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Chocolate and raspberry tart240g pâte sucrée (see recipe here) 250g raspberries 20g mint leaves, finely snipped Chocolate ganache 250ml whipping cream 200g good-quality dark chocolate, 60-70% cocoa solids (preferably Valrhona), finely chopped 25g liquid glucose 50g butter, cut into small pieces All about ease: Sydney Hamptons-style homeThis Sydney home owes its casual air and Hamptons-style elegance to a savvy owner and an intuitive interiors guru. Pâte sucrée250g plain flour 100g butter, cubed and slightly softened 100g icing sugar, sifted Pinch of salt 2 eggs, at room temperature This sweet pastry is mostly used for fruit tarts. It is easier to work with than pâte sablée and, once cooked, pâte sucrée pastry cases are less fragile. The dough can be made in advance and kept well wrapped in the fridge for several days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Kit and caboodle: modular homesCutting-edge modular homes combine style, sustainability and function at an accessible price, writes Harvey Grennan. Mixed leaf salad1 baby cos lettuce, leaves separated 1 radicchio, leaves separated 1 bunch watercress, sprigs picked Dressing ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil 1 tbsp Forum chardonnay vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard

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Good deeds: property titles 101From Old System to leasehold, we examine the various forms of property titles available under Australian law and what they mean for owners.

Change of seasons: choosing the right time to list your home for saleChoosing the right time to list your home for sale is one of the many variables in the real-estate game.

The ugly truth: buying a home based on potential, not looksProspective home buyers would do well to look past an ugly-duckling facade: they may find a potential swan at a bargain price.

Prophet statements: property market forecastsWith the property market dipping across the nation, expert opinion is divided as to the state of play.

Special report: how to kill your billsWe would all like to pay less for our utilities. Here's how to get the best deals.

Books and mortar: new property booksEach year, a plethora of property books is published, claiming to let us in on the secrets of making money from real estate. Harvey Grennan takes a look at four recent releases.

Family lore: how the family home is no longer a one size-fits-all conceptAs demographics change and households take on different configurations, so will our homes, writes Harvey Grennan.

Bargain lots: is regional real estate really a good deal?There are good deals to be had in regional real estate but don't expect to recoup your money in a hurry, writes Harvey Grennan.

Buyer's guide: fireplace heatingNothing says cosy like a flickering fireplace. Gas, wood-burning or eco-fuelled, there's a model guaranteed to warm your hearth.

Million-dollar babies: baby boomer retirement property ideasFrom the grey nomad trail to a deluxe sea change, there are plenty of lifestyle options available to cashed-up baby boomers anticipating retirement, writes Harvey Grennan.

Clutter bug: how to combat clutter in your homeA disorganised home causes more concern than frustration over misplaced keys – it can affect your health. But there are ways to combat clutter, writes Paula Goodyer.

Dream weavers: Tasmania's iconic Waverley Woollen MillsAfter 136 years, Tasmania's iconic Waverley Woollen Mills is still producing homespun comfort, albeit with a high-tech twist.

Extend yourself: things to consider before you begin your renovationIf space is at an all-time premium in your home and you're thinking of expanding up, out or down, there are some hard questions you need to ask first, writes Harvey Grennan.

Lamp buyer's guideAs well as providing task lighting, lamps play an essential design role in a room. Jodie Thomson throws some light on the latest looks.

Gutter instinctsThey may look good, but some types of guttering can cause headaches for homeowners, not to mention potential leaks, rot, mould and worse, writes Harvey Grennan.

Out of harm's way: home safety 101Accidents happen, but with some thoughtful planning you can ensure that your home is safe and sound for all those who come through the door, writes Sarah Pickette.

All about ease: Sydney Hamptons-style homeThis Sydney home owes its casual air and Hamptons-style elegance to a savvy owner and an intuitive interiors guru.

Full circle: Sydney family homeThe opportunity to own and experience part of their family's history was too great to resist for this Sydney couple.

Hip to be square: compact Queensland homeAn architect has created a compact but perfectly formed family home within a nine-square-metre footprint in Queensland.

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