How Modern Technology is Transforming Urban Development?

Australia is famous the whole world over for its incredible scenery and stunning countryside, from the arid yet beautiful outback to the shimmering sands of the Gold Coast, but the country is also home to some of the world’s favourite cities. Australia’s population is growing, and so urban development and planning is becoming ever more […]

9 Eco-Friendly Home Features to Check for When Buying a House

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Homeowners are becoming more eco-conscious by the day. From installing water-efficient appliances to solar panels, home buyers are looking to incorporate greener options into their home designs. If you want to reduce your carbon footprint, you’ll need to shop for the following. How to Find a Realtor Who Can Help You Pick the Perfect Home […]

How a Property Management Company Can Benefit Property Owners?

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Managing a company can be hectic for a property owner, from dealing with tenants, and collecting rent to maintenance. This is where property managers come in. They take up all the work the owners should be doing and simplify property ownership for the landlords. Here are more benefits of property management to the property owners: […]

How Will Housing Marking in College Towns Fare Post-COVID?

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Distance learning and COVID-19. This combination is every parent’s worst nightmare. It creates the perfect storm of stress, madness, and desperation. But, parents are making the best out of a terrible situation because education can’t be put on hold due to a global pandemic. The real question is what if you have kids in college? […]

5 Qualities of a Good Property Management Company

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Are you a landlord or a real estate investor? One of the biggest decisions you will ever have to make is whether to use a property management company to maintain and oversee the daily operations of your property. Compared to landlords who prefer the do-it-yourself approach of management in order to save money, working with […]

3 Ways Real Estate Firms Can Adopt Environmentally Sustainable Practices

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Real estate accounts for 40% of the world’s energy consumption and 1/3 of all carbon emissions. With that kind of eco-footprint, real estate firms are at the frontlines of climate change risks created by greenhouse gas, making the switch to sustainability necessary. Realtors, brokers, and building owners need to do their part to ensure they […]

How to Find Off-Grid Land To Build Your Home

How to Find Off-Grid Land To Build Your Home

A recent Forbes report states that nearly one-third of Americans are considering moving to less populated areas, in wake of the pandemic. Besides safety, off-grid living offers the chance to become more self-sufficient and less reliant on others. Off-grid living can mean a less stressful, healthier lifestyle. If you are comfortable with doing things with your own […]

6 Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home

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When it comes to increasing the value of your home, you have to keep a couple of things in mind. It is important to make changes to your home that you will love, but will also keep your home’s resale value high. Plan out the renovations you want to make and create a budget that […]

Measuring the Success of Your Real Estate Direct Mail Campaigns: Key Metrics to Track

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Direct mail remains a valuable and effective marketing tool for real estate professionals looking to reach potential clients. But how can you measure the success of your direct mail campaigns to ensure you are getting the best return on your investment? You can gain insights into your campaign’s performance and make data-driven decisions for future […]

The Eco Revolution in Property Investment

Many of us are now making more eco-friendly and environmentally conscious decisions every day. Whether it’s taking our own carrier bags to the shops, having a reusable water bottle or recycling your tin cans – little changes are making a big impact. When it comes to property, the eco revolution has increasingly been making waves. […]

Green Home Improvements to Attract Homebuyers

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People’s desire to make a smaller footprint on a vulnerable planet affects the real estate market worldwide. In part this is due to the Internet’s power to inform and inspire, and it is partly due to who is buying the most homes. Millennials have made up more than half of homebuyers over the last few […]

Biotechnology in Architecture: Building Homes that are Alive

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For many centuries, architects have continued to amaze the world as they continue to design more complex buildings thanks to fast advancing technological development. Architecture and nature have been closely related to building design reflecting a certain part of nature or being inspired by nature. Recently, biotechnology architecture has begun taking root with structures that […]

Considerations When Buying a Vacation Rental with Solar Panels

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It’s possible that one of the properties you’re considering for purchase as a vacation rental will have solar panels already installed. This can be a positive marketing point for your property in today’s increasingly environmentally conscious world. Installed correctly, solar panels can be aesthetically pleasing. Their presence is also one of the first things people […]

How Home Builders Create a Better Product for Buyers

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When it comes to homeownership, there are a lot of options out there. You can buy an existing home, build a new one, or even purchase a pre-fabricated property. And each of those options has its own set of pros and cons. But if you’re looking for the ultimate in flexibility, control, and customization, then […]

5 Tips for Successful Land Development Design

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Land development design is a complex process that requires expertise in architecture, engineering, and other disciplines. Challenges such as sustainability, regulations, and cost considerations can be difficult to navigate. Add this to the demands of stakeholders, and it’s clear that a successful land development design is no easy feat. Fortunately, there are some key strategies […]

How an Eco-friendly Home can Boost ROI When Selling?

Greening your home isn’t only beneficial for the environment and reducing energy costs, if you are thinking of selling it in the future, environmental upgrades can also help your ROI. Some green home improvements have a better ROI than others (think solar panels), and doing your research before your start any project can help you […]

Home Value-Increasing Plumbing Improvements

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You can do things to boost your home’s worth whether or not you plan to sell it soon. Many property owners fall prey to the false notion that they must undertake significant improvements, such as adding square footage, updating appliances, demolishing walls, etc. However, there are some plumbing modifications whose worth to your property will […]

Surveys That Are Worth Getting Before a Self-Build or Renovation Project

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The process of building your new home starts long before you lay the foundations. One of the most important considerations to make is whether or not the land that you’re planning to build your new property on is suitable for your construction project. When planning the build of your own home, there are many different […]

The Benefits of Green Building

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Each year, we see the effects of global warming drastically increase. The World Meteorological Organization reported that in the last 50 years, the number of climate-change-driven weather calamities increased by five. With this information coming to light, we must act now to prevent these disasters from worsening. One simple step is to integrate sustainable practices […]

Investing In Green Commercial Real Estate: How to Get Started With Little Money

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It’s often debated whether a capitalist world can truly go green. If you have the time and money to develop green commercial real estate (complete with green hosting servers), then our planet could see a greener future. But is it possible to invest in commercial real estate with no money? Yes, there are plenty of […]

These Telltale Signs Will Show Buyers Just How Old Your House Is!

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Although we absolutely love our homes, there will be a day where we have to pack our belongings and find a new place to hang our hats. Homeowners who have older homes may experience a bit more of a challenge getting that “sold” sign because buyers aren’t too keen on buying a house that looks […]

Eco-friendly Upgrades to Make Your Home Attractive to Buyers

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If you are looking to sell your home or are just thinking about doing some upgrades to make it more attractive when you do finally sell it, studies show that making your property more eco-friendly will make it more attractive to potential buyers. If you want to get specific, there are some eco-friendly upgrades that not […]

5 Home Improvement Projects That Add Instant Value to Your Property

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It’s no secret that home improvements add to your property’s value. You can get your house looking and performing better, and when you do, you can usually sell it for a higher price when you want to move on from it. We’ll talk about a few home improvement projects you should consider right now before […]