A Land Information Memorandum (LIM) is a document prepared by the Council to help provide useful information to those buying or selling property. A buyer will gain additional information, which might help their decision making process; a seller might benefit by being better equipped to answer questions from potential buyers.
The information covered within a LIM is normally more detailed than what can be viewed on a property file alone. It includes checks by various Council departments and aims to tell you what you might want to know before buying a property.

Key things to note:

• As a purchaser your lawyer may also offer to order the LIM report on your behalf.
• LIMs can be useful in assisting buyers to feel confident about the property they are looking to buy and help them be in a more unconditional position when it comes to offering.
• LIMs can take between 3 and 5 working days to come.
• Not just handy for properties also for sections and vacant land as.

Here is a link that explains what a LIM is and how to order them: http://www.dunedin.govt.nz/council-online/pay-online/request-lim

Info sourced from Dunedin City Council

When you’re buying or renovating a house, it seems like there is a near endless list of things to consider and check before you are even close to putting pen to paper: time, expenses, livability and more. And that’s before you’ve even started to think about how you’re going to use your new space(s) or what it’s going to look like, which can be a whole other headache in itself. How you choose to decorate your home can make the ultimate difference between living in a place that you love, and living in one that you want to leave.

Indeed, it seems overwhelming when you think about all the aspects that turn a home from an empty collection of rooms into a place that is truly your own. Colour, furniture, artworks and choice of material all play a role in determining the feel of your home, but there is another aspect that is easily overlooked, which can make a world of difference if done correctly – house plants! Now, when I say house plants I’m not talking about the plastic Glowers that your grandma used to keep by the kitchen window, but actual living, breathing plants.

Despite the recent love for interiors with a minimal, modern finish, large house plants are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners wanting a laid-back but contemporary feel. Of course, just sticking any old plant in a pot isn’t going to cut it, and its important to make the right choice in order to get the right look.

Large leafy tropicals such as philodendrons or Kentia palms transport you to another part of the world, and can add an element of softness to areas with a lot of concrete or hard surfaces. However, be careful not to go overboard so as to feel like you’re drowning in a jungle – a good rule when decorating with these plants is to treat them like furniture, and have a lone statement piece or two to catch the eye and brighten up the space.
These statement pieces can then be ‘accessorised’ further with other, smaller plants. Lilies and orchids are a perfect complement to get that refined modern look, and also make excellent statement pieces on their own – there are few things that look more sophisticated than a beautiful white orchid, after all. Other plants that have become incredibly popular in recent years are succulents. The thick, fleshy leaves that help succulents thrive in dry environments also make them ideal as low-maintenance houseplants, while their array of beautiful patterns add a simple yet interesting visual element to any room. Moreover, succulents come in a range of shapes and sizes, so you’ll have no trouble finding a unique variety to suit you, whether it’s a compact cactus, or something with a long, trailing tail.

 

Finally, we can’t forget that classic family of New Zealand plant, the fern. Obviously, you won’t be wanting one of the giant forest varieties sitting in your living room, but there are many different types of fern that will look wonderful indoors, while giving your home that unmistakable Kiwi touch. A maidenhair fern can add a delicate touch of greenery to small spaces, while the larger Boston fern looks great in a hanging basket or positioned high on a pedestal, so that you get the full effect of those large, arching fronds.