Have you ever wanted to be a business owner but let the idea of how difficult it all seems, stand in your way? Well, with Harcourts you don’t have to do it alone.
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Thinking big but starting small pays off for new Harcourts business owners
12-Sep-2018 13:35:03
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Topics: House of Inspiration, new business, business owner, Franchise ownership
What should you look for in a sales consultant?
19-Apr-2018 14:42:46
Topics: Residential, selling property, due diligence
Global Asbestos Awareness Week: Home Safety When Buying and Renovating
06-Apr-2018 11:12:44
Did you know ... The first week of April isGlobal Asbestos Awareness Week, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the deadly toxin and preventing future asbestos-related illnesses from occurring.
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Topics: DIY, Health and Wellbeing, New Zealand
Where can a real estate career take you?
02-Mar-2018 09:31:51Topics: House of Inspiration
Light up the night
28-Feb-2018 12:04:27
It’s often Christmas time when thoughts turn to lighting up your home exterior – and then it’s all about creating a bold festive focus. But, if, say a visit to the Auckland Lantern Festival, has you inspired to light up your landscape in a more permanent way that’s really going to show your property off while maybe making it safer, here are a few things to think about:
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Topics: Auckland, DIY, Outdoor, House of Inspiration
Enjoy the darker side
19-Feb-2018 12:14:44
It's all too easy to associate dark colours with negative connotations and a general sense of doom, but don't be too hasty, say the team at Resene.
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Topics: DIY, Residential
Have you considered a career in real estate?
09-Feb-2018 11:40:53
Have you considered a career in real estate?
If you’re thinking about a career change and are looking with something that offers a huge amount of flexibility and the ability to manage your own workflow, with the potential for huge rewards, you may want to consider a career in real estate.
If you’re considering it, here’s what you should know:
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Topics: New Zealand, Careers, recruitment, Real Estate Agents
What does the national average house price buy you around the country?
17-Jan-2018 11:30:31
Our latest market figures show the average house price at $618,459. Let’s have a look at what that – or less – will buy you around the country.
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Topics: National Market Watch, Market Watch, Residential, buying and selling, Values
The five essential marketing tools for your property
06-Nov-2017 07:56:12
The decision to sell is made, but how do you ensure potential buyers know your house could be their dream home? Here are five top marketing tools to help you get the best possible result for your sale.
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Topics: House of Inspiration
Ensure you're properly insured when you buy, sell or renovate
31-Oct-2017 11:52:18
Buying, selling, moving and renovating are all major life events, and it’s important you are covered by insurance every step of the way. Here’s how you can best manage insurance requirements so you aren’t caught short.
When purchasing a house
It’s best to contact insurance companies to arrange house insurance ahead of time as they may need extra information such as building reports, and if it’s an older home, details of re-piling, re-wiring and new plumbing.
If you can’t secure insurance before putting in an offer, then consider inserting a ‘subject to insurance’ clause into the sale and purchase agreement so you have time to confirm before it goes unconditional.
Take the time to understand the different types of insurance available to you – in New Zealand you can get total replacement, sum specified, and present day value policies. See the Insurance Council of New Zealand website for more information – www.icnz.org.nz.
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Topics: House of Inspiration