The good news about Sydney is that the real estate market growth is expected to continue over the course of this year. What’s the bad news? The bad news is that there are not enough builders in Sydney to carry the load. Read more
If you are a builder or tradesperson in NSW, the recent changes in the home building laws may impact your compliance obligations as a business operator. These include licence requirements, insurance coverage and even the contract terms and conditions you use each day in your business with clients.
Last month we were really pleased when Brendan Wong, a real estate reporter for News.com.au, asked if he could interview one of our service users about her renovation experience. It turned into an insightful editorial piece (with the lovely Melissa Donohoe and family even making the front cover of the real estate section of the Daily Telegaph). So we would like to share with you the key points the article covered with a trend towards more homeowners choosing to renovate their existing homes instead of selling and upgrading to a new home. Read more
If you are considering a renovation for your home in Sydney or anywhere in Australia this year, you are not alone. Even though the current economy is weak and unstable, more Australians are planning on renovating in 2015. According to the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Residential Construction Outlook Report, the forecast for renovations in Australia is to expect growth in the range of about $26.98 billion, which is 1.3 percent higher than last year. In light of rising unemployment, reduced household income, and the lack of confidence in economic growth nationwide, the activity of building renovations is like a bright beacon in the midst of it all. Read more
Today’s tradie cannot survive or thrive without the Internet!
Whether you want to be a household name or just known in the local area, in today and tomorrows growing digital age, you need a good online marketing strategy that helps you stand out from your competitors and be a customers preferred and trusted choice.
Here are 3 tips to help you do that.
Many people think the term “builders” refers to carpenters. However, most builders in today’s world seldom perform carpentry work. So, if they aren’t carpenters, what do builders do?
While some builders North Shore do get involved in hands-on carpentry projects, more of them act in a supervisory manner. We spoke with some of the local North Shore builders who shared with us what they do. Read more
It’s obvious to most of us that dishwashers make kitchen clean-up easier and faster. These handy appliances eliminate the need to run dishwashing water, washing your dishes by hand, rinsing, and towel drying them by hand. If you are ready for a new dishwasher, a local plumber in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs can help you with options. You should also know a few things about these convenient appliances before choosing one. We had a chat with some of the plumbers in our Eastern Suburbs trade network and here are some of their tips. Read more
We all tend to do what we can to protect ourselves and our families from the unexpected, but often times insurance is a forgotten element of enjoying that kind of peace of mind. That’s why it’s important to have get tradies sickness and accident insurance.
These modern times present us with many unknowns that make us feel uncertain about our futures. It’s only natural to feel that way. What would you do today if an unforeseen accident happened? How would your family live the quality of life they have become accustomed to? How would your being gone affect your family?
Branding is one of the many ways to enhance the visibility of your business. Your brand is a reflection of your business. Fridge magnets online and promotions for branding allow you to reach out to the very people who need and want your products or services. Tradie businesses, just like all businesses should be able to create the ideal brand that will properly represent your business and your values. Without branding, no one will know you are there. This is an essential element of becoming a household name in your local area. Read more
Every homeowner should understand that a guttering system is an essential component in protecting the exterior area around your house from water damage. This is why choosing the appropriate gutter replacement Sydney services is so important. Gutters carry water away from your roof and from your foundation when a system is properly installed. Reading these factors for choosing gutters will help you make an informed decision. Read more
