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Its a moody market

Do your research before buying or selling in Queensland.

Why should you refinance

Refinancing your home can be a great way to take control of your finances.

Top home décor trends for spring

Winter is over and while you’re thawing out, take a look at what’s on the way in spring décor.

Tips for buying your first home together

Buying a home with your partner can have a positive affect on your future together.

A guide to the best online streaming services

Online streaming services are the answer to Australia’s poor media piracy record.

Top six ways to make your laundry eco-friendly

Try to help the environment with these eco tips for doing your laundry.

Tips for moving house

Moving house can be a nightmare if not well planned.

Things to consider before moving house

Moving to a new house is a great time to declutter your life and rid yourself of things you really don’t use or need.

Hanging pictures in rental properties

Tips for hanging photos and decorating in a rented property, so you won’t upset the landlord.

Home extension tips

How to avoid costly traps when planning a home extension.

App gives builders a look into the future

Now you can see your new home on a block of land before construction has even begun.

Protect your home from rats and mice

Some easy ways to prevent rats and mice coming into your home.

House Husband's Meal Guide

Cut the hours and dollars spent on cooking by creating one dish everyone in the family can enjoy with recipes from former MasterChef contestant, Aaron Harvie.

Cheap kitchen upgrades

Renovating is never cheap, easy or convenient — especially when it involves the kitchen.

Digital daycare for the home alone pet

When you can’t be with your dog and cat, new technologies can help you be a good pet parent.

Cleaning hacks for pet owners

While our furry friends are an invaluable part of the family, they do require some maintenance in order to keep the house clean.

Some things you need to consider before hiring an architect

There are a few important things to factor in if you’re looking for an architect to design your home.

The extra costs of buying a home

Be aware that there are a range of upfront costs when buying a home.

The best time to sell a house in Queensland

Tips to help you list your property for sale at the right time to get a good price.

The best plants for your bedroom

Filling your home with beautiful flowers and plants might help improve your quality of sleep.

Should you rent or buy a home?

Have a good look at the pros and cons of renting or buying a home.

Self-cleaning paint is no longer science fiction

New paint technology is making it easier to prepare and apply paint to all surfaces.

Repel mozzies with these plants

You can build a natural line of defence in your garden to help keep mozzies away.

Reduce the use of tech at home

A digital detox can be one of the healthiest things you do on a regular basis.

Properly caring for roses

You don’t have to be a prize-winning horticulturist to keep roses healthy.

Nine steps to naturally clean your oven

Clean your oven with bicarb soda and vinegar.

Lagom - the new trend in interiors

According to popular design magazines, Lagom-styled interiors are taking over designer homes around the world.

How Netflix determines its category names

Netflix uses an algorithm to recommend movies you should watch.

How to deal with these three types of weeds

Stop weeds taking over your garden and killing off your favourite plants.

How to paint tiles

Painting over old tiles is an easy way to improve a bathroom or kitchen.

How to spot termites

Here are a few ways to spot whether you have termites.

How to allergy-proof your home

Reducing indoor allergens can be complicated and time-consuming, but these tips from the Mayo Clinic might help you.

Are you storm ready?

Don't leave it to the last minute to think about protecting your property.

Home truths

If you need a bigger house, renovating rather than moving can be the cheaper option.

How to store wine

Whether it’s a cheap bottle of mass-produced ‘plonk’ or a vintage case of Grange Hermitage, your wine needs to be stored correctly to make sure it lasts as long as possible.