Increasing rent is a common part of owning an investment property, but it can be hard to know if and when you should implement an increase. We take you through how to decide if you should raise the rent, what your legal obligations are and how to avoid losing your tenant.
Property inspections are a key part of renting out your investment property and it’s important that you know your rights and responsibilities. We’ve outlined the legal elements of property inspections, as well as what to look for to keep your property in good condition.
The number one complaint both landlord and tenants aim at property managers is a lack of communication. 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 four tips for how to attract a good tenant for your investment property.
With beautiful beaches and great amenities, it’s no wonder Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs are a popular location for young singles, growing families, professionals and older residents alike. Read on for a snapshot of the Eastern Suburbs population and rental market.
One way around Sydney’s increasing house prices is to ‘rentvest’. Here’s everything you need to know about the increasingly popular investment trend.
Marketing and advertising play a vital role in selling properties, but it is often forgotten when it comes to rental properties. A good property manager will focus on quality marketing for your rental property, including photography, open inspections and signage.
Maintaining the value of your investment property requires focus and attention. Find out how to keep your property value high through excellent property management, proactive repairs and good communication.
Rental repairs can cause headaches for landlords and tenants. Here are some expert property management tips to save you money, prevent stress and keep your tenant happy when repairs need to occur.
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.
The fourth quarter of 2017 brought mixed results for Eastern Suburbs property investors. While sales prices have slowed, the rental market experienced low vacancy rates and high demand.
Even though furnished rentals aren’t common in Sydney, this doesn’t mean there aren’t tenants out there who want to find one. But is the added investment worth it for your investment properties?
Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs is already serviced by reasonably good transport, amenities and infrastructure, making it popular with renters and investors alike. The great news is that new infrastructure upgrades and projects should see this area grow more desirable still.
As an industry, property management does not have a great reputation. We want to change this perception, by fixing the three main things that property managers almost always do badly.
The Christmas shutdown can bring financial and logistical challenges for landlord investors. Here's what you need to know about managing tenanted properties and timing advertising campaigns to minimise vacancies.
Excellent property management is such a crucial element to a successful investment. Like any asset, poor management, can seriously compromise the viability of the entire investment.
Managing a rental property requires a great deal of resources, time and know-how, to run smoothly. That’s why appointing a property manager is a smart move for investors.
You can make all the right choices when buying an investment property, but when it comes to luring high quality tenants, if your property doesn’t have what they want, then may find you're going to struggle.
There is an array of factors an investor can put in place to boost their property’s street appeal and potential for attracting quality tenants.
Renovating an investment property is a great way to improve it’s rental return and capital growth.
Whilst instant cash flow is seductive, it isn’t necessarily a sound strategy for long term property growth.
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