If you’re a landlord, especially in today’s fast-paced Brisbane rental market, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Do I really need a property manager?” or “What does a property manager actually do for me?”
The truth is, owning an investment property can be rewarding – but managing it on your own can be overwhelming, time-consuming, and at times, legally risky. A great property manager does far more than just collect the rent. They help you protect your investment, maximise your returns, and reduce risk, all while keeping your tenants happy and your property compliant with Queensland’s evolving rental laws.
Below, we break down the core responsibilities of a property manager in 2025, and why choosing the right one is one of the smartest decisions a landlord can make.
1. Maximising Your Rental Returns
A top-performing property manager will conduct regular rental appraisals to ensure your property is leased at market value. With the Brisbane rental market shifting quickly, keeping your rent in line with demand is essential to maximising income and minimising vacancies.
At Position One Property, we also advise on value-adding improvements that can boost your rental yield and long-term property value.
2. Marketing Your Property to Minimise Vacancy
Effective property advertising has never been more important. We use professional photography, compelling property descriptions, and premium online listings to ensure your property stands out on sites like realestate.com.au and Domain.
We also commit to hosting all scheduled open homes, even if no one registers. Why? Because walk-ins happen, and every missed inspection could mean another week of lost rent. On this, we also host open homes both throughout the week and on Saturday’s. Because we are aware that sometimes it is quite difficult for potential tenants to attend a mid-week open, so we give them the opportunity to view the property on the weekend instead!
3. Tenant Screening & Application Management
One of the biggest concerns landlords face is choosing the right tenant. We conduct comprehensive tenant screening using national tenancy databases, employment checks, rental history, and ID verification. This thorough process reduces the risk of late payments, property damage, and potential tenancy disputes.
4. Handling Maintenance & Repairs Efficiently
Unexpected maintenance requests can quickly become a source of stress for landlords. As your property manager, we:
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- Respond to tenant maintenance requests promptly
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- Use qualified, cost-effective local tradespeople that we have trustworthy relationships with
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- Keep detailed records of all work completed
Our proactive approach prevents small issues from becoming costly problems, and ensures your property meets current rental compliance standards.
5. Conducting Routine Inspections
Routine inspections are more than a box-ticking exercise, they’re a key way we:
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- Monitor tenant care
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- Spot early signs of damage or wear
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- Recommend preventative maintenance
You’ll receive a full inspection report with photos and notes and are always welcome to attend inspections if you’d like to view your property firsthand.
6. Building Positive Tenant Relationships
A stable, happy tenant is worth their weight in gold. Our property managers are trained to foster respectful, professional relationships with tenants, because better communication leads to longer tenancies, fewer disputes, and less turnover.
7. Ensuring Compliance With Rental Laws
Rental legislation in Queensland has changed significantly in recent years and more reforms are expected. We stay ahead of the curve, ensuring your property remains compliant with the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act (RTRA), smoke alarm laws, minimum housing standards, and more.
This helps protect you from fines, liability issues, and potential legal disputes with tenants.
8. Managing Lease Renewals & Rent Increases
We proactively review lease agreements before expiry, negotiate rent increases in line with the market, and offer expert advice on when to renew, adjust rent, or consider re-letting.
Our goal is always to maximise your returns while retaining quality tenants.
9. Taking the Stress Out of Owning an Investment Property
Ultimately, your property manager should give you peace of mind. At Position One Property, we treat your property as if it were our own, with transparency, integrity, and a commitment to your long-term investment success.
Thinking of Switching Property Managers in Brisbane?
If you’re not getting this level of service from your current property manager, it might be time for a change. Many landlords come to us after feeling overlooked or unsupported elsewhere, and are pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to make the switch.
We’ll handle the entire transfer process on your behalf with no disruption to your tenant.
Ready to experience stress-free property management in Camp Hill and greater Brisbane? Contact our team at Position One Property today. We’re here to make your investment work harder for you, so you don’t have to!
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