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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
An idea that many thought would fall flat has changed the face of the real estate and holiday accommodation market, becoming a household name in the process – we’re of course talking about Airbnb. Having shot to popularity since its launch in 2008, Airbnb is now home to more than 4 million property listings. So, […]
A mate from work says his old pal has an off-contract room going in their share house in Fitzroy. It’s a great location, close to work, and you don’t have to worry about a bond, signing a contract or applying to the agency – sounds great, doesn’t it? No, not really. In today’s blog, Think […]
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 […]
Being an entrepreneur in startup is an exciting time: you’ve got an amazing new idea to bring to market, and you’re neck-deep in new logos, product design or digital campaigns. You’ve also got decisions to make about where to base your business from. Whilst going ‘all in’ and purchasing a commercial property might be on […]