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Why Traditional Rental Management No Longer Works Today

From evolving tenant expectations and shifting investor goals to stricter legislation and increasing market volatility, the rental landscape has undergone massive transformation in the last decade. Yet, much of the rental property management industry remains stuck in outdated systems, slow communication, and a bare-minimum mindset. It’s the investors who end up paying the price.… Continue reading Why Traditional Rental Management No Longer Works Today

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The Pitfalls of Self-Managing Property

When a part-time handyman does a dodgy job on his renovation, it won’t be too long before cracks begin to appear…sometimes literally. The same goes for DIY property management. If you buy an investment property and want to lease it out, you may be tempted to manage the whole process yourself, so you can… Continue reading The Pitfalls of Self-Managing Property

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Why You Should Consider Using a Property Manager

Managing a rental property can be demanding and complex, requiring time, expertise, and ongoing commitment. As a landlord, you may find yourself overwhelmed with various responsibilities, from tenant screening and lease management to property maintenance and rent collection. This is where a property manager can make a significant difference. In this blog post, we… Continue reading Why You Should Consider Using a Property Manager

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Changes to the RTRA Act for Ending Tenancies

October last year heralded some changes for Qld landlords and tenants in a bid to make things clear and fair for all parties. The key changes related to pet policy, repairs and maintenance and, most importantly, termination of tenancies. Before the changes, when there was a periodic lease in place (meaning there was no… Continue reading Changes to the RTRA Act for Ending Tenancies

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New Legislation for Qld Properties

It has been a tough year for Queensland tenants, with rents on the rise and decent available properties becoming rare by the month. Add to that the soaring costs of living and it would be fair to say renters could use a break. The good news is that they will have the right to… Continue reading New Legislation for Qld Properties

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Regular Annual Services Save Money

There are reasons people get their cars serviced every year. Regular maintenance catches small or developing problems in their infancy and sets them right before they become much bigger, more expensive problems. You wouldn’t buy a car and then drive it around for years and years without a service until it completely breaks down… Continue reading Regular Annual Services Save Money

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New Smoke Alarm Legislation

From 1 January 2022, all Queensland residential properties leased or sold are required to meet new smoke alarm legislation. Under the new laws, landlords will need to ensure their rental properties are fitted with photoelectric, interconnected smoke alarms in all bedrooms of the home, plus in hallways or between areas containing bedrooms. The new… Continue reading New Smoke Alarm Legislation

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Having A Presentable Portfolio When Ready To Re-let

A crucial part of having an investment property portfolio is being able to make the maximum rental income from each property that you can. One aspect of this is having them tenanted as often as possible and avoiding costly vacancy periods. Another is making sure they are as presentable, desirable and modern as possible,… Continue reading Having A Presentable Portfolio When Ready To Re-let

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10 Myths About Investment Properties – Did You Know?

When it comes to rental properties, there are common misconceptions for both owners and renters that can prove costly or embarrassing without the right knowledge in place. To make it easier, we have broken down our top five for each. Let’s start with owners. Owner myths busted I want more rent! Property managers don’t set… Continue reading 10 Myths About Investment Properties – Did You Know?