Category: Newsletter

New Rental Laws – What the Impact is on Landlords

The rental landscape in New South Wales (NSW) has just undergone a major overhaul, with new laws aimed at creating a fairer and more balanced market. While these changes offer greater protections for tenants, they also bring new responsibilities and challenges for landlords. Whether you’re a seasoned property investor or just starting out, it’s essential.

Minimum standards: don’t let your rental property be a ‘house of horror’!

Flickering lights, pest infestations, leaking roofs… does this sound like a scene from a horror film? Sadly, some tenants do find themselves in rental properties that would send a shiver down anyone’s spine (and they aren’t properties in our care we hasten to add!). Under the Residential Tenancies Act of 2010, landlords have an obligation.

How to Reduce Overhead Rental Costs

Australia’s property market has reached a new milestone, according to CoreLogic’s October Monthly Housing Chart Pack; the total value of residential real estate climbing to $11 trillion for the first time, increasing by $900 billion over the past 12 months. While CoreLogic Australia Economist Kaytlin Ezzy attributed the slowdown in price growth to increased listing.

Cyber Security Awareness Month; Cyber Security is Everyone’s Business

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, a time for all Australians to talk about cyber security and take action to protect their devices and accounts. The theme for Cyber Security Awareness Month 2024 is Cyber security is everyone’s business. And it is everyone’s business. In recent years, property transactions have increasingly been targeted by cybercriminals looking.

Property vs Shares: An Investment Showdown

There’s always on ongoing debate between property and shares as to which is the best investment. Each has its advantages and drawbacks, and the right choice depends on various factors including personal preferences, risk tolerance, investment goals, and market conditions. As with any investment decision, conducting thorough research and seeking advice from specialists in that.

The Winner Is… Kellie Andriessen!

We are absolutely delighted Kellie Andriessen, our Property Management Team Manager, has received the prestigious Tim Anderson OAM Residential Property Manager award in the REINSW (Real Estate Institute NSW) Awards for Excellence. This award is for outstanding achievement by individuals in residential property management. Recognising exceptional industry achievement, these highly regarded industry awards are the.

New strata laws to increase transparency

Whether you’re buying a strata-titled property for a home, or for investment purposes, they are often an attractive option; generally, they are less expensive than similar sized freehold properties, are often low-maintenance and some communities have some great shared amenities including swimming pools and gyms. Many enjoy these benefits; indeed, according to the Australasian Strata.