November 2007

Get Ahead: Lead the Field When Searching & Applying for a New Job

Your education at high school or university is probably over now and the dreaded wait now begins for final results. Holidays are about to commence (if they haven’t already) and they are well deserved. So what is next for you? Some are lucky and know exactly where they are going and what [...]

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Australia’s Real Estate Cartel: Part I

It is astounding in Australia today to contemplate the existence of a fully functioning cartel. In fact many people would only associate cartel-like operations with oil companies or in countries where the rule of law is not at the forefront of society. So what is a cartel and how could they exist in this country? [...]

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Listen to Your Home’s Heartbeat

The Home Heartbeat home awareness system monitors your home by way of sensors placed on things like windows, doors, water heaters, etc. and then relays messages to the home key (a key chain receiver), although you can elect to have messages sent to your phone or email.

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Housing Affordability Worst in 22 Years

Home affordability lowest in 22 yearsAUSTRALIANS looking to buy homes are needing the highest portion of family income in 22 years to make average mortgage repayments, according to the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).
The Deposit Power/REIA Affordability report for the September quarter found 36.6 per cent of household income was needed to cover average [...]

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One Style Throughout

Q: We have an old home that’s had several additions over the years. Is it possible to renovate it ourselves to obtain a more cohesive style?
A: Home renovation isn’t a recent phenomenon – it’s just become more glamorous recently. Apart from the appeal of many older homes, they are usually well-located and provide real opportunities [...]

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Architects: To Use or Not to Use

Using an architect really depends on how much value you place in a home. If room layout, circulation, siting, sun, passive solar heating, views and priceless lifestyle benefits are important, it’s probably best to use an architect. Simon Turner, Marquette Turner Luxury Homes

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