When buying an investment property, you’re likely to spend time and resources finding a property that will add value over time and maximise your initial outlay. But the work doesn’t end once you’ve found the perfect property. Here are our top tips to maintain the value of your investment property.
We’ve put together a checklist for landlords on what you need to take care of before Christmas, so everyone can enjoy a stress-free summer break.
Many renovators don’t realise their choices of fixtures, fittings and materials will ultimately affect the size of their annual tax return. Instead of trying to save money by tackling DIY work, there are smarter ways to increase your result without additional hard labour.
In recent years, the property management industry has seen several start-ups emerge that aim to change commission-based fee structures and service models. But when low cost typically means low service, what does this mean for investors looking for the right property manager?
Tenants’ expectations are higher today than they were in the past. With increasing competition among landlords to find great tenants, it’s important to make sure your property contains the features tenants are looking for in a home.
Property inspections are a key part of renting out your investment property so it’s important that you understand your rights and responsibilities. We take you through the legal elements of property inspections, as well as what we’re looking for in an inspection to keep your property in the best possible condition.
A lack of communication is a common complaint both landlords and tenants make about their property managers. But it doesn't have to be this way. We look at why that’s the case and what your property manager should be doing to keep you in the loop.
Good tenants are essential in maintaining the value of your investment property, but how do you find the right one? Here are our top tips to attract the right tenant for your investment property.
Choosing a quality property management specialist with years of experience in the industry is going to save you money in the foreseeable future. Here are the questions you should be asking.
A gorgeous garden can be a real asset to a rental property. But on the other hand, a sadly neglected garden can be a giveaway that a property is a rental. We've put together some guidelines to help landlords and tenants with what they need to know about gardens.
When it comes to rental properties, what tenants really want isn’t always the same as what landlords really want. So how can a good property manager steer a steady path and keep everyone happy?
Winter is here, bringing specific considerations and challenges for local investment properties. Here’s what landlords need to do to prepare their property for winter.
Eastern Suburbs rentals can attract a lot of interest, so it’s important for prospective tenants to stand out from the crowd. Here’s how to make your rental application stand out so you can secure your dream rental.
Tensions between landlords and tenants are common. Here are the main complaints landlords and tenants have about each other, as well as how to manage them.
Vacancy rates are high across Sydney, providing a challenge for investors in the Eastern Suburbs. Here’s what landlords need to know about what vacancies rates are and how to reduce them.
It’s not uncommon for landlords to regret their choice of property manager, but it’s never too late to make a change. Here are the warning signs of a low-service property management company and why you should change agencies.
A lot of people have dealt with property managers either as a renter or a landlord, but not everyone truly understands the role and the value a great property manager can bring. Here’s what to expect from Taylors Property Management, and how we may be just a little bit different.
Advertising your property is right at the top of the list of factors to consider when renting your property in a tough market. Here’s how to maximise renter interest in your property with smart advertising strategies.
By law, leases in NSW can be up to 98 years, but does the length of a lease actually affect the length of the average tenancy? We take a look at the data.
With everyone on holidays from late December, there’s a lot of preparation required to get your investment property summer-ready. Here’s a checklist for landlords heading into the summer break.
Tenants and landlords have different perspectives, so how do they find middle ground on common issues? We look at the most common tenant and landlord questions and how to deal with them.
Rent increases are a normal part of any tenancy, but they’re not always welcomed by the tenant. Here’s what to do if your tenant wants to leave because of a rent increase.
Word of mouth is an important way for homeowners to find good property specialists in their area, but how do you know when to refer your property manager to your friends and family? Here, we look at the value of referrals and how to know when you should refer.
A good marketing campaign can make all the difference in finding the right tenant for your property, but it’s even more critical in a challenging market. Here’s how to make your investment property stand out from the crowd.
In areas with a building boom, you run the risk of an oversupply of rentals. So how can landlords in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs overcome these rental market challenges and come out on top?
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