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Small Steps Property Investors Shouldn’t Overlook to Be Great Landlords
| Lyall Russell | 5 mins
Small Steps Property Investors Shouldn’t Overlook to Be Great Landlords
The latest reforms to the Residential Tenancy Act have been an opportunity for all property investors to make sure their investment properties meet the new standards. The changes could also be a time to consider how you could better invest your time to maintain your property and look after your tenants.
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Preparing Kids and Pets to Move House
| Lyall Russell | 3 mins
Preparing Kids and Pets to Move House
Children can become quite upset when moving house - whether it’s the unfamiliar surroundings or perhaps leaving friends behind.
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Stress Reduction Strategies for Rental Inspections
| Lyall Russell | 4 mins
Stress Reduction Strategies for Rental Inspections
Rental inspections are inherently stressful. There is an abundance of cleaning followed by an overwhelming worry that the landlord might find something wrong.
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7 Tips for Keeping Cool This Summer
| Lyall Russell
7 Tips for Keeping Cool This Summer
To enjoy summer, we have to combat the high temperatures and the sun that’s heating our homes. Here are some easy tips from our Summer Checklist.
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One Week to Moving Day Checklist
| Lyall Russell | 4 mins
One Week to Moving Day Checklist
With only one week until you move out of your home, you are probably feeling a mix of emotions.
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Furnished vs Unfurnished Rental
| Lyall Russell | 3 mins
Furnished vs Unfurnished Rental
We are often asked by our investors whether they should lease their property out furnished or unfurnished.
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How to Attract High-Quality Tenants for Your Property
| Lyall Russell | 4 mins
How to Attract High-Quality Tenants for Your Property
An investment property can be a huge asset. Naturally, landlords want high-quality tenants to make the venture as profitable and stress free as possible.
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Money Saving Tips to Moving Into a New Home in Winter
| Lyall Russell | 2 mins
Money Saving Tips to Moving Into a New Home in Winter
Moving into a new home sure is an exciting prospect. Unless, of course, you are moving into a freezer, not literally. If you are buying a property in winter, it is essential that you make sure everything is warm as can be from the get go.
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What Is a Rental Appraisal
| Lyall Russell | 3 mins
What Is a Rental Appraisal
For property investors, putting up their home for rent is a good way to secure another stream of income.
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