Introducing our Milford Experts: Jordan + Brooke of Harcourts, Alex Kayser of Milford Print and Mary Buckley of helloworld Travel.

Jordan + Brooke, how should vendors present their home during winter months?

Buyers’ primary concerns are sunshine and warmth, two things we all miss during the deep, dark depths of winter. Some simple hacks we like to discuss with our clients so that they can advantage themselves in the marketplace and attract more interest include:

• If the paths, driveways, and fences are looking a little green get them professionally washed.
• Call in the arborist to clear back any growth that might be blocking out sun or shading the house.
• As always, keep décor neutral inside, but bring in colour with accent pieces. Replace cooler blue hues with richer and warmer tones.

Alex, how can people keep family history alive in their homes?

Photos do so much more than record our special memories, they also capture a lot of historically interesting information of people and objects.
One day, facial recognition and genealogy records will help us identify unknown people in old photos, so don’t throw them away! However, right now photos that have been torn, scribbled on, are faded, etc. can be restored and used to decorate your home.
Pop in for an assessment - I have combined a lifetime interest in photography with my Photoshop skills, and can scan and restore your photos, create a gorgeous new enlarged, archival print, and frame it in off-the-shelf, or custom Italian classic frames.

Mary, for those wanting to travel closer to home, what would you recommend?

New Zealand features spectacular scenery and sights on our very own doorstep: helloworld Travel Milford have a wonderful range of travel products for those wanting to travel and explore closer to home. The wide range on offer include: cruises around our beautiful country with many starting and finishing in Auckland; Queenstown getaway packages; car or motorhome hire; accommodation options for all main holiday destinations; scenic railway journeys; luxury lodge accommodation; cycle holiday packages including the popular Otago Rail Trail that now allows electric bikes on the trail. We look forward to helping you explore New Zealand.