How to makeover your backyard for $3500

Turning your backyard into an entertainment zone can add tens of thousands to your property value. But how do you get your backyard Spring ready without blowing your budget? The key is making simple strategic changes that make a big impact. Here’s what I achieved […]

5 ways to prepare your outdoor entertaining space

Whether your outdoor area is a small balcony or a large yard, spring is the perfect time to prepare your outdoor areas for the warmer season: re-pot or buy new plants, update the garden furniture, ideas for shading… 1. add POTS of style Pots are […]

How to double your rental yield

Dreaming of a dual income property? You’re not alone! Whether it’s a duplex, granny flat, or dual occupancy new build, having two income streams is a fast way to pay down debt and get to that all-important goal of owning your property outright for a […]

Inside: 5 steps to the best looking home on the street!

First impressions count. From the moment a buyer looks at your online real estate listing, or drives past your home – they have made a judgement call within 0.1 seconds*! Whether it’s your own home, or an investment property, maximising its value through clever design […]

5 types of fabulous facades that will have you inspired

It’s that first important glimpse that decides whether it’s love at first sight or instant rejection. We’re talking, of course, about front facades. For a property seller or simply someone with pride in their home, you really need those first impressions to hit the mark. […]

Cherie’s Toongabbie facade reno

The owners of this humble fibro house in the outer western suburb of Toongabbie were keen to capitalise on the Sydney boom by selling their existing home and upgrading to a new location. The couple, who had owned the property for 15 years, had already […]

Cherie’s Campbelltown Renovation

Husband and wife homeowners, Darren and Cat recently purchased this property and have just spent the last eight weeks renovating their property internally. The couple were very hands on during the internal renovation but both are unsure as to how to tackle the weatherboard exterior. […]

Ask Cherie – Street Appeal

What are some of the ways to improve a property’s street appeal? We have a brick house that we would love to render, but don’t have the budget for it unfortunately. The whole front of the place is looking a bit sad. What are some […]