Property Management

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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What To Do When You Want To Sell Your Tenanted Property

By Brad Minhinnick / July 29, 2019 /

Investment properties are there to serve your needs and grow your wealth for your future. Whether this is through increased cash flow or overall capital growth as we mentioned in this previous article. A part of that cycle of wealth generation sometimes involves selling your property. There are many reasons you could want to sell…

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4 Reasons Why Corner Agencies Aren’t Top Priority

By Brad Minhinnick / May 27, 2019 /

Local, corner agencies used to be vital for anyone looking to rent, buy or find a property manager. Previously you would need to stop by all the local agencies, look at their listings in the window and then talk to an agent. All of this was before you could even inspect the property, not to mention agents…

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10 Things to Know when Buying an Apartment for Investment

By Brad Minhinnick / April 29, 2019 /

The apartment rental market in Australia has sky-rocketed. While property prices are plummeting, apartment rent remains relatively stable, especially in places like Brisbane or the Gold Coast. This demand has been led by an increased number of Australians wanting to live closer to the city, whether this is for work or for lifestyle. Apartments tend…

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Don’t Be A Fool – Change Your Smoke Alarm Battery April 1st

By Brad Minhinnick / April 1, 2019 /

Smoke alarms are extremely important safety devices. Without a smoke alarm the risk of death, caused by fire in your home, is THREE TIMES greater than if you do have one installed. In Queensland around three-quarters of all home fire deaths occur in homes that do not have smoke alarms. Around 50% of all deaths…

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Maximising Your Rental Property Return

By Brad Minhinnick / March 1, 2019 /

When you purchase an investment property, you’re not buying it in the hopes of barely scraping by. It’s exactly what it says it is… an INVESTMENT. You want to make money from it and you’re most likely wanting to grow your property portfolio to enjoy now and in your retirement. You have probably looked at…

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Signs They Are a Bad Tenant

By Brad Minhinnick / February 15, 2019 /

Great tenants pay on time, keep the property well-maintained, and don’t bother the neighbours. Bad tenants will give you endless reasons for delayed payments, let the property deteriorate and are an annoyance to the neighbours. Finding a good tenant is a blessing, while being hooked with the latter means endless headaches and potential loss of…

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Tenant Advice: How To Secure A Rental Property

By Brad Minhinnick / February 5, 2019 /

Imagine you have spent countless evenings scrolling through realestate.com.au and domain.com.au on the hunt for the perfect new place to move into. You’ve narrowed your search down to a handful of properties and have arranged inspections with each of the property managers. After the inspections, you’ve found a property you love and so you eagerly…

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Landlord’s Guide To Avoiding Tenant Issues

By Brad Minhinnick / July 30, 2018 /

Renting out property investments is a great option to create a steady passive income. However, landlords have to take care of their property and their tenants. They have to be compliant with housing laws and regulations. Failure to do so could put your investment and rental returns at risk. Here are some basic guidelines on…

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