The importance of property presentation to a prospective tenant should not be underestimated as it can determine what type of tenant you attract. Good quality tenants are generally attracted to good quality, clean and tidy homes. A a property that is a little run down won’t
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General inspections are always scheduled within the first four months then approximately every six months thereafter. We are allowed a maximum of four inspections per year in accordance with legislative requirements. By law we are required to give you 24 hours notice before an inspection takes place but in general try to allow at least a weeks notice. General inspections are not as detailed as inspections at the start …
Continue readingFinding good tenants and keeping them happy is one of the best investments a landlord can make. By ensuring they have a positive experience while living at your property, they may be more likely to pay their rent on time, stay in your property longer and treat it as if it were their own. Here are some tips to find and hold on to great …
Continue readingAs of January 30, 2017, residential tenancy laws came into effect to stipulate that the service of Rental Bonds Online must be offered to new tenants as the first option for lodgement of their bond. At Fitzpatricks, we have been utilising this system for some time, enjoying the efficiency and time-saving benefits it brings to both parties. Rental Bonds Online helps tenants, agents and private landlords to …
Continue readingWith 2016 the hottest year on record and the scorching summer temperatures predicted to continue, there’s no doubt air-conditioning is an essential. Wagga Wagga is known for its extremes in weather – contrasting very hot summers with freezing cold winters. Year round comfort is an essential thing both buyers and renters are looking for, and it can certainly be a deal breaker, so it helps to have …
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