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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.

How Do I Get My Bond Back?

When a tenancy ends the first thing a tenant usually wants to know is, how do I get my bond back? As a tenant you must to do a “bond clean” or “exit clean” at the end of your lease.   A bond clean or exit inspection clean is the clean that must be done

Investing in your Future

Investment in property has always been a popular way to grow wealth. There is a reason for the saying, “As safe as houses.” The down side to real estate investment does not lie in the investment itself but in the administration of rentals and in dealing with the actual tenants. In theory, a rental agreement

What to do before Renting

The first thing to do before you rent a home is to ensure the location is convenient for you by way of transport, schools and shopping. When you have settled on a suitable area and premises, make your way to the agency which has it listed. Once you express an interest you will be given

A Tenant’s Needs Should be Important Too

In a rental agreement you might be thinking that the person with the decisions to make is really the lessor, or landlord, however as a tenant it is important to recognize that you have a say in the property that you rent too. When searching through Brisbane real estate for a home, unit or apartment

Fixtures and Inclusions in Rentals

Tenants have the right to go about their daily lives in rental properties as they choose, provided it is within the law and not offensive to the other residents around them. This does not mean however that they may make changes to the property however they see fit without first getting permission from the owner.

Who pays?

Investment rentals have been an area where disputes have popped up fairly frequently during past years. Much of this was because there were no clear set rules governing many of the disputed areas, and both sides thought they were in the right. The Residential Tenancies Authority saw the end of these problems with clear cut

Insuring Your Investment Home Gives Peace of Mind

Many people toy with the idea of buying an investment property. If the property is wisely chosen it can become a very valuable asset. With proper management and good tenants the property has the potential to earn you a steady income, with minimal fuss after the initial setup. Of course becoming a successful landlord means

New Pool Safety Laws

The summer months are a fantastic time of year. It is a time of lazy afternoon BBQs, warm summer sun, and of course, swimming. For those lucky enough to have swimming pools, there is a great responsibility with such a luxury. Too many lives are lost through swimming areas not being properly fenced especially where

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