So you’ve a great, centrally-located property – one you’ve furnished carefully in your own unique style. The time has come for you to lease this property out: so should you attempt to lease it fully furnished, or is vacant the better option? Making the important decision to lease your investment property fully furnished or vacant […]
The Victorian State Budget 2019 features several wins for property investors, owner-occupiers and first home buyers. Addressing issues of combustible cladding safety and redevelopment plans for ‘priority precincts’, the latest Think Property & Co blog unpacks everything you need to know about the State Budget – including a solar panel rebate program that’s accessible to […]
Al fresco dining, sunset drinks, a place to house your laundry or BBQ – it’s all possible with a balcony. In today’s blog, Think Property & Co unpack the true value of balconies, and whether it’s worth forking out extra cash from your budget to secure a property with outdoor space. Apartment living is on […]
As Australian capital cities continue on their vertical trajectory, more and more of us are adapting to apartment living. But living in such close proximity to our neighbours can create a noisy dilemma. In today’s blog, Think Property & Co delve deep into communal living and ask what’s really not okay when it comes to […]
From February 1, new laws give VCAT more power to penalise short stay guests who cause damage or disruption to fellow residents. In today’s blog, Think Property & Co unpack what these new laws mean for property owners. For real estate investors, the rise of the short stay leasing market has been both a blessing and […]
2019 is set to be a big year for landlords and tenants in Victoria. The amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act mean that longer leases and four-legged tenants could soon be a reality in more properties. In today’s blog, Think Property & Co unpack the essence of long-term leases, and the impact they have on […]
2019 is set to be a big year for the rental landscape in Victoria, as the RentFair reforms come into play from 1 July 2020. One of the most notable changes will be the laws surrounding pets in rental properties. Currently uncommon on the rental market, landlords will soon be required to relax the rules […]
In light of the new rental reforms from the Andrews Government, tenants will soon have more freedom over adopting four-legged friends while living in rental properties. However, just because you’re able to get a pet in a rental property, doesn’t mean it’s the right thing for your lifestyle. In this blog, Think Property address 5 […]
After being announced for the first time in 2017, the Victorian Government’s Rent Fair Victoria agenda has since been passed in Parliament, resulting in a dramatic change to the Residential Tenancies Act. In today’s blog, Think Property & Co explain the rent reforms in more detail. Rental Security The new RTA stipulates that landlords must […]
Many of us rely on our cars to get around, but how much do we rely on a parking space as part of our digs? Investing in a property with a parking space could mean the difference between hundreds or thousands of rental dollars each year – providing you buy in the right place. In […]