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⚠️ Sandbag stations are now open⚠️

We’re in for a few rainy days ahead, with heavy rainfall and potential for flash flooding 🌧️

Locate your nearest sandbag station here 👉
https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Disaster-Management/Sandbags

To stay safe and keep up-to-date:
✔️ Monitor weather conditions on the BoM radar imagery 👉 http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDR663.loop.shtml
✔️ Keep up to date with the Bureau of Meteorology’s weather warnings 👉 http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings/
✔️ Visit our Disaster Dashboard to stay up-to-date on conditions in Moreton Bay 👉 https://disaster.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/

Remember to drive to the conditions and if it’s flooded, forget it! 🚗

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Imagine being with the wrong property management agency, and their mistakes cost you more than $5000!

Coming up on our next podcast episode Talking Property Management found on Spotify!

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14 Kalmia Close Mango Hill!

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82 Stanley Street Strathpine is now online and ready for you to view!

The biggest risk property managers make on your investment?

They will recommend an inflated rental price to keep you happy and avoid losing your business. When arrears start piling up, they’ll suggest cutting your losses instead of focusing on a sustainable strategy.

Is this really the best approach for your investment property?

We love listening to - we learn all about strong and smart investment strategies that don’t get taught within property management. It’s why choosing a property manager with a vested interest and investor mindset is the most effective decision you can make as an investor, no matter how many properties you have.

Let’s talk about being ahead of the market…

When we collaborate with our clients to stay ahead of the market, our goal is to position their property more effectively than their competitors, and it works.

Even if your property is 15 years old and structurally sound but in need of some updates, we’ll put together both short term and long term strategies to ensure it’s ready for the market and capable of achieving the best possible rental rate, and quality tenant.

In just two years, we’ve set suburb record prices for comparable properties. For instance, we’re currently achieving $640 per week for a property in Murrumba Downs, while similar homes are renting for less than $600 per week.

Our strategy clearly works, and now it’s your opportunity to stay ahead of the market with Exclusively Managed.

Not a fun chat but let’s talk about MOULD… Who is responsible for cleaning mould in a rental property?

If mould becomes present in a rental property, the tenant/residents should notify the property manager/owner as soon as they are aware of the issue.

Deciding who is responsible for cleaning the mould and repairing any resultant damage depends on how the mould appeared in the first place.

If mould is a result of problems with the rental property (for example, a leaking roof or water damage cause by leaking pipework), it is the property manager/owner’s responsibility to address the mould and make any necessary repairs.

If the tenant/resident has caused the mould to appear (for example, by not using an extractor fan and allowing steam to build up in a bathroom, or not properly ventilating or cleaning the property), they are responsible for cleaning it and paying for any damages the mould has caused.

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9 Tarnook Dr Ferny Hills Leased in less than 1 week.

We love acheiving results like this one!

Saving electricity not only helps reduce your energy bills but also benefits the environment.

Here are some tips for you in your home;

Switch to LED bulbs: They use much less energy than incandescent bulbs and last longer.

Turn off lights when not in use: Develop the habit of switching off lights when leaving a room.

Unplug devices when not in use: Many electronics consume energy even when turned off, so unplug them to save electricity.

Use power strips: Plug multiple devices into a power strip and turn off the strip when devices are not in use to prevent standby power consumption.

Use appliances efficiently: Wash clothes in cold water, wash and dry dishes instead of using the dishwasher, and use energy efficient appliances.

Utilise natural light: Open curtains and blinds during the day to reduce the need for artificial lighting.

What do you do to save electricity?

The perks of renting…

Living the good renting life not only offers a more affordable way to enjoy the perks of cosmopolitan living but also provides the flexibility to adapt to the changing real estate landscape.

Live the good renting life: capital city suburbs where it's cheaper to rent than buy - realestate.com.au The dream of homeownership, with its hefty mortgages and long-term commitment, isn’t always the only path to a fulfilling life in Australia’s vibrant cities – here are the suburbs where it’s cheaper to rent than buy.

Renovating your investment? This is our preferred style for any investment property bathroom.

Modern, minimal and affordable.

Modern Australian Bathroom Design Embracing the Serenity of Modern Australian Bathroom Design "In the realm of interior design, the Modern Australian style stands out for its effortless blend of natural beauty and contemporary aesthetics, creating spaces that are both serene and sophisticated. Through the following series of images,...

We've all heard a good real estate horror story.

For property managers like me, it often involves a nightmare with a difficult client or unhappy tenant.

As a property investor, your story might involve a disappointing property manager or a loss of income. Sometimes even both.

Let me tell you about a truly awful trade, a beastly one, carving their mark across the town.

It's true what they say - some tradespeople are worth every penny, and sometimes you'd get a better result doing the work yourself, even if you had no experience.

Unfortunately, this was one of those times.

A problem with shower led to mould growth and tiles detaching from the wall.

Something had to be done! Action had to be taken!

$5000 later, and not a penny less, the work was finished, but the beast was still lurking in the dark.

The horror was real, the work wasn't up to scratch. The tiles didn't sit flush, the mould persisted - we could show you photos, imagine the worst.

The nightmare continued when the property manager assured the owner the job was done without verifying the work. The bill was paid, and everyone moved on.

Can you hear the owl hooting and the wolf howling? The wind blows a cold shiver across your face.

When Exclusively Managed inspected the property, we discovered a scene of chaos. The owner had been swindled, a real life thief was among the honest.

We could hear the beast, growling, lurking in the area.

Unanswered emails, calls and no response.

But then, the hero arrived, hair as golden as the sun, shining armor and sword in hand. She dealt the final blow to the beast.

The client turned to Exclusively Managed. They were embraced, the storm clouds cleared, and they were allowed to pick their dream bathroom theme, and Samantha once again, organised a complete renovation.

In just two weeks, the new bathroom was complete, and the owner's returns soared.

Exclusively Managed lowered their sword, the beast's blood dripped away, and the client's wealth was restored.

Sometimes we have to turn horror stories into powerful reminders that this does happen, and it is a real possibility that your property manager or managing company may not have the best trades, or the experience, the trades like this one in the story, they may not be licensed and you may end up having to suffer a powerful blow.

This unfortunately happened to one of our clients, a real life nightmare.

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Having a franchise agency look after your investment might seem like a surefire way to secure a good property management experience. Their website will tell you, they will find a 5 star tenant, and provide stress free property management. The allure of a recognisable brand, and corporate support can make the franchise agency appear to be a golden ticket to your investment being managed effectively. 

However, the reality can be quite different.

One of the biggest misconceptions about having a franchise manage your property is the belief that it guarantees success. While established franchises do offer a structured internal system, it doesn’t eliminate the risks inherent in property investment.

Read more on our recent blog post, with a real life case study and clients experience with the mistakes a franchise continued to make when looking after our clients portfolio.

Information on Ending A Fixed Term Agreement
Providing a Notice to Leave

The Notice to Leave (Form 12) is a document for property managers and lessors when it’s time to ask tenants to vacate a property or end a current agreement.

This form must be used in accordance with the proper notice periods.

Rule # 1 Form date can’t end on a Sunday, or public holiday.

Rule #2, provide at least 62 days notice.

To avoid the tenancy from becoming periodic, it’s best practice to provide this notice 2 to 3 months before the end of a fixed-term agreement. This gives tenants ample time to either resign a new lease or prepare to vacate.

We issue this form 3 months ahead, regardless of the owner issuing a new agreement, or the tenants vacating.
Tenants are informed that we are ending their current agreement, before a new one is issued, or they are asked to vacate.

Tenants are given the opportunity to:

Resign a new lease if they wish to continue renting the property.
Provide their own notice (minimum 2 weeks) if they plan to vacate.

A fixed term tenancy agreement cannot be ended early using this reason. The tenancy will only conclude on the agreement’s end date or the end date of the notice period, whichever comes later. However, both parties can mutually agree to terminate the agreement early, but this agreement must be made in writing.

A Notice to Leave (Form 12) can be issued for the end of a fixed-term agreement up to one day before the tenancy ends, with a minimum notice period of two months.

For example, if a fixed-term agreement concludes on 14 November 2022 and a Notice to Leave is given on 13 November 2022, tenants will have until at least 13 January 2023 (minimum two months) to vacate the property.

Does your property manager end the tenancy agreements (issue form 12) before offering a new lease?

We are redefining boutique property management.

What does it mean when we say personalised service?

Your investment property is managed to your specific strategy and needs.

We work with you on a long term and short term approach to get what you need out of your investment,without compromising on service.

🌿✨ This past weekend was a refreshing change for me and my husband as we finally tackled landscaping our own backyard!

🏡 After years of focusing on Exclusively Managed and transforming our clients' spaces, from painting houses, to ripping out old gardens, it was such a rewarding experience to turn our attention to our own home.

The amount of front doors I have personally painted! 😂

Getting our hands dirty [literally] was a different and amazing feeling, incredibly rewarding.

I understand the crucial importance of adding value to your property. It's a principle that defines our business; understanding what it takes to be a successful investor, and our strategies are proven effective and recognised by our valued clients.

Ever receive these emails?

"Your tenants have reported the following maintenance…"

Sometimes, they end with a lazy, "How would you like to proceed?"

Other times, there's nothing at all…

We call this the 'copy and paste property manager' approach. It's a basic, outdated style of property management.

And guess what? It's mainly taught within franchises.

On our recent episode of Talking Property Management we sat down and had a slice of cake and found some pretty unfortunate information out there.

We have looked at five properties 4, were under rented and all comparable to each other. They have not been advertised at the correct price.

Chermside is filled with investors. There are multiple different unit complexes in Chermside. It’s a built up.m suburb and minutes away from the CBD.

There are two-bedroom units without a pool or additional amenities in the complex from $550 a week in rent.

How are you unable to get a bigger house with more space for less than that amount?

The answer? Poor Management!!!

We’re taking action, absolutely fed up with seeing empty promises advertised online, in agency windows and on the websites.

We’re flipping the script – no more fluff, just results. From now on, we are only going to advertise what we’ve accomplished and how we’ve done it.

It doesn’t matter what we have coming up for lease, we’re going to show you only our results, and how we have achieved it.

We have taken a break this year, we have learnt our clients switch to us for solutions, they are sick of poor communication and poor results.

Be Exclusively Managed.

is the one place I go for investment property information.

It’s good to think and learn like an investor for our clients, it’s learning how to be better at your job every day that makes it more worthwhile to do.

We love supporting our community!

What’s frustrating though is Mark is having to run again because someone ‘who doesn’t live in our community and division’, who hasn’t done any advertising and hasn’t welcomed himself into our community online or face to face, has decided to run against a very valuable member.

It’s recommended that Real Estate agents don’t mix with politics and don’t voice their opinions; but as I keep saying, we aren’t your generic Property Management and Realestate agency.

And we prefer it that way!

Morayfield East my flyers are on their way thanks to the amazing team at Exclusively Managed Property Management, thank you so much to Samantha and the team for pitching in and helping me out! ❤️

🏡If you have an investment property and want to find out more about Exclusively Managed check them out at https://www.exclusivelymanaged.com.au/property-management/

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NOT A MYTH:
It’s important to ‘stage’ and prepare your home for advertising, it does impact the final result & type of tenant you will receive.

It’s also true that timing of advertising your property is a big deal. January is a strong time to advertise your investment, compared to other months through the year.

And another one… the main reason why tenants vacate, is because of maintenance not being attended to in a timely manner, or at all.

Who you choose for the management of your investment matters.

Don’t make the mistake and fall for the jargon all the franchises repeat, choose an agency that is focused on the growth of your investment.

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We absolutely love big family homes, and love being able to find big families a house to call home. 🏠

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Renovated cottage in Stafford, Brisbane!

Have you seen some of our past projects on the ENHANCE side of Exclusively Managed?

Take a look at our portfolio and let us know if you would like more information on the type of renovation we completed for a project.

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246 Newmarket Road, Wilston didn’t spend long on the market, now leased to our wonderful new customers.