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Routine Inspections During Your Tenancy
During your tenancy the landlord/agent will conduct routine inspections of the property. Usually they will carry out an inspection 3 months into the tenancy & then every 6 months after that. Legally up to 4 inspections can be carried out during a 12 month period. You will be advised in writing via email & SMS of the inspection...
How much can I borrow?
What affects your borrowing power? While each lender will have slightly different lending criteria, most will follow a fairly similar process to determine how much they’re willing to lend you. 1. Your household income and expenses Before deciding on a loan application, banks are legally obliged to take “reasonable steps...
Stephen Murace in Top Tips
During your Tenancy:
During your Tenancy: As a tenant, it is your responsibility to make sure the property is in good condition when you move in, taking into account the age of the property and the amount of rent you pay. If something breaks down, leaks or needs fixing, you should contact the landlord or agent as soon as possible. If the issue isn’t...
Moving into your Property – Important Things to Note:
Moving into your Property – Important Things to Note: Changing Address – ensure that you let financial organisations & other important bodies know of your change of address. Keys – generally they will be provided on the day that the Tenancy Agreement commences (only when all monies & bond has been received) access...
Understanding your tenancy agreement
Understanding your tenancy agreement Have you checked the documents ensure all details are correct ? Spelling of names – correct property – property details correct – bedrooms – parking – storage rooms – correct rent Items to pay particular attention to: Repair Contact and emergency repairs...
Renting can be tough in a competitive market, so here are some hot tips to score your rental
Renting can be tough in a competitive market, so here are some hot tips to score your rental 1. Prepare your references Is a landlord or property manager considering your application? One of the final steps in their decision will be checking your references. When adding your references to your application ensure that all the relevant...
Don’t decorate your home without following these 10 design rules
The saying goes that you must first know the rules before you can break them. And though we love the irreverence of tossing the design rule book out the window, there are some guidelines that make the task of decorating a space a little easier and more foolproof. Few know this better than interior designers, who are well-versed in using decorating...
Melanie Murace in Top Tips
8 must-know tips to keep your pets cool over summer
The heat of an Australian summer can be unbearable – especially when temperatures start to soar. While cold drinks and swimming at the beach can provide us with some relief, have you thought about how your furry friends will keep cool? 1. Never ever leave your pooch in a hot car It can take only minutes for your dog to develop...
What is conveyancing and how does it work?
After countless inspections, you finally find your dream home. It’s close to your children’s school, comes with a dreamy backyard, and is well within your budget. Now comes the paperwork and it is time for you to find a good conveyancer. The settlement process is a complex task including various financial and...
Stephen Murace in Top Tips
Spring clean specialists
As the weather heats up, a little seasonal TLC at investment properties may be on the cards. Spring is traditionally when property owners give their homes a good clean and refresh. The arrival of warmer weather also heralds the need for a little TLC at investment properties, so get out that little black book of trades and services and help...
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