Brad Minhinnick

Market recap April 2021 – Fortitude Valley

By Brad Minhinnick / April 13, 2021 /

Fortitude Valley is Brisbane’s grungy, hip, nightlife, and food center. Filled with exciting entertainment possibilities, hidden laneways, and creative eateries, Fortitude Valley is sure to provide a great day or night out. Referred to as “The Valley” by locals, this part of the city has been constantly transforming itself, allowing it to retains its place…

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What tenancy protections will remain when the moratorium ends?

By Brad Minhinnick / April 7, 2021 /

Australia has begun its transition out of the COVID-19 emergency period. With this transition comes an end to the moratorium on evictions, and other protections for tenants and landlords. Many of these protections are ending very soon, so it is important for property owners and tenants to know which rules will apply. To help out…

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How infrastructure will impact your property’s capital growth

By Brad Minhinnick / March 23, 2021 /

There is more to a property’s value than the quality of the home. That is because the more desirable a property is the higher potential rent you can charge. What affects this is partly the fit and finish, but also the location your property is in. A part of what can make a location extremely…

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11 Benefits to having a clean home

By Brad Minhinnick / March 16, 2021 /

Having a clean home has many great benefits which can help our health, our home life, and outside life. Cleaning your home may seem like an annoying chore, but just like the end result, the act of cleaning also has some great benefits. Plus, once you get the habit going, cleaning will become less of…

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10 investment property design features which can increase your rental yield

By Brad Minhinnick / March 2, 2021 /

As the rental market is becoming increasingly more competitive, you need your property to stand out in order to get the highest rental yields. There are many factors that can determine how much someone is willing to pay per week for your property. Some of these elements may not be able to be changed, like…

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A guide to navigating the final inspection for property owners

By Brad Minhinnick / February 24, 2021 /

If your tenant is vacating your property you will need to conduct a final inspection. These are important for determining the state of the property when they are leaving and rectifying any existing issues. When heading into the final inspection it is important to understand what your rights and responsibilities are. This will aid you…

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Furnished or unfurnished? Which option is best for your property?

By Brad Minhinnick / February 16, 2021 /

There are many different ways in which property owners can make their investment available for lease. These include: Fully furnished and equipped: This is where you supply both the furniture and household items like cutlery or kitchen utensils. Fully furnished: Where you provide all of the furniture for the tenant. Partly furnished: Where you provide…

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Your guide to pet resumes

By Brad Minhinnick / February 8, 2021 /

A new trend for pet owners who rent has turned property searches on their head. It has come out of a feeling from pet owners that the rental market can seem too challenging to navigate. This trend, known as pet resumes, allows property managers and owners to learn about your pet before you move in.…

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January 2021 Brisbane rental market snapshot

By Brad Minhinnick / February 1, 2021 /

As COVID restrictions continue to ease and Brisbane continues to remain open, the rental market also continues to recover. This is positive news for investors who have faced many months of uncertainty. With a positive outlook on the market’s recovery let’s have a look at how it has been performing this month. Median rent Queensland…

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