Property Management

Should landlords always increase the rent when they can? The fact that a landlord can increase the rent does not necessarily mean they should. A rent review should consider what the market supports, how the property compares with competing rentals, the reliability of the...

How Should a Rental Application Be Assessed? A rental application should be assessed through a consistent, evidence-based process that considers the applicant’s apparent ability to meet the tenancy obligations and whether the information provided can be reasonably verified. It should not be reduced to a single figure, an initial impression or a search for a supposedly “perfect” tenant. Income matters, but it is only one part of a broader assessment. Rental history, references, the completeness and consistency of the application, and the practical requirements of the property may also be relevant. In Queensland, the assessment must also comply with current...