Landlord

A tenant being unable to pay the rent is not a position any landlord wants to end up in. However, if it does happen it is important to follow the correct procedures to reduce risk on yourself and your investment. Having a tenant pay on time is important for most property owners. This is because…

If you have a prospective new tenant, it is vital that you do a thorough screening before signing anything. This process can help in the decision making process, allowing you to feel more confident in choosing this tenant. A part of this is going through and contacting the tenant’s references. By being thorough here you…

With the property market in Brisbane seeing massive levels of growth recently, it can be very tempting to rush out and buy a property. The property market works in cycles, and often as it starts to grow, more people jump onto the rise to avoid having to pay potentially even higher prices in the future.…

When your tenant provides their notice to vacate the property, timing is important. It is vital that you take the necessary steps to ensure the handover goes smoothly, and your next tenant can be sourced as soon as possible. By making this process smooth you will be able to reduce confrontations and avoid losing many…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…