November 24, 2023
If you’re a vendor selling your property and wanting it to look it’s best or a tenant tasked with the responsibility of maintaining the garden of your rental property, there are ways to help your garden survive a hot summer. All indications are that this summer is going to be a scorcher with hot days […]
November 9, 2023
Having trouble viewing? Here is what Hugh has to say: Hi. I’m Hugh, from Peter Fisher Real Estate. Thanks for tuning back in for another monthly wrap up of what is happening in the rental market within the Orange area. For this month’s wrap up, I’m going to run through some stats and trends that […]
May 19, 2023
With the Federal Budget being recently released, it is good to examine it from the point of view of the housing market and what it might mean for the real estate sector across the country. We know we can always rely on industry companies like Domain and realestate.com.au to provide us with insights and updated […]
March 24, 2023
Wet areas can be the site of all sorts of household crises, from leaks to mould. Regular maintenance is a must. Here are some of the key signs your kitchen or bathroom could be due for repair. Your sink is gurgling One sign that there’s a block in your pipes is if your drains are […]
February 10, 2023
A lot of homes can suffer from some degree of mould and it could range anywhere from a small patch on a wall somewhere or to a serious mould growth across walls and ceilings and is usually a result of a combination of high moisture levels and inadequate ventilation. Here are some tips from our […]
November 25, 2022
Whether you’re trying to bring down your energy bills or you’d like to minimise your environmental footprint, we’ve put together some easy ways to make your home run more efficiently. There are plenty of good reasons to make your home more energy-efficient: it’s better for the environment, better for your conscience and better for your […]
January 28, 2022
When moving house, being organised is key and preparing the home you’re moving into is just as important as packing up the space you’re leaving behind. You can help make moving day a more stress free experience by doing some tasks in advance. Organise a sitter for pets and children The chaos of moving day […]
December 22, 2021
The New Year is well and truly upon us, and we will all probably be making some New Year’s resolutions for 2022. You may have resolved to live healthier, buy less or prioritise your time better. But why not set some resolutions for your home as well? Here are some suggestions of resolutions you can […]
December 3, 2021
When a tenant vacates a rental property, how they leave the property when the keys are handed back is very important. As the managing agents we are legally responsible to the landlord to ensure the property is in the same condition as when a tenant moved in, regardless of how long they have resided at […]
April 23, 2021
Winter seems to have snuck in early this year with chilly evenings and frosty mornings already making an appearance. To make your home as warm and inviting as possible and ward off those winter blues, here are 10 simple tasks and style updates to transform your home into a cosy haven. COOL-WEATHER WINDOW COVERINGS Sheer curtains […]
March 26, 2021
The trick to a hassle-free exit from your lease is organising your cleaning regime within a proper timeframe. Use these tips to make your next bond clean a success. One month before your lease ends In most cases, your lease agreement will include a term that says you must professionally clean your carpets before you vacate the […]
February 26, 2021
We’re at the end of the most recent bulky waste collection by Orange City Council which was widely used by residents as a chance to clean up their homes and have their rubbish taken away. What about the rest of the time when bulky collection is not an option though? Here is a quick guide […]
November 27, 2020
Things are heating up! The cicadas are singing and the temperature is rising reminding us that Summer is upon us. We are looking down the barrel of an early heatwave this weekend and will all be looking for ways to keep cool. Here are some tips that may help: On hot days, heat comes straight […]
January 24, 2020
Changes to the residential tenancy laws start on 23 March 2020, with amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (the Act) and the new Residential Tenancies Regulation 2019 (the new Regulation). The following information is a breakdown of the key changes provided by Fair Trading. We are, of course, working to ensure that we are […]
November 15, 2019
Moving to a new house is a stressful and busy time for everyone in the family and this includes your beloved pets as well. Often the moving process can be very stressful for our pets because they will have become very familiar with their home environment which they consider to be their “territory”. They know […]
September 27, 2019
When a tenant vacates a rental property, how they leave the property when the keys are handed back is very important. As the managing agents we are legally responsible to the landlord to ensure the property is in the same condition as when a tenant moved in, regardless of how long they have resided at […]
June 28, 2019
Many of us would love to live in a freshly renovated home. But did you know there are ways to overhaul your property without spending a lot of money, or knocking down walls? If you’re thinking about ways to improve the appearance of your place, there are loads of pain-free methods to update, upgrade and […]
June 14, 2019
Did you know that over half of Australian renters don’t have insurance for their valuables? That’s a staggering number of people putting themselves in a situation where they’re left out of pocket if something goes wrong. Some renters may mistakenly believe their valuables are covered under their landlord’s insurance policy. Or perhaps some simply think, […]
May 31, 2019
If you’re living in your home and it’s just sold things are about to get very busy for you. After a sale is agreed you will quickly feel the relief of not having to have the house “inspection ready” all the time, however, it will soon dawn on you that now you actually have to […]
May 17, 2019
Election Day 2019 is almost here! With the campaigns coming to a close and Australians getting ready to vote on Saturday, we have been considering how the outcome of the election might affect the property market. Nerida Conisbee wrote the following for realestate.com.au and we found it to be a quick and a helpful overview […]
