With 69% of Australian households now sharing their homes with pets, it’s clear that pets aren’t just a passing trend; they’re part of the family for many Aussies. From dogs (38%) to cats (29%) and everything in between, pet ownership here is as high as it gets globally. In fact, we Australians even surpass Americans,…
Did you know that if you fail to conduct regular inspections at a rental property, it can lead to an insurance claim denial? Obviously, owning an investment property is a big deal—it’s not just a source of income but a key step toward building long-term wealth. But let’s be honest: being a landlord comes with…
Think allowing pets in your rental is a risk? You might be missing out on one of the biggest opportunities in today’s market. While the thought of four-legged tenants might initially spark concerns about scratched floors or chewed corners, the reality is that allowing pets can offer significant benefits for landlords—both financially and relationally. In…
The most successful property investors have a number of tools in their landlord kit bags. One of the most important of them all is using professional property managers to do the heavy lifting for them. That’s because, to create significant wealth, investors not only need to be strategic with their property purchases, but they also…
Is the rental crisis finally easing, or is this just a temporary pause? If you’ve been keeping an eye on the rental market—or trying to find a place to live—you’ll know that the past few years have been exceptionally tough for renters. Surging rents, scarce availability, and intense competition have defined the landscape. But now,…
Rental markets finished the year on a softer note, with the national rental index up just 0.1% in the month of December to be 0.4% higher through the December quarter and 4.8% higher over the calendar year according to Corelogic. Source: Corelogic January 2025 CoreLogic’s research director, Tim Lawless, said:. “This was the smallest December…
Do you know which areas or suburbs in Australia are leading in terms of rental affordability? Or have you wondered how your suburb ranks in terms of rent prices compared to the rest of the country? By now we’re all aware that Australia is going through a rental crisis, with soaring rents and a lack…
As Australia’s rental crisis deepens, build-to-rent developments promise more housing—but will they build the right homes in the right places at the right price? The recent passage of build-to-rent legislation is expected to unlock 80,000 new homes nationwide, heralded as a significant step towards addressing Australia’s housing supply issues. These developments, often backed by institutional…
Soaring prices, very low rental vacancy rates and a lack of affordable housing continue to put a strain on Australia’s rental markets and keep us in a rental crisis situation. While rental price growth has slowed, monthly and annual increases continue to push affordability to its peak. Meanwhile, there is still growing concern that the…
Tenants and landlords need each other, but that doesn’t mean the relationship is always cordial. Sometimes this partnership is divided by the proverbial wedge due to unavoidable circumstances, but it can also be the actions and attitudes of the people involved that create disharmony. What are some of the ‘lemons’ that can turn a tenant-landlord…
