Tenants & Tenancies
Tenant Management – Be Fair But Firm
When Theodore Roosevelt was Governor of New York he based his approach on a West African proverb which says “speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.” How does this apply to tenant management?
Are your Property Inspection Reports costing you money?
If you are new to property renting and haven’t seen Property Inspection Reports before, how will you know whether it is a good or bad report?
Dealing with Mould, Mildew and Dampness in your Rental Property
With winter on our doorstep (as I write this it is pouring with rain) I thought I would cover the issue of mould/mildew/dampness. In the past I have inspected a couple of properties where mould has been a major problem.
Letting fees can be bad news for property management
If you hired a lawyer to defend you then found out that they were also being paid by your opponent what would you think? Letting fees can be considered in a similar way
Why Good Tenants Are Hard To Find
When renting property is your main source of income having your property empty for any length of time can be a problem. Profit margins can be reduced considerably when good tenants cannot be found reasonably quickly although a certain amount of down time is inevitable even when long term tenants are renting, they will eventually move on.
Do Tenant Letting Fees Affect Your Rental Profits?
Some (not all) property managers insist on charging tenants letting fees to the equivalent of a week’s rent plus GST. Did you know these can affect your rental profits?
