First impressions of a rental property
January 31, 2019
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 …more »
Insurance: why bother?
January 14, 2019
If you own investment properties, chances are you have insurance on your assets. If, for whatever reason, you suddenly chose to disregard its importance, it is highly like that it would turn out to be something you regret. And while we know it is important to have, sometimes we may overlook why we have it: …more »
Thinking ahead.
December 18, 2018
For many people, this time of year is one of the busiest. Weekends seem to be filled with activities and celebrations, with seldom chance to sit back and relax. But if you are lucky enough to have some down-time over the holidays, taking a brief moment to consider your goals for the New Year may …more »
Does your property appeal to the right tenant?
October 12, 2018
When you are on the lookout for that perfect tenant, the way in which your property is being marketed can make a huge difference to reducing the time the property is unoccupied. There are key words that are often used to appeal to tenants; and their purpose is to grab the attention of the tenant, …more »
The full circle of the real estate market
October 5, 2018
Just like employment figures, petrol prices and home loan rates, the real estate market is not static. Nor is the market singular. Rather, the real estate scene is made up of many markets each moving through its own cycle. When it comes to future-proofing your investment there’s no foolproof method. However, there are some key …more »
Should you fix and if so for how long?
October 1, 2018
The thing about interest rates is that there is no right or wrong answer. What we know is that interest rates have remained historically low for some considerable time, often against prediction. What we don’t know is how long that might continue. Fixed interest rates fluctuate for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it reflects …more »
The Rental Generation
September 20, 2018
Would you consider renting for life? That may well be your tenant’s expectation. Historically, the most common path to a comfortable retirement had three key steps: buy a house, pay it off before retiring, and save hard for as long as possible so you have a decent nest egg. These days there are many …more »
Why your future looks rosy
September 15, 2018
When you are feeling bombarded by noise about ‘scary technology’ and a futuristic Agent Rosie (her career has advanced since The Jetsons), consider these take-aways from an article by Brad Inman, Why real estate agents will be in business forever. You are a vital part of your community’s tapestry. You are right in the local …more »