A beautifully presented home is no doubt one of the most important aspects of your marketing strategy. Yet, when it comes to preparing your home for sale, it’s often a costly process, leaving little budget at the end for presentation. This leads to a lot of homeowners looking for DIY solutions when staging their home. Is this a mistake?

As we head into Spring (aka real estate’s peak selling season) many homeowners who are planning to sell will be thinking ahead, wondering what, if any, improvements need to be made to their property prior to sale time. If you’re considering a cosmetic revamp of sorts, knowing how to plan a renovation and understand which process to follow can have a huge impact on the success of your project as well as the final result. 

It’s certainly true that property can be a huge source of financial reward for Australians that know how to market and sell their homes to achieve the best possible price.  With that being said, selling a property for the “most money” does come with its own set of challenges, particularly if you are inexperienced in the property market.  Read on to hear our suggestions…

There’s no denying that Perth’s winter is well and truly in full force and, whilst we can still enjoy the odd sunny winter’s day, the mornings and evenings are beyond chilly! From adding some snug layers to upgrading your window coverings, we list some simple and stylish ways to bring the heat to your home over the next few months, creating a cosy haven that will be sure to chase away those winter blues. 

If you’re getting ready to sell your home, there is no time like the present to get started. After all, it takes a whole lot more effort than just posting a “For Sale” sign out the front - especially if you are hoping for a premium result!  Whilst it can seem like you’ve got an overwhelming task list in front of you, rest assured, it’s a much easier list to tackle once you know where to start! Here are our top four things to do before listing your home for sale. 

There’s no denying that investing in real estate staging can be a hefty feat. One which often leaves homeowners pondering the million dollar question, is my property really worth staging? For us, the answer is simple… Read on for our thoughts on which property types thrive most when staged to sell.

A new season is upon us and with it comes an opportunity to dial up the cosiness in our homes. If you’re wondering how to take the chill out this winter, then look no further! We’ve rounded up our top 3 hottest design trends for winter 2022 that are guaranteed to bring warmth, comfort and a fresh new look to your home. 

When it comes to buying property, it’s fair to say it’s likely to be one of the most important financial decisions you ever have to make. As such, it makes sense to gain as much knowledge and insight on a property as you can in order to make smart, calculated decisions. So, before you even think about signing on the dotted line, here are five things you should ponder before buying your next property.

When it comes time to sell, clutter can be detrimental to an efficient sale of your home. Not only does it affect the way your home presents to prospective buyers, but it inevitably makes moving much more difficult, particularly if you’re downsizing or relocating inter-state. Work towards a cleaner and more organised home with the basics of decluttering.

In today’s market, if you want to attract the right kind of buyers to a property whilst building the trust of prospective sellers, then it’s all about a winning home opening experience. Follow our top tips to ensure your home open experience is an exciting affair that will stand out from the competition.

In the latest edition of Right at Home with SJ, our Director Sara James speaks with our lovely client Kim Bishop - the owner and renovator-extraordinaire of our recent project in Salter Point. 

There is no doubt that our homes are an extension of who we are - what we do within the walls of our sacred spaces shapes our mood, affects our productivity and influences our overall outlook on life.  Whether you’ve recently moved into a new property, are in the midst of some home improvements or are simply feeling a little stale in your space, we’ve compiled a few ideas to help you really enjoy the best out of your place.

Selling a property and making sure you get the highest possible selling price isn’t always an easy feat. In fact, just because a property market is “hot”, doesn’t automatically mean you’re in for an easy sell. That’s where the power of property presentation comes into play! So, which interior style is best when selling property? Well, you’ll just have to read on to find out!

There’s no denying that hosting at Easter can be quite the task - even if it’s only the family joining you. For this reason, we’ve asked our Director, Sara James, to share her top tips for Easter entertaining which will ensure you’ve got everything in place for a successful day of celebrations! 

As the seasons change and the weather begins to shift, we update many things in our lives from our wardrobe essentials to pantry staples and everything in between. Similarly, seasonal changes are the perfect time to make a few small changes to our home interiors, allowing us to experiment with fresh colours, patterns and textures that will ensure we soak up all that the new season brings to our home life. 

Whilst the current property market here in Perth might be making it a little easier for homes to sell quickly, there are still a range of common mistakes that we see sellers making everyday that are often detrimental to a swift sale. So, we thought we would take the guesswork out of the equation for all those sellers out there, with a list of all the mistakes to avoid this selling season.