Entrusting your investment property in the hands of another is a necessary part of the process. A good property manager has the ability to provide a legitimate peace of mind to their clients via their extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the marketplace. Conversely, signing...
"You'd imagine that buying a property would be as simple and straightforward as purchasing any other desired item. You'd see an advertisement and attend an open, ask the estate agent for the property's price, submit a fair offer - perhaps expecting a little bit of...
When it comes to leasing out their investment property, a landlord is predominately looking for two qualities in a tenant: one who will pay their rent on time, who will take care of their asset and return it in good condition. But what happens when your...
If you’re a landlord, routine inspections are essential to ensuring that your property is being maintained to a satisfactory standard. They’re also a great way of picking up on any routine maintenance that may be required. For the tenant however, rental inspections can cause a...
In today’s market, buying a property to rent out is a popular form of investment. Unlike alternate financial ventures, the process towards owning a home can be remarkably simple. However, there can be some issues that landlords need to be prepared for, and late rent...
If you’re on the market for a rental property, it’s important to consider your reasons as to why. Will you be renting temporarily while you look for a home to buy? Or will your rental residency be a longer-term solution? If the latter is the...
So you’ve decided to sell your home. You’ve hired an agent, you’ve de-cluttered all rooms, and you’ve commissioned a collection of professional photos to exhibit the best of the space. You’re on the right track, but there is one important thing that you could be...
Following your heart might sound romantic, but it isn’t always best. And those gut feelings we get when we walk into a home can’t always be trusted. Indeed, when we step over a threshold we start to imagine our lives playing out within the home’s...
If you’ve got a little one on the way, or you’re already a parent, childproofing your home is essential to keeping your baby safe. But don’t wait until your child has already begun to crawl. Kids can become mobile almost overnight; so don’t get caught...
When it comes to adding value to your home, many of us start with the obvious: a fresh lick of paint, a few new fixtures, maybe some new flooring. But when selling your home, interior presentation is not the only key to the success of...