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Does the type of lease agreement impact insurance cover?
Does the type of lease agreement impact insurance cover? Yes, it can do! We explain… But first, let’s delve into the differences between the two main types of lease agreements - fixed-term and periodic (month to month). Fixed-term tenancies: A fixed-term tenancy has a specific start and finish date. Once the fixed-term...
5 of the biggest moving mistakes and how to avoid them!
1. Not getting help - What makes moving a real drag is doing it all on your own. Getting help where you can will lighten the load, literally. The realestate.com.au Instagram followers were split almost down the middle when it came to DIY moves versus using professional movers, although ultimately DIY was preferred. If doing a...
12 Ways to Add Value to Your Home
Making your property feel bigger, brighter and more appealing to prospective buyers 1. Paint - Old paint can make your home feel, well, old. But a fresh coat of paint can do wonders. It’ll make your home seem newer, cleaner and more contemporary and it can easily be done on a tight budget. If you’re willing...
Landlord Insurance
The sum insured – there’s a fair bit of confusion about just what this is and how to calculate it. However, when it comes to landlord insurance, nominating the correct sum insured is crucial. So just what is the sum insured? In a nutshell, the sum insured is the most an insurer will pay out for any one loss. In...
Is Your Insurance Policy Due For Renewal?
Not all insurance is created equal and it’s important for your landlords to choose the right cover. 1. Choice Not every rental property or every lease arrangement is the same, and landlords need the option to select the product that covers the risks they face. The insurance provider should have a suite of products to choose from. 2...
Chantelle Sadlier in Landlords Monthly Update
What To Do When A Repair Is Required
It’s a fact of life that sooner or later your investment property will need some repairs. Before calling to advise you of the repair request, your property manager will make an assessment to determine if the repair is really necessary and will then advise you accordingly. Upon receiving the repair request, it is advisable to...
Chantelle Sadlier in Landlords Monthly Update
COVID-19 Assistance For Commercial Landlords
What support is available to landlords? Commercial landlords that provide rent relief to eligible tenants will be entitled to land tax relief of equivalent value, up to a maximum of 100% of their land tax liability for 2021 on the relevant property. Landlords will receive a waiver on land tax if they are yet to pay, or a rebate of...
Chantelle Sadlier in Landlords Monthly Update
Know Your Market
Even long term tenants move on at some time. Maybe you have been unfortunate with a string of short term tenancies. Unfortunately we don’t get to choose the market in which our property will become available. Vacant rental properties affect your overall annual income. For every week that your property is vacant your annual return...
Chantelle Sadlier in Landlords Monthly Update
Eight quick DIY style updates for every room of the house
If your current space is looking a bit dated, your mind might wander to a full-blown renovation to spruce things up. Alas, there a few solutions that don’t involve knocking down walls and replacing flooring. These projects are quick, easy and will have your home looking refreshed in no time. Best of all, if you’re at a loose end...
Melanie Murace in Landlords Monthly Update
Property search fatigue? 5 tips to get back on track
If you’ve been searching for months and aren’t any closer to finding your dream home, you may succumb to something called ‘property search fatigue’. Finding a property that ticks all your boxes is near impossible – something has to give. However, it might not be what you’d expect. If you’ve...
Melanie Murace in Landlords Monthly Update
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