As well as creating a space for you to enjoy with family and friends, a great outdoor barbeque set up will also add loads of value to your home. Set the scene for an incredible lifestyle that will reap rewards over and over.

I thought I would go into commercial property loans a little more because there are several factors you want to be ready for if you apply for a loan on a commercial property. Even if you have previously applied for residential properties and know the system, you may still be caught out with some of the additional requirements commercial property loans can throw at you.

There is nothing quite as comforting as a well-made bed with stiff, clean sheets to welcome you in at the end of a long day. Even though we might not be able to fully appreciate every minute of it, we spend a really large amount of time in bed (a third of our life) and while much of that time is clocked up to sleep, we also use that bed time to snuggle in from a storm, recover from illness or injury, read, watch movies, cuddle loved ones, have sex, and every now and then eat some toast or ice cream.

The real difference between residential and commercial property investment is in your mindset and targeted end result.

You are probably itching for a clean-up this time of year. Now is the time to seize the moment and tackle those jobs you have been putting off all year. Here are five ways you can get started and be inspired by how simple and easy it is to get your spring clean done and dusted.

If you are looking for some unique landscaping ideas that include low maintenance, aesthetic balance and hardiness you might want to consider Australian native plants.

Over the past few articles, we have looked briefly into this first homebuyer saving options and gone over some of the items you need to take into consideration. We end here with some directions you can take to seek professional advice on whether the FHSS is the right choice for you.

Variety may be the spice of life but it's not especially great for selling your home. We all have different tastes and see beauty in different ways, however, when it comes to expressing your unique style, it's best if it's done in a way you can take with you when you move home.

If you are eligible for salary sacrifice through your employer then the federal government has an alternative way to help you save for your first home. It's called the First Home Super Saver (FHSS) scheme and it makes it possible for you to allocate part of your income to your superannuation to be withdrawn (along with any associated interest) when you buy your first home.

Property additions and refurbishments are tricky subjects and can have long-term consequences if you fail to hit the sweet spot for your next buyer.

When it comes to how to save for your first home you may want to consider the First Home Super Saver (FHSS) and allocate funds to your superannuation instead of a bank.

Need a little help saving for your first home? The First Home Super Saver (FHSS) is a little known saving scheme that can see you putting away money in a place with better interest than a bank. Your super fund.

Here are some methods for cleaning your bathroom tile grout starting with completely natural, right through to chemical. These will give you a chance to match the best solution to your lifestyle.

Presenting a garden in its best light is a critical factor when it comes to selling your home. A small investment of time and money to your outdoor spaces can increase your final selling price by as much as 20%, so it's well worth digging out your spade and finding time to fertilize your grass.

When it comes to negotiating a commercial property purchase that works for you, here are some things to keep in mind.