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 […]
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 […]
Being a tenant is great. If something breaks down, the cost and responsibility lies with your landlord. You’re not tied down, and you can move somewhere bigger/smaller/cheaper/plusher in line with your income and lifestyle – it’s ideal! The only downside is: you’re living in someone else’s property. You’re paying down their mortgage, and ultimately, the […]
Tax time can be stressful for everyone. Deadlines, expenses, boxes of receipts and a sense of gnawing uncertainty cast over each deduction you hope to make. Imposing and unknowable, landlords often view the tax office as a scary beast – but really, it’s not so bad. With the right support, resources and understanding, tax time can be […]
If you’re a landlord and you’re considering selling your investment property, there’s an important choice you’ll need to make. You can take steps to move your tenant on as your lease dictates, listing the property once it’s vacant – or you can undertake the sales process with the tenants in place. As with any major decision […]
With Victorian landlords already bound by a number of obligations, property investors have been put on edge by a new proposed set of restrictions to add to their concerns. Think Property & Co report on the proposed changes to the RTA in today’s in-depth blog. Over the past year, the Victorian Government has been undertaking […]