Author: Brigitte Stills
Four Trends Impacting the Sydney Rental Market
What a difference a few months makes. Back in April this year, the inner Sydney vacancy rate was falling as people returned to the city for work and study, which created a surge in demand for rental properties.
Suburb Profile: Lane Cove NSW 2066
Lane Cove is a suburb nestled amongst parks, bushland, and greenery on the Lower North Shore of Sydney. The peninsular runs adjacent to Lane Cove River and is surrounded by suburbs Chatswood, Artarmon, Greenwich and Riverview.
Nightmare Tenants: Why is Tenant Screening so Important?
Everyone has heard nightmarish tales of bad landlords. But what about nightmare tenants? Today, there are more people renting for longer periods than ever before. As property prices continue to…
What do property investors need to know before the EOFY?
The end of the financial year is fast approaching. And for property investors, this means getting organised: assessing your investment performance and preparing your receipts for the lodgement of your tax return.
How to secure the right tenant for your investment?
Would you let a stranger into your house? Accepting tenants without adequately screening applicants is akin to allowing a stranger into your house, and handing over the keys. No doubt, a costly decision in any property owner’s book.
Stills Properties: Top 80 Property Management Blogs
Stills Properties is excited to be named in the Top 80 Property Management Blogs online. Selected from thousands of top property management blogs, we are honoured and humbled to be recognised alongside other property management bloggers, industry experts and thought leaders.
How to find a tenant for your rental property?
Before you start the journey to find a tenant, you first need a strategy – a marketing strategy.
Airbnb hustle into long-term residential rental market
The short term rental accommodation market is booming, and the real estate industry is feeling the impacts. Recently, the industry has seen an increase in tenants illegally subletting a house or room to offset their rent, and in some cases pocketing rental returns, double what the properties’ owners earn.
Five most common complaints and concerns for landlords
As a landlord, you want the best tenants for your properties. But invariably, even the best tenants have demands. And responding to requests, queries and maintenance issues can be time-consuming and stressful. This is where a good property manager can assist.
