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Pet proofing your rental home

Changes in laws across the years and world events have seen a rise in pet ownership in rental properties as more renters are finding it acceptable to have pets in their properties.   As with all pet ownership, there are things to consider in the care and use of the property as well as the safety

Tips for your winter open home

Inclement weather can sometimes put a dampener on the number of people who may come through your open home and when it comes to your winter homes, as with any season, you want to show off your property in the best possible light. The winter months are a great opportunity to show how warm and

Tips to a successful rental application

A tighter rental market can often mean that there is more competition when you are looking for your new home. This can sometimes lead to stress around the application process, and you may find that you are applying for several properties. There are a few things that you can do to ensure that you have

What is a Residential Tenancy Agreement?

A residential tenancy agreement, lease agreement or tenancy agreement is the legal document that is required when a Landlord/Owner/Property Agent and Tenant/Renter enter into an agreement for the Tenant to rent a property for a specified period. A tenancy agreement is a legally binding document, and it is important that all that enter into the

Why a property won’t sell

When property markets are influenced by external factors or changes in economic conditions, there can be fluctuations in how fast a property may sell. There are additional factors that can also limit the length of time that it takes to sell a property and important factors to note if you are considering selling. Price If

4 Mistakes to avoid when selling your home

When it comes to selling your home, there are a few things that you should consider before deciding to sell and then testing the market to see if it will achieve your goal sale price. Avoiding little mistakes along the way can reduce stress and maximise the outcome.  1. Avoid overcapitalising on improvements It may

Choosing the right property manager

There are many benefits to hiring a property manager. It will save you a lot of time and eliminate the stress of having to manage the rent, paperwork and dealing directly with the tenant. However, it is vital that you do your research before hiring one to ensure your investment is in safe hands. Here

What can property investors claim at tax time?

Heading into tax time can seem a daunting prospect with understanding what you can and can’t claim on your investment property.  The good news is that a good property manager can help to keep track of your expenditure over your property and a great accountant will help with identifying and maximising the deductions that you