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Rent Changes! How to Give Tenants Notice Thinking of raising the rent on a month-to-month lease? Here's what you need to know: Check the lease agreement first. Did you include a clause about rent increases? If so, it should mention the new rent amount or how it will be calculated. Give your tenants plenty of notice. They'll […]

Minimum housing standards explained Attention landlords! New minimum housing standards are required! Starting September 1st, 2023, all new rental agreements need to meet these improved standards. By September 1st, 2024, all existing tenancies will also need to comply. This means you've got some time to make sure your rental property meets the grade. These standards ensure

More transparency for QLD property buyers! Big news for Queensland property: A new law is coming that will change how houses and businesses are sold! The key change is a mandatory seller disclosure regime. This means sellers must provide a detailed report about the property to potential buyers before a sales contract is signed. This

Landlord or Tenant? The Showdown Over Pest Control Keeping your rental pest-free: A shared responsibility Both landlords and tenants have a role to play in maintaining a clean and pest-free rental property. Here's a breakdown of who's responsible for what: Landlord's responsibility: Generally, the landlord is responsible for taking care of pest control issues before

Living Safe: A Guide to Asbestos in Rental Properties Important information for landlords and property managers about asbestos: Did you know that many houses built before 1990 might contain asbestos? Asbestos can be dangerous if disturbed, but asbestos in good condition is not a risk. Here's what you need to know: Asbestos was commonly used