The Australian rental market is incredibly tight right now, with a distinct lack of properties becoming available to prospective tenants. While this is undoubtedly concerning, the best way to overcome this issue when searching for a property is by submitting…
If you own a larger investment property near shops and schools, it might be in your best interest to lease it to a family rather than a group of rowdy friends. But to increase your chances of attracting the ideal…
As the economy slows, landlords understandably get nervous about their investment properties. While you may feel at the mercy of interest rate rises and changing tenant circumstances, there are numerous steps you can take to safeguard your finances. Although you…
As the Australian property market undergoes some tough challenges, increasing interest rates means many landlords are looking to increase rent on their properties. This can be a worrying time for tenants, especially those with little room in their budget to…
Undertaking a deep spring clean is a great way to freshen up your home for the warmer months. However, if you also want your rental properties to look and perform great for the rest of the year, you must conduct…
If you rent out an investment property, you must periodically consider raising the rent. Now that the Australian housing market is in flux with interest rates on the rise, the previous rental income you were making might not keep up…
Now that wintertime is here, it’s a good idea for homeowners to thoroughly review their property. Whether you’ve already got tenants in place or are looking for someone new to rent your place, keeping your property up to scratch will…
As a landlord, you are ultimately responsible for the property you rent out, meaning if something happens to your rental property, you could be held liable. Landlord insurance is a type of insurance that can help protect you from financial…
Finding the perfect place to rent can be incredibly competitive, with people naturally gravitating toward high-quality homes in great locations. However, it’s possible to make your application stand out from the pack with a few simple tips. If it’s time…
Setting an appropriate price for your rental property is both highly important, and difficult. Many landlords set a rate too low for market conditions, missing out on thousands in potential profits, while others price themselves out of the market. To…
When it’s time to rent out your investment property, you might be confused about what rent you can expect to charge. Although you may think you have an up-to-date understanding of how the market is performing, you might find that…
Everyone knows the housing market is hot in Australia these days, with first-home buyers and investors duking it out for a lucrative property. But irrespective of the returns these purchases often generate, many people still prefer to rent over buy.…