A tenant’s first impression of a rental property is not determined when visiting a property to inspect it for the first time. In fact, it’s likely they would not even be there had it not been for the images they saw in the property’s advertising (whether that be online, in print or in your real…
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One day, now or in the not-so-distant future, your new tenant may have walked through your investment property and decided it was the perfect renter for them… without having even opened the front door. Or perhaps that’s the way it happens now… at your place. Virtual tours allow for an exciting interactive way for prospective…
Whether your property has a huge backyard that’s big enough to host the Christmas Day cricket match, or a small courtyard that’s just perfect for a sunny Sunday brunch, the outside spaces of your property may be as important as the inside of the home to prospective tenants. While it is true that not all…
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun. For many of us it is a joyous time of year in which we decorate and open our homes up in welcome to family and friends. For others, it is the perfect time of year to escape the usual routine and take a well-earned holiday. If you’re heading…
There are always two sides when it comes to property changing hands. If you are buying, someone else is selling. The process of buying and selling property can be an unnecessarily stressful and sometime tedious process. Add to that a rental agreement and tenants and it can make the business a little more challenging. Thankfully…
What would be your initial reaction if you came across your investment property being marketed as a holiday home or weekend getaway by your tenant… without your knowledge? While this is not an ideal scenario, and thankfully not commonplace, some landlords have found themselves in this situation. Chances are you’d initially be confused and grow…
When it comes to renovating, a lot of time and focus is centred on the internals of a property, but a well-kept property outdoors is just as important. If you think about it, the driveway, front garden, and your property’s front façade held a strong impact on your own consideration when purchasing. This too is…
The ups and downs of the property market can change considerably over the years of owning an investment property. Seasoned investors will be familiar with the challenges faced through downturns, while appreciating the results of a positive market. Property ownership is one of the greatest personal wealth builders. Changing markets come with their own set…
We are lucky enough to have some of the best weather conditions in the world, and summertime is considered by many to be the best time of year. But from October through to the end of March, the risk of a natural disaster occurring is significantly higher than any other time of year, which is…
Have you ever floated the idea of investing in property with other people? Perhaps a sibling, or a long-term friend or business colleague, or maybe even the neighbours have come together to consider purchasing that vacant block down the road? The idea seems good at the time – less individual financial outlay, larger financial backing…