Brisbane vet Michael O’Donoghue has seen too many people have to give up, or put down, their pets because they could not find a rental property that welcomed animals. “It’s very heart-breaking, people euthanising their beloved pet because they can’t find accommodation,” he said. The People and Pets veterinarian is pushing for more pet-friendly rental [...]

How is the current rental market affecting property investors? It’s a good question and the answer is highly encouraging. It relates to the shortage of rental properties as highlighted in recent media articles and the fact that population growth is outstripping construction and investment. As The Property Shop principal, Hugh Bateman agrees, this is not [...]

This is the perfect time to become an investor in Mudgee and Mudgee agency, The Property Shop, explains why. Thinking of buying an investment property or adding to a portfolio you’ve already launched? There’s a five word answer to such thoughts: “This is the ideal time!” In fact there are so many signs pointing investors [...]

Been looking to rent and you’re already tired of having to organise your day of property inspections week after week? Frustrated that they’re all open at the same time with not enough time to get from one to another and you don’t know how to get there? Well, it all just got easier with the [...]

A loophole allowing landlords to list tenants on ”bad tenant databases” for any reason is to be closed in the coming shake-up of home rental reforms which landlords say will do little to improve their position. But the Tenants’ Union said the new laws, which come into effect on January 31, included ”commonsense” reforms which [...]

Planning, research and good management will help you enjoy your investment. The purchase of your first investment property marks an exciting new financial phase in your life. It may also cause some butterflies as you venture into this unfamiliar territory. As with any first-time venture, you may well encounter some problems but here are some [...]

A getaway shack by the sea sounds good but sometimes the numbers don’t stack up. It’s that time of year again when Australians flock to the coast for much needed rest and recreation. Seduced by the lifestyle, many will dream of buying a holiday home in their special magical spot – a place they can [...]