Depreciation is a complex area, so unless you’re a specialist Quantity Surveyor or a qualified Tax Accountant, it can be hard to wrap your head around it.

As such, investors miss deductions all the time, meaning they could be losing out on thousands of dollars.

Research shows that 80 per cent of property investors are failing to maximise the deductions claimed from property depreciation.

So why are so many investors missing out and … Read more »

Congratulations to Brad for being awarded this months Tenant of the Month!

Brad is one of our South Yarra tenants and is great! We never have any issues with rent, communication or inspections with Brad.

Congratulations and thank you!

We know you’ve probably already heard this 1,000 times but… if you didn’t get the memo, spring is in the air and it’s time to freshen up.

By ‘freshen up’ we mean give your home a solid clean and declutter, so you can feel in control (at least until Christmas hits!).

Now, that doesn’t mean buying expensive products and additional storage units for your ever-growing collection … Read more »

Happy Landlord, Happy Agent – that’s only part of the story. Should tenants only hear from us when they do the wrong thing? Late rent, inspections not up to scratch, gardens overgrown?  

Of course there is contact when we need to arrange maintenance or appointments and working together with the tenant is a beneficial outcome for all involved. Its recognising the little things and rewarding tenants that … Read more »

Congratulations to Vijay & Nimi for being awarded this months Tenants of the Month!

Vijay & Nimi are star tenants and look after the property as if it were their own.

Congratulations and thank you.

You could be save a fair whack of cash by buying into the Christmas hype early this year. By planning your flights, buying presents and not waiting until the last minute to make a move on prepping for the festive season, your wallet and your sanity might just thank you.

Last year it was reported that more than one third of Australians added to their credit card debt, or dipped into their … Read more »

That dreaded moment when you walk inside and there is water EVERYWHERE. The sinking feeling in your stomach, the rush around the house to find what on earth it is… and then the clean-up.

After two separate instances in a matter of months, we urge you all to check your washing machines.

Washing machine floods can originate from various unseen sources beneath and around the base of the appliance or in the … Read more »

Spring has officially sprung, and your home could do with a fresh look. You don’t have to break the bank or spend too much time sprucing it up. Think simple: it’s the little touches that make all the difference.

We’re all aware of the easiest trick in the book, updating cushions, throws and bed linen, but what are some other fast fixes?
… Read more »

Often, with the stress of looking for a new rental property, packing/unpacking and settling in, insurance is the last thing on your mind.

We would like to stress how important it is for tenants to have contents insurance. It can go a long way with protecting your belongings and providing peace of mind.

The first thing to understand, is that building insurance is the … Read more »

Many agents are now noting marked improvement in the time it takes to lease a property when the landlord has invested in professional photography. INCLUDING US!

Quality tenants are looking for clean, well presented properties with good natural light. Professional photographers are able to capture that, using their specialist equipment and expertise. Professional photography can increase the number of quality inquiries and inspections, securing a … Read more »