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New smoke alarm obligations for landlords from 23 March 2020

  All NSW landlords will need to ensure that smoke alarms installed in the rented property are in working order. A penalty will apply for landlords who fail to comply. The details on when a landlord must repair or replace a battery-operated or hardwired smoke alarm, and when a tenant may repair or replace a smoke alarm, is in the new...

Posted on Friday 21st February 2020 in Top Tips
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Five ways to prepare your lawn for autumn

As autumn approaches, it's a great time to think about rejuvenating your lawn after the long, dry, hot summer. Summer cricket matches, the drought and water restrictions, plus general wear and tear can also wreak havoc on your lawn.  1. Feed your lawn Feeding your lawn now helps with both summer recovery and winter...

Posted on Wednesday 19th February 2020 by
Matt Morley
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'Fit for Habitation' Standards

  New Residential Tenancy Laws commence 23 March, 2020 Minimum standards to clarify ‘fit for habitation’   Landlords are currently required to provide the rented property in a reasonable state of cleanliness and ‘fit for habitation’. The changes introduce 7 minimum standards which clarify the...

Posted on Thursday 13th February 2020 in Landlords Monthly Update
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Investor Information Evening

  Our previous events have booked out quickly, please RSVP today to avoid disappointment!   Legislation changes have been announced which will bring sweeping changes to residential tenancy laws via the Residential Tenancies Regulation 2019 (NSW). These significant changes will come into effect on 23 March 2020.  Our...

Posted on Thursday 13th February 2020 in Latest News
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Popular kitchen benchtop materials

When it comes to your making a kitchen benchtop material comparison, you need to do the research first. It’s one of the most hard-working surfaces in your home. Here’s help to choose your material wisely and get the best kitchen benchtop material for your needs. No longer shut away behind closed doors, modern kitchens in...

Posted on Monday 10th February 2020 by
Matt Morley
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4 home selling myths you shouldn't believe

If you are busy preparing your house for sale you will no doubt be given advice by well meaning friends, colleagues or family.  And while some of this is informed and good intentioned, you'll be surprised how many common myths and misconceptions do the rounds about selling a property.  Myth 1 - Go high on price The...

Posted on Monday 3rd February 2020 by
Matt Morley
in Top Tips
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Landlord tips on vacant properties

  As an owner, one of the most inconvenient times can be when you are between tenants. Sometimes this period can leave your property vacant for an extended amount of time. There are many key areas of rental property management that property managers can work with owners to achieve, in order to decrease the time of vacant properties. It...

Posted on Monday 3rd February 2020 in Landlords Monthly Update
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