Weird & wonderful tenant repairs
Asking for a home repair is completely acceptable if you rent a property today. But while some requests are urgent, others are just downright weird. We got the scoop from property managers. The post...
View ArticleWhy it’s OK to rent
The current climate of housing prices in Australia is causing controversy and concern throughout the nation. But renting is still an option, and experts say it's not a dirty word. The post Why it’s OK...
View Article7 reversible makeovers for rental properties
One of the worst things about renting is being unable to make permanent changes to the home. Add some flair without making the landlord cross with our tips. The post 7 reversible makeovers for rental...
View ArticleVIDEO: Rent or buy?
Financial advisor Bruce Brammall joins Channel 10's The Home Team to weigh up the age-old property question: rent or buy? Get his tips on how to approach your property search. The post VIDEO: Rent or...
View ArticleYoung buyers flock to middle-ring suburbs
Whether by choice or necessity, the majority of younger buyers are looking beyond the inner-ring to secure their stake in the property market. The post Young buyers flock to middle-ring suburbs...
View Article5 tips for house hunting on the go
Mobile technology has changed the way we look for houses, for the better. Here's how real estate apps can help streamline your house-hunting. The post 5 tips for house hunting on the go appeared first...
View ArticleRenters – don’t get blacklisted
Whether you're a renter or a landlord, it pays to be aware about tenancy databases where 'blacklisted' tenants are recorded. Here's what you need to know. The post Renters – don’t get blacklisted...
View ArticleShould Australia adopt 10-year rental leases?
If you could sign a rental lease for a decade, would you? In Australia, 12 month leases are the norm, but how about five or 10-year leases for renters? The post Should Australia adopt 10-year rental...
View ArticleAustralia’s cheapest suburbs to rent within 10km of the city
After somewhere convenient to live that's not going to blow the budget? If you work or study in the city, these competitive rental markets could be your best bet. The post Australia’s cheapest suburbs...
View ArticleSuburbs where it’s cheaper to rent than buy this spring
Take the money you'd put towards the mortgage and buy yourself a pre-Christmas gift. These are the suburbs where it's cheaper to rent than buy this spring. The post Suburbs where it’s cheaper to rent...
View ArticleA 101 guide to tenants’ rights
You’ve signed a lease agreement and moved into your new rental property, but do you fully understand your rights? Here's our 101 guide to tenants' rights. The post A 101 guide to tenants’ rights...
View Article10 tips for making your rental feel like home
Don't wait until home ownership to unleash your own personal style. Try these top 10 tips for turning your rental property into the home of your dreams. The post 10 tips for making your rental feel...
View ArticleRental hotspots for young professionals
What's important to young renters in and around the capital cities? We've singled out the top hot-spots for young professionals. The post Rental hotspots for young professionals appeared first on...
View ArticleMaking the most of renting
The great Australian dream of owning a quarter acre block might be off the horizon, but that doesn't make renting second best. Discover the appeal. The post Making the most of renting appeared first on...
View ArticleWhat do tenants really want in rental homes in 2016?
You might be surprised to learn which features will have prospective tenants clambering to live in your investment property. The post What do tenants really want in rental homes in 2016? appeared first...
View Article4 reasons renting trumps buying your own home
While thousands of Australians are saving deposits to buy their first piece of real estate, not everybody wants to own a home. Here's why renting rules. The post 4 reasons renting trumps buying your...
View ArticleHow not to: Have an awkward housemate interview
An interview is the perfect way to assess a potential housemate. These simple tips can help ensure a comfortable and stress-free meeting. The post How not to: Have an awkward housemate interview...
View ArticleWhere were Australia’s cheapest (& most expensive) places to rent in 2015?
Can you guess which suburbs had the lowest rent in 2015? What about areas where rent was through the roof? Renters, we've got the hot list - check it out. The post Where were Australia’s cheapest...
View ArticleA city-by-city look at the highs & lows of renting
Those renting and looking for a bargain need to look further and further out from the CBDs of the major cities, new data shows. These were the most affordable and expensive places to rent in the...
View ArticleCheapest suburbs to rent near Australian universities
For many university students, affordability is a non-negotiable when it comes to searching for a rental property. These are the cheapest suburbs near Australian universities. The post Cheapest suburbs...
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