For some property investors, buying a new build via a property developer is an attractive prospect. New builds have lower maintenance costs and requirements, provide good value for money, carry tax benefits, and will likely attract a higher market rent.
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5 Things to Watch Out for When Purchasing a New Build as an Investment Property National Propertyscouts
18 February 2022
COVID-19: Can Landlords Require Tenants to be Vaccinated? National Propertyscouts
11 February 2022
When it comes to your own private property, it’s your call who you let inside. You can require tradespeople to be vaccinated and you can ask your unvaccinated friends and family to stay away. Sounds simple right? Unfortunately, it’s a bit more complicated if you own a rental property.
The Key Differences Between a Residents’ Association and a Body Corporate National Propertyscouts
22 December 2021
Looking at buying investment property in a new build development or existing complex? There are many things to take into consideration. However, one thing to be aware of is that you’ll be required to join a body corporate or a residents’ association (which one will be pre-determined by the development type).
5 Reasons to Consider Including Grounds Maintenance in Your Tenancy Agreement National Propertyscouts
1 December 2021
To maintain or not to maintain? That’s the question many landlords find themselves asking when developing tenancy agreements.
3 Reasons to Get Your Brand New Property Meth-Tested National Propertyscouts
24 November 2021
So, you’ve just purchased a BRAND NEW rental property? Congratulations! There’s little chance that it has been contaminated by methamphetamine (‘meth’). Why then, do you still need a meth test?
In short, testing for meth before and after tenancies can protect you, the Landlord, from having to fork out tens of thousands of dollars in the long run.
Are Baches Subject to the RTA? National Propertyscouts
14 October 2021
The Tenancy Tribunal has declared that baches are not subject to the Residential Tenancies Act, provided they are intended to provide temporary or transient accommodation.
Offer long term rental options in return for interest deductibility National Propertyscouts
2 July 2021
That’s a suggestion made by one property consultant recently...
FAQ National Propertyscouts
1 July 2021
When does my rental property have to comply with the Healthy Homes Standards?