By Kellie Andriessen – Director, Newcastle Property Management One of the biggest mistakes I see landlords make is wanting to advertise their property as soon as a tenant gives notice without first considering whether the home is truly ready for the next occupant. First impressions count. Prospective tenants often decide within the first few minutes.

By Kellie Andriessen – Director, Newcastle Property Management One question I’ve been asked a lot recently is whether landlords should increase their rent because interest rates have risen again. My answer is always the same—rental prices aren’t determined by a landlord’s mortgage repayments; they’re determined by the market. While I completely understand that higher interest.

By Craig Andriessen — Andriessen Property The federal government’s First Home Guarantee Scheme expanded again recently, giving first-home buyers the chance to get into the market with just a 5% deposit — no Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) required. On paper, that sounds like a dream. But like everything in real estate… there’s more to the.

Unless you’re lucky enough to be a cash buyer, whether you’re a homebuyer or investor, you will need a loan. There are a lot of loans available from a wide variety of financial providers! Lenders assess income, expenses, and debt levels to determine borrowing capacity, and each loan type will tailored to suit the borrower’s.

The rental landscape in New South Wales (NSW) has just undergone a major overhaul, with new laws aimed at creating a fairer and more balanced market. While these changes offer greater protections for tenants, they also bring new responsibilities and challenges for landlords. Whether you’re a seasoned property investor or just starting out, it’s essential.

While location, and access to amenities lifestyle choices, and work, and proximity to main roads and public transport is often the starting point for many people when looking for a rental property, what features do they consider? If you want to make sure your property is that little bit more desirable than a similar one.

With Anthony Albanese PM recently announcing sweeping housing reforms, describing the changes as ‘most significant in a generation’ the spotlight is definitely on the housing crisis. While rental affordability is impacting many, and as a result impacts housing supply, the cost of living is affecting everyone – landlords included! There are 2.2 million family investors.

Whether it is from an investment or homeowner’s point of view, we’re always looking at innovative ways to help you get the best from your asset. If you’ve got an investment property and you’re wondering how you can maximise your return, here are some of our tips to consider. Freshen up the property This needn’t.