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Pets or no pets? The landlord’s conundrum

It’s not surprising that landlords shy away from the prospect of allowing tenants with pets on their properties. Unless mandated by law, most would prefer not to have pets in the houses or apartments they rent out. Why don’t landlords allow pets? The general notion that pets and rentals don’t mix arises from certain fears,.

What tenants want: Make your property stand out

As a landlord, nothing is more gratifying than finding outstanding tenants who stay for the long term, always pay their rent on time, and take great pains to care for your property. With excellent tenants, you can depend on a steady stream of income from your investment property. Moreover, you can be assured that the.

Renter relations: Why keep tenants happy?

Happy tenants have long-term tenancies. They stay longer in your property and are only too happy to meet their financial obligations and take care of their responsibilities. Conversely, unhappy, dissatisfied tenants can end up breaking your lease contract, filing complaints against you or even sabotaging your property. The thing is, unhappy tenants are not necessarily.

A property manager is on hand for all seasons

Renting out a property is never a ‘set and forget’ project; for best results, you should always have your eyes and ears on the ground. If you’re overseas or far away from your property, you won’t be able to check it or make repairs yourself, which makes a property management service an invaluable tool. Even.

Ways to upgrade your kitchen without renovating

If you’re planning to sell your home, you’ll understand that it’s mostly kitchens and bathrooms that will sell your home faster and for more money. If your kitchen looks a bit tired and outdated, there are simple upgrades that you can do that don’t require a complete renovation. A new coat of paint will do.

Five retro revivals return to our homes

Over the past 50 or so years, our lifestyles have changed in so many ways. To take just one example, dinner parties, once a staple on our social calendar, migrated to the newest trendy restaurant and it was just as likely to be brunch. Having had to spend so much time at home recently, householders.

Rightsize your life, whatever your age

If you’re of a certain age, you’ll no doubt be inundated with articles on downsizing. We often talk about downsizing – and the tiny house movement certainly gives the impression that everyone needs to move into a glorified caravan to be happy. However, we like to take a different approach and prefer to talk about.

5 cool exercise & wellbeing apps to help you stay healthy

Technology has transformed our lives – and our fitness routines. Even those who don’t consider themselves particularly athletic might now have a Fitbit strapped to their wrist or track their diet and daily workouts with an app on their smartphone. Many exercise apps also double as social networks – you can sign up, find local.

Reducing risks with your rental property

Buying a rental property is a long-term strategy for financial security. However, there are some common pitfalls that can cost you time and money, reducing your profits and your freedom. To succeed as a property investor, you have to be an expert at identifying and assessing risks in real estate. We have put together this.

When is the right time to raise the rent?

Owning commercial or residential rental property comes with many responsibilities, including understanding rent increase laws. When you own a rental investment property, ensuring you receive the best annual return for your investment is crucial to the long-term viability and profitability of your investment. As it is an income-producing asset, it is important to carefully consider.