As with any industry, the real estate category is populated by expert professionals who comply with the letter of the law. Unfortunately, it also features ne’er-do-wells who are focused solely on income, customer service and ethics be dashes. Such behavior has created a negative reputation for an industry which – overall – is focused on […]
In our efforts to make buying, leasing and selling #BetterForEveryone, Think Property & Co have switched many of our processes to a sustainable paperless system. We recognise the value of improving our environmental footprint and encourage those in the real estate community to join us by implementing everyday changes that will help save our planet. This […]
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 […]
As a landlord, it can be difficult to know when it’s time to make improvements to your rental property. When your asset is tenanted, it might seem an invasion of privacy to carry out improvement works – but of course, you want to avoid lengthy vacancy periods. In today’s blog, Think Property & Co explain […]
As a landlord, finding a property manager to source the right tenant for your asset can be a challenge. Where do you start – and how do you know that your property manager is the right fit with the right credentials? In today’s blog, Think Property & Co walk you through what it’s like to […]
The Victorian Government has issued an urgent safety warning concerning popular heaters ahead of the winter months. If your investment property is fitted with a Vulcan Heritage and Pyrox Heritage heater, you could be putting your tenants at risk of exposure to carbon monoxide. Victoria’s Director of Energy Safety, Paul Fearon has released a statement […]
As a landlord, you’re handing over your investment asset in exchange for a weekly sum– you’re supplying housing to a market that’s demanding it. The rental market itself determines how much you can reasonably lease your property for – which is why it’s essential to research rental demand in the area of consideration before buying […]
2017 was an interesting year in real estate, both locally and globally. Politically-motivated tragedy made global news and changed the way we conceive of the safety of our homes, first home buyers got their big break and ‘generation renter’ took centre stage. In this Think Property & Co Blog, we take a look back at […]
Hello and welcome to the final Think Property & Co blog of 2017! What a year it has been. As we plan for an exciting year ahead, we’re bringing you all the need-to-knows of property ownership for 2018. Vacant Residential Land Tax In a bid to address the housing supply shortfall in Victoria, the Government […]