Posts Tagged ‘property management’

How to choose a home that will be a good investment

Being a first home buyer is no easy task. The sea of processes and procedures can be overwhelming and stressful. For people wishing to enter the property market, a common question is “should I buy an investment property, or my first home?”. The answer depends on the purchaser’s … Read More

Changes to Strata title legislation

The long awaited reforms to Strata Title Legislation have finally been passed by the NSW Government and are expected to commence from 1 July 2016.

There are over 90 changes in the legislation, including new procedures relating to the conduct of AGM’s, Building Defects & Inspections and the payment of a … Read More

How to find the right property manager

Property managers are often cited as a key member of the team of professionals you should have around you in order to build a sustainable and efficient property portfolio.

A good property manager can be the difference between an investment property that plods along and one that supercharges your portfolio’s growth … Read More

10 renovations which quickly add value

When you start thinking about selling your property, it’s common to consider renovating. Renovating to increase the value of your home can be tricky, and costly. You don’t want to overspend on things that won’t increase value, or under deliver in the areas and rooms that really matter.
Here are … Read More

Maintenance Responsibilities – Owner or Owners Corporation?

One of the most confusing aspects of owning a lot within a Strata Scheme is understanding who is responsible for the maintenance of certain elements within the lot – an individual owner or Owners Corporation (Body Corporate)?

This debate has existed since strata schemes legislation was first incepted in 1961 and … Read More