What is evaporative cooling? With the fluctuating weather patterns in Australia, particularly Melbourne, keeping your home cool during the summer season isn't always easy. Climate control within your home has significantly evolved over the last decade and they can also look aesthetically pleasing within the home. In this market insight we discuss more about evaporative cooling and its associated...
Top things to do in Brighton Brighton is among one of Melbourne's most prestigious locations. Known for luxury contemporary homes and mansions its one of the most expensive suburbs around. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Brighton Beach It would have to be one of the most clean and safe beaches in Melbourne. Many locals spend time here all year round, even in the...
Top things to do in Preston Preston is a busy neighbourhood with lots of hustle and bustle. This very established and connected suburb that is know to be a vibrant and multicultural suburb. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Preston Market Built back in 1969, the Preston Market has become one of the icons of the suburb. Located in the heart of Preston and adjacent to the...
Here are some historic quotes from the most successful and inspiring people to walk the planet. “Associate yourself with people of good quality if you esteem your reputation, for ‘tis better to be alone than in bad company.” — George Washington “All truth passes through three stages. First it is ridiculed. Secondly, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self evident.”...
The benefits of natural light. In this market insight we summarise the benefits of natural light in your home and offer some tips to maximise it all year round. There are a lot of advantages how increased natural light can help the presentation of your home and your health and well being. Improved health Increasing the natural light in your home has a number of health benefits to you. Getting...
Top things to do in Chadstone Chadstone is a very well known suburb. The suburb has marked its place on the map with the famous Chadstone Shopping Centre, the biggest retail outlet in the southern hemisphere. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Chadstone Shopping Centre Known as the largest retail shopping centre in the southern hemisphere, once you walk inside, you feel its a...
Cost-effective ways to keep warm this winter. As we have entered our third week of winter, Melbourne is starting to show signs of a cold season ahead. When spending more time at home, we want to stay home and keep warm and comfortable. When keeping warm at home, our utility bills often increase. In this market insight we share some simple tips on cost-effective ways to keep warm this...
As the winter continues to get colder, we wanted to share some of our favourite spicy dishes to warm ourselves during the coldest months of the year. Here are three (3) simple dishes jam packed with colour and flavour. Spicy Green Beans Credit image: healthyrecipesblogs.com/spicy-green-beans/ Ingredients: 0.5 kg green beans, washed and trimmed 2 tbsps soy sauce 1 tbsp Sriracha (plus extra to...
Sustainable living has been well received for many years. Many new home designs are placing much more focus on sustainable living to compliment the functionality of a home. At Crest Property Investments, we are very excited witness the evolvement of this and look forward to further change in the coming years ahead. In this market insight we share some simple tips that are very effective all year round in...
Choosing a family-friendly suburb. When buying a family home, no doubt we are all looking for a house that is spacious, functional and well suited to our family needs. Purchasing your own home is no easy task, so when buying your family home, its also important to consider the location. Not all areas offer the same family community environment. Finding a home is one things, matching it with your lifestyle...