Last month, we predicted that the slower housing market could soon bounce back. This is due to proposed Government schemes, encouragement from the Reserve Bank and an uptick in local tourism. We...
What a slower housing market means for owners
The last time we updated you on the state of the Townsville rental market was back in May of 2021. Back then, there was a serious shortage of rentals, which allowed owners to reap the benefits of...
The risks of a self-managed rental property
When you're renting out your investment property, you can either manage it yourself or work with an agency. Your investment property will likely be your biggest financial investment, so it’s...
Townsville’s Vacancy Rate
The tight vacancy rates in Townsville look set to continue, and that’s great news for owners!What’s the vacancy rate? The latest data from the REIQ has revealed our city is reporting a vacancy rate...
What’s happening in 2022?
Good news, Townsville! 2022 is absolutely chock-full of incredible events. From concerts to productions, to festivals and sport, there’s something for everyone. This is also great news for owners of...
Townsville property market update
It’s time for a Townsville property market update.The last time we updated you about our city’s property market, it was back in late November last year. All those months ago, it was one of the best...
The risk of payments in advance
Imagine you're an owner with an investment property and you advertise your property for $375 per week. Suddenly, a prospective tenant comes along and offers you much more. Or maybe they tell you...
Beware the latest Facebook scam
Are you an owner desperately looking to rent out an investment property? Or a tenant looking for a rental to move into? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, then you need to read...
What’s happening in Townsville
Over the next 3 months there is a lot going on in Townsville. If you are new to the area or just looking for something different to do, we have you covered. From art workshops to learning to sail,...
What is the smoke alarm problem in Queensland?
There are big changes just around the corner for smoke alarm compliance.So what are the changes? By January 1st 2022 all smoke alarms in rental properties must: Be photoelectric and approved to...
Big news from the RTA on evictions
On April 24th 2020 the RTA made some significant changes to the residential tenancies act. One of the major changes being a six month moratorium on tenant evictions for COVID-19 rent arrears. We...
The Townsville property market
It's a good time to sell, but it's a GREAT time to be a property investor.The recent history of the Townsville property market I understand, being a property investor in Townsville has not been a...
It’s a supply and demand thing
The Townsville property market is red hot! It's supply and demand. Now let's dig a little deeper and find out why this is going on. What is making Townsville's property market skyrocket? Guest...
My number 1 fear
When the Covid crisis first hit, like all business there was a lot of fear and uncertainty for everyone. My first concern was our people and we did everything we could to look after them. What I...
How do I rent my property during COVID-19?
You can rent your property during a pandemic! Here are my 3 tips on howDo you want to rent your property soon or is your property becoming vacant? Are feeling a little nervous about how COVID-19 may...
What happened after the flood
There are always two sides to every story (at least). This blog will hopefully shed some light on the landlord experience in the aftermath of the flood in 2019.There is a shortage of rental...
Should you renew your tenants lease with a rent increase?
Is your tenants lease coming up for renewal? Is your property manager telling you to renew at the same rate even when the market conditions have changed?I have recently received a lot of enquiries...
Townsville’s vacancy rate for September 2018
Sick of hearing about the Townsville vacancy rate skyrocketing? Here’s the good news!We know that all landlords love statistics that are directly related to their investment property however actual...
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