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Practical guides and perspectives on buying, selling, renting, property management and finance.
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Good landlording involves timely decisions, records and respect for the home as well as the investment. Respond to real issues Maintain the premises, assess repairs promptly…
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Choose improvements for their practical effect on the property rather than a promise of instant value. Assess visible priorities Clean, declutter and review worn surfaces or…
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A repair process works best when responsibilities, reporting and access are clear. In a NSW residential tenancy, a special lease clause cannot simply transfer the landlord’s…
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Technology can make searching and communication easier, but digital tools have limitations. Use images as a starting point Virtual tours, floorplans and online listings can help…
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A connected living area needs to function safely in both interior and exterior conditions. Select suitable materials Check weather exposure, slip resistance, cleaning and durability. Similar-looking…
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The condition report records the home’s starting condition and helps resolve later questions about damage and bond claims. Use the correct report and deadline The landlord…
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A rental should meet its legal and practical requirements before cosmetic presentation is considered. Check the fundamentals Arrange needed repairs, inspect essential services and use qualified…
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Many decorating rules express a preference rather than a fact about how every home should look. Test the room Furniture can work against a wall or…
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A residential rental bond is security held through NSW Fair Trading, rather than money the landlord may retain and spend during the tenancy. Use the NSW…
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A useful evaluation separates income, costs, growth assumptions and risk. Use actual evidence Compare leased results and similar sold properties, then review condition, planning and local…
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An apartment purchase includes a share in the building's responsibilities, not just the private rooms. Read the strata records Review levies, the capital works fund, defects,…
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Effective rental marketing explains the home accurately and makes the application process accessible. Agree on the campaign Confirm photography, portal and advertising costs in the management…
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