Packing up your home to move to a new area is one of those life changing events that can be exciting, but it can also be very stressful. Everyone who has moved house has a story about family heirlooms lost or broken. They also describe chaotic scenes in the new home when no one can
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*Disclaimer: The information in all of our articles is of a general nature only and should not be relied upon as advice. You should seek professional advice for your particular circumstances before entering into any transaction.
Interest rates in Australia have remained at unusually low levels for several years. Many home owners with existing mortgages took advantage of the situation by continuing to pay their original repayments, negotiated when interest rates were much higher. As a result, they have cut years off the term of their mortgage and saved thousands of
We have all heard the old saying that there are two sides to every argument. In property management, this means that every situation must be viewed from two perspectives. One perspective is from the owner and the other from the tenant. When the subject under examination is rental arrears, we approach it from both sides.
Searching for that perfect property can be frustrating and time consuming so imagine the disappointment you would feel after making the final decision to buy, then being rejected by a lender when you applied for a loan. With all sorts of emotions and thoughts going on, it would be easy to immediately apply to another
If you’re new to the world of property investment then you might still be learning the ropes about what you should and shouldn’t do in terms of renting. The first thing you should do when you are ready to rent is to enlist the services of a reputable agent. At Position One we can guarantee
Sharing a rental can make life a lot easier on the hip pocket as well as when it comes to the chores. If you are planning on sharing a rental from our office at Position One Property then it’s important to remember that you are entering a legal agreement. It is likely that all
With over 30% of Australia’s adult population living in rental accommodation, and almost half of those in the 18 to 34 year old demographic, owners of rental properties can do much to attract the most desirable of these house hunters. A recent survey of renters has given some indication of the influencing factors that determine
When you decide to spread your wings and fly the coop to create your own little nest it can be an exciting, if not slightly daunting prospect. The key to getting through it all with ease is to educate yourself about the process. Please see below for some basic tips to get you
The rent vs buy debate has raged on for many years. There are supporters and detractors on both sides of the fence. The same arguments are made each time the subject comes up. Being tied down in one place and the extra costs associated with home ownership are two of the reasons put forward against
It seems that almost every week there is a story in the media about nightmare tenants who occupy a property, fall into arrears and trash the place causing thousands of dollars damage, then leave with no visible consequences. Often the stories reveal that the same people have done this before in other properties. As
