Tenant

How to get a rental property with no rental history.

By Brad Minhinnick / June 29, 2020 /

Moving out of home and landing your first rental can be challenging. Not only do you have to source furniture, save money for the move, and navigate an unfamiliar world of electricity and insurance providers, but you have to secure a property first. Unfortunately for many first time renters they will find landlords tend to…

Save Space And Transform Your Rental Property With A Vertical Garden

By Brad Minhinnick / May 5, 2020 /

Looking for a new way to give your rental property’s outdoor spaces a fresh look but don’t have the space for new landscaping? Vertical gardens are a great option. If you have been following architecture trends over the past 5 or so years you will notice a feature many of these new buildings, which are…

All You Need To Know About Bond Loans

By Brad Minhinnick / April 20, 2020 /

Need to suddenly move but don’t have the cash for both the move and the bond? A bond loan can help you out. Through this you can pay your bond back in instalments instead of a large lump sum, giving you or your family much needed cash to complete the move. While often the bond…

How To Get A Rental Property With No Rental History

By Brad Minhinnick / February 24, 2020 /

If you are renting for the first time it is easy to be intimidated, thinking that you don’t have a chance against others with a long and impeccable record. While it is true that you may have to work harder to prove yourself, it is not impossible. There are many great ways you can prove…

6 tips To Prepare Your Puppy For Apartment Life

By Brad Minhinnick / February 18, 2020 /

Getting a new puppy is an exciting time. Welcoming your new furry best friend into your life is a lot of fun. Of course, there are many challenges you will face in preparing your pup to integrate into your home. Challenges like training, puppy-proofing, and ensuring they get a lot of exercise. For those of…

5 Reasons Why Hiding Your Pets From Your Landlord is a Bad Idea

By Brad Minhinnick / January 20, 2020 /

It can be tempting to attempt to sneak your pet into your property to avoid a no-pets policy. After all, you are great at keeping a secret, and can clean up all the mess they make or hide it. They won’t be that loud at all, so no one will find out! Besides, your property…

What Happens After You Apply To Rent A Property?

By Brad Minhinnick / January 6, 2020 /

Often, for many who are renting or looking to rent, the behind the scenes for the approval process may be somewhat of a mystery. Unless you have worked in property management, or know someone who has, you may not be aware of the exact process most property managers go through before accepting or declining your…

How to Travel Overseas and Rent out Your Home Without a Hitch

By Brad Minhinnick / December 2, 2019 /

Renting out your property can be an excellent way to help fund overseas travel. It can also be the catalyst for increased financial and emotional stress. However, if you take the time to address a few key areas of concern before you jet off, it can make a world of difference to your renting experience.…

Top 10 Questions Potential Tenants Are Guaranteed To Be Asked

By Brad Minhinnick / November 25, 2019 /

When finding a tenant for your property it is important to screen any applicants thoroughly before accepting them. A great property manager will have an effective vetting procedure set up to reduce the risk of issues with a tenant further down the line. Issues a great vetting process can avoid include undeclared pets, payment issues,…