October 2015

                                                    With Halloween upon us it’s no surprise that the media will try to benefit upon the extra interest in ghosts and ghouls. One TV show may have stepped over the line in terms of entertainment as they intend to show live an exorcism  The Archdiocese of St. Louis has spoken out against a live TV exorcism set to air on Halloween...

Overseas buyers who purchased off-the-plan Australian apartments when the local dollar was stronger are now reporting gains of up to 30%, according to property investment company IP Global. The company, which helps investors from Hong Kong, Singapore, and the Middle East buy property in new apartment developments, has seen many of its clients profit financially from unhedged currency positions. Elizabeth...

Leaseback property specialists in France assumed that those wanting to buy into its new Midi-Pyrénées development would mostly be retirees, but the strongest interest has actually come from young professionals looking for holiday homes. La Durantie is located on the grounds of an elegant, late nineteenth century chateau in the Tarn. When completed, it will feature nearly sixty one to...

One of Hollywood’s most beautiful couples, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, announced their getting divorced, which has led to them listing their 2400 sqm estate, including swimming pool and half size basketball court for $62 million asking price- reportedly, they paid a mere $22 million in 2009. In the news down under Hugh Jackman and wife Deborra-Lee Furness have sold their inner city Melbourne...

Barcelona real estate is far outdoing many places around the world today. With some of the most popular destinations residing in the city, you are tempted to throw caution to the wind and get in on owning some of the most valuable real estate there. So what are some of the top reasons why Barcelona, Spain is a good real estate investment? Great climate The sky over Barcelona is usually clear and suggests...

Nowadays as a busy Londoner it is difficult to find time to deal with all the waste and rubbish that you need to get rid of. You have to clean your backyard at some point, get that junk removed from the loft and make room in the garage. This will take you all day and many trips the tip and you will need to rope in the friends and family to help you carry it. The good news is that there are local companies...

Originally built in 1877,Cate Blanchett and husband Andrew Upton, have listed their exclusive Hunters Hill property for sale. Set on a private 3,642sqm parcel of land, just 9 kms from Sydney’s CBD, their exquisite heritage home features 5 bedrooms on the upper level- with 3 that open out onto the veranda overlooking the view. The heritage home features a private wing with master retreat.  The...

Cleaning your home, both inside and out, is easy if you invest in the right appliances and tools. Homes should be kept clean to eliminate bugs, and therefore disease and also to promote your own sense of pride. If your home is clean you’ll find it easier to relax and enjoy your free time. Here are some top tips for getting this right… Getting steamy Water is an essential component of the...

The bathroom is one of the rooms where you’re likely to spend a lot of time, for various reasons. I wanted to share with you some easy ways to DIY your bathroom update. If you’ve got left-overs from previous owners or hodgepodge hardware we can take care of that. You want to have a room that you feel relaxed and comfortable in. You also don’t want to be embarrassed when the neighbours or...

For most people, getting a home is a great way for them to invest in property rather than give their money away on a rental. There are a number of things that have to be done in order to get the right home and among the most important is getting some professional help. Usually, there will be a number of different agents in your area and finding the right one will take some time and effort. The following...