4 December 2023
In late 2022, the State Government put a review of the Residential Tenancies Act out for consultation. The State Government has now submitted the Residential Tenancies Act Bill to Parliament, and these changes are expected to be introduced in early 2024. What the bill covers Limiting the frequency of rent increases to once every 12 […]
12 January 2023
Vacating your rental property can be a stressful experience, especially for first-time tenants. Luckily, our property manager expert Chantell Lee has a handful of helpful hints to get you on the right track to getting your bond back! Checking your entry condition report When it comes time to vacate your property it needs to be […]
28 September 2022
With record low vacancy rates, it’s no secret that the rental market in WA is quite competitive at the moment. So, it’s likely that your application will be one of many that a landlord will consider. How can you make yours a standout? Here’s some handy tips to consider. Get prepared before applying When you […]
12 August 2022
What happened to the two weeks rent I paid in advance at the start of my lease? We hear this question a lot during, and at the end of a tenancy. So, we thought it was time to bust some myths about what happens to your rent that’s paid upfront. Why is rent paid two […]
18 May 2022
In late 2021, the life of one West Australian family was changed forever when a child was fatally injured by falling furniture. As an industry, and an agency, the health and safety of our community is paramount! So, we wanted to take this chance to remind you about some recent changes to the Residential Tenancies […]
10 September 2020
An important update to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) and it’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic was announced this morning. What’s changed at a quick glance: The Emergency Period under the Residential Tenancies (COVID-19 Response) Act 2020 has been extended to 28 march 2021 Mandatory conciliation and the rent relief grant will continue to be […]
23 April 2020
Since March 2020, Coronavirus has brought some significant changes to our everyday norm. This extends across many households, families, and businesses. The financial impact of this virus has been felt by many – both landlords and tenants alike. In response to these impacts, the WA Government has recently passed a Bill to make changes to […]
24 March 2020
Saving money is always a priority. But in these uncertain times, we understand savings are now even more important than ever. So, we thought we’d share some simple tips to help you minimise your outgoings and keep more money in your pocket! Share your streaming services See whether you can add additional users to your […]
30 January 2020
It’s a New Year and with it comes some new changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). In particular changes to the way your tenant is billed for water have come into effect from 1 January 2020. Most notably, the changes clarify who is responsible for the cost of water consumption and service charges. This […]
9 December 2019
With the soaring Mercury in the Summer months, your luscious green lawn can be one of the first things to suffer in the heat. With no escape from the sun and it’s hot, hot rays, how do you protect your lawn? We quizzed local lawn expect Brad Marsh from Geographe Property Services about his top […]
7 August 2019
Everything you need to know about vacating your rental. Unfortunately, not all vacations involve an aeroplane, cocktails and sunshine. Vacation also means leaving something or somewhere that was occupied. There often comes a time where you need to vacate a rental property. You might have purchased your own place, might be moving in with a […]
18 February 2019
Two words that often send tenants into a panic – rent inspection (da da dummmmmm). Most Australian’s rent at one point or another in their lifetime. Whether you’re just starting out in the rental market, or you’ve rented for your whole life, you will experience regular routine inspections. Routine inspections are conducted no more than […]
1 November 2018
Changes to the RTA – prevention of family violence There are some important changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (The RTA) afoot to support victims of domestic violence. Sadly, this is a problem in our society and something that you may be faced when renting, or renting out your property. Recognising this, a bill was […]
