggle to find enough time to manage their everyday deeds. In the first place, there are barely enough hours in the day to manage households, with work, kids, groceries, home maintenance and other chores to attend to. Furthermore, if you're a property owner, you're responsible in many ways for managing your tenants as well. For this reason, an excellent solution is to seek the...
This is a dilemma many buyers are faced with. As a property buyer you are looking at how to stretch your budget. One of the more obvious considerations is if you should buy a cheaper house and fix it up. If you’re considering doing this, here are some top tips to keep in mind when buying to renovate. In the first place, major renovations are not for the faint-hearted. This is more so if you're...