April 13, 2012

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Property Interior Renovation

Property interior renovations become a necessary exercise every few years, not just to repair, but also to update with interior design trends, and introduce more efficient systems and accessories, de-clutter and keeping the home looking up-to-date and modern. Part of having a successful Property Investment NZ business is maintaining your properties – whether they are held as rentals or bought and sold on quickly.

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March 9, 2012

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Property Exterior Renovation

Property Exterior Renovation

Property exterior renovations are essential to preserve the aesthetics and value of the building premises. The exterior helps form the critical first impression, which can clinch a sale or see it rejected. Exterior renovations enhance curb appeal, help save energy, make the place livable and retain its high level of maintenance.

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February 7, 2012

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Renovation By Professionals Or A Do-It-Yourself Exercise

Renovation By Professionals Or A Do-It-Yourself Exercise

Renovation on your investment property is important to keep it in good shape and increase its life. Some renovations are forced, that is, they have to be undertaken when there is a breakdown, while others may be carried out to improve the aesthetics of the place. Both however, are cumbersome, and the difficult decision is whether to do-it-yourself or hire expert professionals.

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December 13, 2011

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Costing out a Renovation

Costing out a Renovation

When I have a property under due diligence, I ask one of my property managers to meet me at the property of interest with one of his or her maintenance contractors (these guys own their businesses but use subcontractors, e.g. builders, plumbers, electricians etc). I tell them what I want done to the property, and they give me a price then and there.

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November 15, 2011

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Should You Outsource Your Property Renovation or Do It Yourself

Should You Outsource Your Property Renovation or Do It Yourself

Should I outsource my property renovation or do it myself? This question plagues every home owner who has made the decision about going in for renovation. Renovation is always needed as properties grow older, and the structure, fittings and accessories begin to wear out, giving a rundown look to the whole place.

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September 27, 2011

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5 Tips to Add Value through Renovation

5 Tips to Add Value through Renovation

A valuable lesson I have learned is knowing exactly what will add that extra value or result in an increase in rental without going overboard. It is vitally important not to overcapitalise. It also pays to be aware that there are some things which may make a property look better, but will make very little difference to the return and are therefore not worth doing.

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September 22, 2011

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Common Mistakes To Avoid When Renovating An Investment Property

Common Mistakes To Avoid When Renovating An Investment Property

Renovating an investment property is different from renovating your own home, since it has to be done in a manner that it attracts buyers and appeals to a larger audience.   This is perhaps why probability of making mistakes is higher, but if undertaken carefully common renovation mistakes can be avoided. An investment property is [...]

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September 22, 2011

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Property Renovation Tips

Property Renovation Tips

Property renovation is a great way to get a good deal both as a buyer who wishes to live in it, and seller who wishes to buy low and sell high.  Renovation helps to make a rundown, dilapidated place emerge as a glamorous residence while also adding value. However, renovation is a wide ranging exercise [...]

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September 22, 2011

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Renovate Your Property For Investment

Renovate Your Property For Investment

Renovating a property for investment is a bit different from renovating a property to make it your own home.  Renovating for investment is a great way of multiplying the returns received from the purchase of a property. Many investors use this technique for property investment in which they buy a dilapidated place at a low [...]

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September 22, 2011

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Bathroom – Renovate to Sell

Bathroom – Renovate to Sell

Bathrooms are an essential part of the house even though they are small, and generally tucked away in inconspicuous corners.  Renovating a bathroom is an essential and frequent exercise since they are the ones that begin to look old and need to be changed and renovated sooner than other parts of the house. Their complex [...]

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