In Australia, smoke alarms are now inexpensive consumer items. National hardware chains have reduced prices dramatically. Basic portable photoelectric smoke alarms are available for $12-$15 each. (including a 9v replaceable battery). Most homeowners will conduct DIY installations of portable smoke alarms. Trade attendance rates vary. e.g. $75-$85 for a handyman to attend, plus cost of […]
Stereotypes can limit your brand Real Estate Agents (REA’s) are commonly maligned in pop culture. They are often viewed as being exclusively sales focused and indeed, sometimes, can live down to this stereotype. However, the idea that REA’s are only interested in selling is simplistic. The reality is that consciously or otherwise, as business entities […]
Melbourne is big and getting bigger. We are told it’s set to speed up further still. In fact, by some measures, we have already overtaken Sydney. The prohibitive cost of infrastructure to support the urban sprawl has more recently resulted in urban planning authorities encouraging higher density living. As Australians, we are used to a […]
Whether you’ve used one on your travels, or you simply live near one, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of Airbnb. Founded less than ten years ago, the online short-term accommodation hub is now a global phenomenon. Over the past two years, I’ve stayed in three Airbnbs in which the hosts were tenants, not owner-occupiers. […]
It’s a parent’s nightmare: the house is on fire and they can’t reach their children. Worse, even if the smoke alarm is going off experts say your children may not hear it, so they may not save themselves. Having a working, reliable smoke alarm has proven time and again to save lives from house fires. […]