By Kellie Andriessen – Newcastle Property Management Choosing the right tenant is one of the most important steps in protecting your investment property. A great tenant pays rent on time, cares for the home as if it were their own, communicates openly, and helps make the management process smooth and stress-free. Pick the wrong tenant,.

As a NSW landlord, keeping your rental property in top condition is about more than just maintaining its appearance — it’s about protecting your investment, staying compliant with tenancy laws, and ensuring your landlord insurance remains valid. This is where having a professional property manager makes all the difference. Routine inspections are a key part.

By Kellie Andriessen – Newcastle Property Management With temperatures rising across Australia, providing a comfortable home for your tenants is becoming more important than ever. While NSW law doesn’t currently require cooling systems in rental properties, new energy-efficiency and liveability standards are being introduced in other states—and it’s only a matter of time before they.

Owning an investment property isn’t just about buying the property, then sitting back and collecting rent — it’s about protecting and growing your asset. Whether you’re renting out a single unit or managing a growing portfolio, here we explain why property maintenance matters, and improvements that deliver real results. Why maintenance and improvement matter Quality.

Investing in property is often seen as one of the most reliable paths to building wealth. But there’s a critical factor many investors overlook: the quality of your property manager. A good property manager is more than just a rent collector — they are your partner in protecting and maximising your investment. On the flip.

For the first time in a few years, the economic situation is looking relatively stable for those who are interested in buying a property. Last month, the RBA decided to leave the cash rate target unchanged at 3.85 per cent, and at 2.1 per cent, inflation rate is the lowest it’s been for a few.

Depreciation is an element often overlooked by property investors, and yet, while there is an initial outlay to set up a schedule, the tax-deduction benefits can be lucrative. Here we take a look at what depreciation is, and why, if you’re not doing it already, you should consider back-claiming. What is depreciation? Like a car,.

According to the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) Real Estate Market Facts report for the March quarter, smaller dwellings are leading the way, with two-bedroom properties out performing houses in both price and rental growth. REIA’s President, Ms Leanne Pilkington suggests this trend reflects changing household compositions, affordability constraints and increasing demand for more.