Another year bites the dust, and what a year it was! Welcome to Think Property & Co‘s December wrap-up, a reflection on all of the happenings within the property industry – and our team – in 2019. With the end of year fast approaching, we hope that your hard efforts are rewarded with a moment […]
Victoria’s leasing laws are set to change dramatically as of July 1st, 2020 as our industry ushers in and implements a full suite of legislative reforms. These changes are a direct response to community feedback during the Victorian Government’s Fairer Safer Housing consultation to review the 1997 Residential Tenancies Act. In this month’s Think Property […]
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 […]
At Think Property & Co, our real estate specialists go the extra mile to ensure that physical safety and asset protection is a priority for tenants, landlords and agents alike. To minimise risk and improve outcomes, we recognise the importance of conducting thorough and accurate tenant reference checks. This TP & Co blog explores the […]
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 […]
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 […]