Blog
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Do I need to report maintenance if it’s only a minor issue? It is a term of your agreement to report all repairs and maintenance as early as possible.
September 19th -
What if the tenant wants the locks changed? If the tenant wishes to alter the existing locks or add other security devices to make the property more secure, the tenant must obtain the...
September 19th -
Can I have another person move in with me? Permission must first be sought from the landlord regarding any change to your tenancy prior to the proposed new tenant moving into the...
September 19th -
Can you live in a property if you buy it in your self-managed super fund? No, you cannot live in a property if you purchase it through your Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) in New South Wales (NSW) or anywhere in...
August 29th -
What is Rent Vesting? RENT-VESTING Rent-Vesting is renting where you live, and then buying an investment property elsewhere
August 12th -
What Break of Lease Fee is Required? BREAK OF LEASE FEES 4 weeks rent - if less than 25% of the lease has passed 3 weeks rent - if more than 25% - 50% of the lease has...
August 12th -
Why should you allow pets in your investment property? Around 90% of Australian households have had pets at some time.
July 2nd -
What is Landlord Insurance? Landlord insurance is an insurance you take as a property investor, and it often protects you against items like loss of rent, accidental...
June 15th -
When will my first inspection be? Your first property inspection will be approximately 6-8 weeks after you sign your lease.
June 15th -
Common Mistakes Investors Make 1. Not prioritising your debt 2. Forgetting depreciation 3. Not increasing rent 4. Leaving your property vacant 5.
June 15th -
Notice periods required Tenant - 14 days notice before the end of the lease Landlord - 30 days notice before the end of the lease Tenant...
April 23rd -
What is rental yield? Rental Yield is the income on an investment property after subtracting expenses, usually expressed as a percentage of the property's...
April 17th