Landlord

9 Reasons You Should Invest In Brisbane Properties

By Brad Minhinnick / October 28, 2019 /

Brisbane is in the midst of a transformation. It is changing from a “big country town” into a modern multicultural metropolis. Many now refer to Brisbane as a city that is “growing up”, taking its place as Australia’s third largest city. This transformation has been driven by an increased number of interstate migration, huge infrastructure…

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Quick Tips For A More Desirable Rental Property: Air-Conditioning

By Brad Minhinnick / October 22, 2019 /

Here in Brisbane we love our air-conditioners. When summer gets to its sweltering highs and the humidity sets in, the air-conditioner is what keeps us going. The Brisbane climate makes them essential for almost every home. If you find that you are missing out on great tenants or have had your property on the market…

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A Guide To Fixed Term Leases

By Brad Minhinnick / September 23, 2019 /

Across Australia attitudes towards homeownership have been slowly changing. Through a combination of factors, including housing affordability in certain cities and a desire for younger people to live closer to cities, more Australian’s are choosing to rent. For some Australians, renting is seen as a cheaper alternative to purchasing a home, offering flexibility and greater…

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A Quick Tip To Making Your Investment Property More Desirable: Lighting

By Brad Minhinnick / September 16, 2019 /

Getting the best tenants is incredibly important to any great investment property. It can be tough; the rental market is very competitive, and you need to do everything you can to make your property stand out. While some changes could cost a fortune, there are some great additions you can make, at a reasonable cost,…

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Who Is Responsible For Maintenance And Repairs?

By Brad Minhinnick / September 9, 2019 /

Keeping a property in great condition through maintenance and repairs can be hard work. But, with the tenant, landlord and property manager all working together the property will remain in excellent condition. There are many different elements to a property that needs maintenance and occasional repairs. Whether this is the gardens, drains, gutters, plumbing, air…

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Landlords Dilemma: Do You Raise The Rent Or Keep The Tenant?

By Brad Minhinnick / September 2, 2019 /

You may be in a position where you need to increase the cashflow from your rental property, or you have found that it is worth a lot more than you have been currently renting it out at. This is quite common when dealing with an investment property and it always raises a big question when…

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How Much Can A View Add To Your Investment Property’s Worth?

By Brad Minhinnick / August 27, 2019 /

Whether it be ocean, park, river or city, we all love a good view out of the windows of our home. It can drastically change our perception of a property, turning an otherwise standard apartment or home into a goldmine. We are all just view crazy! This is great for property investors though. If you…

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10 Reasons Why You Need A Property Manager

By Brad Minhinnick / August 19, 2019 /

It is tempting to go it alone as a landlord when managing your property. Many investors have considered this at one time or another. If you have secure tenants who pay on time every week, always leave the property in perfect condition, and nothing breaks how hard could it be? Things rarely go exactly as…

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12 Steps For First Time Property Investors

By Brad Minhinnick / August 12, 2019 /

Investing in property opens up some incredible new opportunities to improve your financial security and boost your wealth. A property is a secure long-term investment for many, allowing them to diversify their income streams, and hold their money in an asset that, in the long term, will likely increase in value. The process of securing…

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