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...
Building on a sloping block. Sourcing the perfect block of land to build your brand new home can be challenging. Will the frontage allow for the home you want? Is the property long enough to have an alfresco and/or backyard? Is the block in the right location and within budget? These are just some of the many considerations to figure out. What should you do if the block of your dreams is on a slope? 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...
Top things to do in Clayton Clayton is an highly populated suburb given its close radius to the Monash University (Clayton) and Monash Hospital. It's also a widely popular neighbourhood with a variety of amenities and public transport options. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: The Clayton Hotel Located opposite the Clayton train station its an easy place to get to. After a...
Most common home burglary entry points. When buying a home, the last thing you want to worry about is the threat of having your home broken into. Unfortunately home burglaries can occur in any suburb any time. It is important to always secure your home to prevent these occurrences In this market insight we highlight the most common home burglary entry points and some tips to avoid...
Top things to do in Bendigo One of the largest township in regional Victoria, Bendigo was founded in 1851 and now is home to over 120,000 people. It is also a very popular tourist destination and visited by many all year round. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Bendigo Town Hall Located in the heart of Bendigo this is one of the city’s greatest architectural achievements from...
What to ask yourself before buying a home. When buying a home, its among one of the most exciting lifestyle events you'll ever encounter. It is also a nervous one... Doing some research is important, while seeking advice is priceless! Here are a some helpful questions you should ask yourself when making the decision to purchase a home. What motivates you to buy a home? Understanding...
Top things to do in Epping Epping is an established suburb with over 33,000 people. It has fast evolved into a thriving location and has supported many lifestyles in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Pacific Epping Pacific Epping features over 230 stores with some of the largest retailers in Australia. It is known to be in the top ten largest...
Crime rates update ending Sept 2022. Here we summarise the latest state wide crime rates figures in Victoria, Melbourne. State wide figures The number of criminal incidents recorded by Victoria Police in the year to 30 September 2022 was 343,982, down 3.6% from 356,920 incidents recorded in the same period last year. The number of offences recorded by Victoria Police in the year 30...