Entries by Karen Herbert
Amazing Things We Learnt In 2018
We have an organ called the interstitium now! Wildpixel / Getty Images For more information, visit https://nyulangone.org/press-releases/researchers-find-new-organ-missed-by-gold-standard-methods-for-visualizing-anatomy-disease. We finally got to read about a survivor of the last U.S slave ship, after years of the manuscript being ignored. Afp / AFP / Getty Images For more information, visit https://www.history.com/news/zora-neale-hurston-barracoon-slave-clotilda-survivor There was a 1,500 year old…Read More→
New Year Annual Property Maintenance Checklist For our Owners
There are many hidden dangers in and around our homes or rental properties. Some may be natural, man-made, or due to wear and tear. Detailed property maintenance keeps the area clean and removes potential health hazards. Keep reading to get a checklist for your property maintenance. CLEAN THE YARD AND SURROUNDING AREAS The first thing…Read More→
New Year Annual Home Maintenance Checklist
Monthly Inspect, and possibly change out home vacuum filters. Many experts will say to change the filters monthly, but that’s not always necessary. For smaller families without pets or allergies, you’ll likely be okay changing the filters every 2-3 months. If the filter is dirty, change it out, otherwise inspect it again next month. Clean kitchen…Read More→
Is your pool looking more green than clean?
Living in Queensland, we have a number of tenants lucky enough to have a pool on their property. With the storm season in full swing, there can be a range of issues that can occur to the cleanliness, chlorine and PH levels. As a tenant, you are responsible for looking after the property and keeping…Read More→
QUEENSLAND SMOKE ALARM LEGISLATION AMENDMENTS
As a Landlord, it is vital to remain well-informed of the changes in smoke alarm legislation. Regular alarm maintenance can save a tenant’s life, and your own investment at the same time. Smoke alarm maintenance is governed by both State and Federal legislation and any person who does not comply with the relevant legislation is…Read More→
Christmas Present Ideas: For him, for her, for the little ones & for the entire family
FOR HIM Two of a Kind Old Fashioned Cocktail & Glasses Set $69.00 + Free AU Shipping. Buy here: https://www.hardtofind.com.au/161800_two-of-a-kind-old-fashioned-cocktail-glasses-set Personalised Hand-Stamped Leather Key Chain $50.60 + Free AU Shipping. Buy here: https://www.hardtofind.com.au/172619_personalised-handstamped-leather-key-fob Men’s Gardening Gloves $61,50 + Free AU Shipping. Buy here: https://www.hardtofind.com.au/144961_mens-gardening-gloves-by-burgon-ball Nosferatu Blood Orange Gin $80.00 + Free AU Shipping. Buy here: https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_ER_2000003095_ND-NOSGIN700/nosferatu-blood-orange-gin FOR…Read More→
A Dummy’s Guide to Moving Home
If you are doing the big move in the coming new year, you might already be feeling the anxiety that comes with change. Not only is moving home physically draining, but the emotions associated with change can intensify the process. To help reduce tension and ensure your move is as smooth as possible, we have…Read More→
8 Ways To Deal With Pesky Possums
In recent months, we have had a number of tenants report disturbances in their home as a result of possums inhabiting their rooves. Living in Queensland, interaction with possums is largely unavoidable and is part of our day-to-day lives. The Common Brushtail, Common Ringtail and Mountain Brushtail possums are native to Australia and are a…Read More→
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