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Inside Taylor Swift’s Homes Through Every Era

Inside Taylor Swift’s Homes Through Every Era

At present, Taylor Swift owns about $95 million worth of real estate. Photo: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images Words by Joyce Chen Over the years, Taylor Swift’s homes have provided inspiration for her music, from her Rhode Island mansion to her infamous Cornelia Street rental. Now, the pop megastar has officially hit billionaire...

Posted on Tuesday 13th February 2024 by
Prue Fletcher
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Interior Design Expert Yasmine Ghoniem Takes on New Project with Grand Designs Transformations

Interior Design Expert Yasmine Ghoniem Takes on New Project with Grand Designs Transformations

Grand Designs Transformations co-host Yasmine Ghoniem Words by Rosie Herdman‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ &lrm...

Posted on Tuesday 6th February 2024 by
Prue Fletcher
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Peach Fuzz Elegance: Weaving Warmth and Nostalgia into Your Home in 2024

Peach Fuzz Elegance: Weaving Warmth and Nostalgia into Your Home in 2024

Peach Fuzz, Pantone's Colour of the Year for 2024, isn't just a hue; it's a sensation—a warm and inviting embrace that reflects our collective longing for connection and comfort. Beyond its delightful colour, Peach Fuzz holds a deeper significance in its name, emphasizing the importance of touch and invoking feelings of security...

Posted on Thursday 25th January 2024 by
Sarah Lowry
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How to Love Your Home Again When There's No Money to Renovate

How to Love Your Home Again When There's No Money to Renovate

By Carlene Duffey Interior design, styling and renovation expert  Photography Mindi Cooke  ‎I know the frustration of feeling like every home around you is undergoing a breathtaking transformation while your own home sits stagnant as you wait for a windfall so you can begin your own build or renovation. The current economic...

Posted on Tuesday 19th September 2023 by
Prue Fletcher
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Sell in Winter to Buy Well in Spring

Sell in Winter to Buy Well in Spring

Ready to buy your dream property in the spring? Then winter may just be your golden opportunity. Contrary to popular belief, the winter selling season can be a wise time to sell your existing property and buy a new one. This is especially true for changeover buyers looking to upgrade or downsize. By selling in the winter with delayed settlement...

Posted on Tuesday 30th May 2023 by
Prue Fletcher
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Eight Renovation Trends to Dominate Our Year

Eight Renovation Trends to Dominate Our Year

Our expectations of a modern home are changing, and that's having a direct impact on how many owners are approaching renovation projects. The work-from-home (WFH) movement, climate change and the pandemic aftermath are the most powerful factors influencing today's designs. Owners are keen to explore sustainable building materials...

Posted on Wednesday 22nd March 2023 by
Sarah Lowry
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How to Shop for Your Dream Home

How to Shop for Your Dream Home

Searching for your dream home can be an exciting experience: you get to explore different housing styles, check out new locations and think about the kind of decor you love! To help the process go smoothly, a great idea is to spend a little time and effort listing the features you want in a home, before you go shopping. This goes beyond just...

Posted on Wednesday 22nd February 2023 by
Sarah Lowry
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Top Interior Décor Trends for 2023

Top Interior Décor Trends for 2023

As we move into 2023, many owners will be thinking of redecorating to help maintain and even increase the value of their homes. There is nothing like a fresh coat of paint to make your place feel like new again, boosting your spirits in the process. If that idea appeals, you'll be fascinated by the décor trends for the next 12...

Posted on Wednesday 18th January 2023 by
Sarah Lowry
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Key Things You Need to Wrap Up a Sale by Christmas

Key Things You Need to Wrap Up a Sale by Christmas

It’s safe to say that much of the FOMO has come out of the market, and some homes are taking longer to sell. According to national PropTrack data, it took on average 52 days for a property to sell in October, well up from the 31 days averaged during the last quarter of 2021. Although today’s vendors need a little more patience than...

Posted on Wednesday 14th December 2022 by
Sarah Lowry
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10 Great Reasons to Sell at Christmas

10 Great Reasons to Sell at Christmas

Deciding when to sell is often a balancing act of juggling normal commitments of work, school and daily life together with the time it takes to maximise the value of your home and prepare it for sale.  A popular reason among families to move during summer holidays is to allow the kids to start at their new schools at the beginning of the...

Posted on Wednesday 30th November 2022 by
Sarah Lowry
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