Property management is more about having the skills to manage relationships. A successful tenancy balances trust, respect and mutually beneficial outcomes with legislative compliance to avoid tribunal. The results are entirely dependent on the individuals in the agreement. If they cannot find a middle ground, then often a property manager is the bridge between two mountains.
Access to databases
When it comes to finding the right tenant, agents have access to the most up to date databases that automatically inform tenants about new properties coming online. This can help separate your property from the “blind scrolling” that occurs in highly populated areas.
Inspections & Application Checking
Being easily available to show people through is key to leasing out your property quickly. When choosing between two good applications, always consider the full story. Are they likely to want to move again or are they likely to stay longer? It is so important to speak with current agents managing properties as they can tell you how clean and tidy the tenant is, if they pay their rental on time and importantly, do they recommend them as a tenant. When there are no current agent references i.e. first time renters, look at the tenant’s ability to meet their rental payments and how stable is their income.
Condition Reports and Legal Documentation
A lease agreement must be in writing and signed to be enforceable. It should include the agreed terms, entry condition report and photos detailing the condition of the property prior to the tenancy. The accuracy of these details cannot be understated, as it is the landlord’s evidence of the original condition if you are required to present your case at VCAT (Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal)
In a market where there are less tenants than vacant properties, negotiation is a skilled game of keeping your cool and not feeling the emotional sting of a low-ball offer. Remember, rent is not the only tool for negotiation – there are lease start dates, lease terms, utilities and parking.
Knowing your property inside out is an advantage, but what if something unexpected happens? Do you know who pays for a window that “accidentally” gets broken or blocked plumbing when there is no apparent cause? Sometimes repairs can be covered by landlord insurance, so it is important to review your policy each year to ensure cover for all kinds of accidents. Most insurance companies have their own processes for managing repairs, but are often happy to take reasonable quotes if they can be completed quickly. You must also determine if the tenant can reasonably stay in the property while repairs take place. If they cannot access basic cooking and bathing facilities, they would likely need to be relocated.
In urgent matters, simple troubleshooting is vital in managing what could be expensive repairs. One Christmas eve, I talked a tenant through some troubleshooting steps to discover the problem with the hot water service – it was actually the broken power point. Setting up an extension cord got them through the public holidays, which saved the landlord hundreds of dollars in unnecessary plumbing callout costs. Problem solved!
At A1 Tyrepower we have a professional and committed team who take their job of keeping our customers safe on the road extremely seriously. We aim to provide a service that exceeds expectations to all our customers from large commercial organisations, fleet vehicles, farm and industrial customers to fellow local residents. When customers purchase a set of 4 tyres from A1 Tyrepower they receive a service booklet which entitles them to free rotations and balances every 5,000km for the life of those tyres. Free tyre safety and pressure checks are offered to all customers at any time.
We guarantee to give our customers great value for money on quality products and the professional, efficient and personalised service that they deserve and have come to expect from the team at A1 Tyrepower. We also offer Zip Pay and Zip Money as an easy and convenient payment option.
We enjoy being involved in and giving back to the local community. If we are able to assist in building and strengthening community bonds within the business and wider community we are always pleased to. We understand the importance of supporting other locally owned and operated businesses and believe that, locals supporting locals is what it is all about.
A-1 Tyrepower are proud to be a Sponsor of Business Wangaratta and are always there to contribute a $100.00 Gift Voucher to give away at every Business After Hours Events
Maybe it’s just a small project or maybe it’s the entire house. We can help you with each step along the way to end up with a job you are completely proud of. Not just with your colour choices but making sure you choose exactly the right paint, the right gear and all the little tips that make a big difference.
Haymes Paint Shop Wangaratta are proud to be Sponsors of Business Wangaratta and contribute a $50.00 voucher to every Business After Hours Event
We believe in the importance of swimming education from a young age, and the ongoing benefits of swimming throughout life. Our centre provides an ideal setting for people of all ages to learn to swim or simply maintain your fitness with regular exercise.
We’ve come a long way from our humble beginnings of teaching children to swim in our backyard pool. Since opening the centre in 1998, with a pool designed specifically for learning, our focus has been on education. Our pool is salt water – with the temperature kept pleasantly warm, conducive to a learning environment.
Healthy bodies and growing minds need to stay fueled and hydrated. Whether you’re here for lessons, enjoying a swim with the family or staying fit with a few laps, our kiosk is always open with nourishing drinks and fresh snacks to refuel.
More than Swimming are proud to be Sponsors of Business Wangaratta and contribute a $50.00 Voucher to every Business After Hours Event
Intermezzo is so much more than just a café, Bar & Restaurant. Located on the Corner of Ford & Ovens Streets, we are part of the Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre and our aim was to create a space for family and friends to gather, relax and enjoy great food.
We are open from 6.30am, 7 days a week for a coffee and Brekky, or Lunch with a Cocktail or wine till 4.00pm. We are also sometimes open later into the evening when a performance is on with some pre show meals and drinks.
We have indoor and outdoor dining areas including our relaxing lawn area, our you can relax on the Deck and just enjoy the outdoor dining experience, Located close to Wangaratta’s CBD, it’s walking distance from all your favourite shopping.
Intermezzo are proud to be a Sponsor of Business Wangaratta and contribute a $20.00 Meal Voucher to every Business After Hours Event
For over 100 years Wangaratta RSL Sub-Branch have been serving the local community, veterans and their families.
Starting from our humble beginnings on Reid St Wangaratta for the last 65 years, 2019 saw the opening of our new venue at the site of the old Sydney Hotel, which the building still pays homage too.
One thing will never change though is that our commitment to community service, hospitality and most importantly supporting our veteran community will never change and is stronger than ever.
Wangaratta RSL is proud to be a Sponsor of Business Wangaratta, and contribute a $25.00 Gift Voucher to the Business Wangaratta After Hours Events
Salt therapy is a natural therapy that has been practiced for over 100 years. It involves relaxing in a specialised room filled with dry salt particles and can help cleanse the airways and skin, as well as aid recovery and general wellbeing.
All our centres have 3 rooms, a Private, Adult and Kids room. All rooms are designed to mimic salt caves. We have a halogenerator that grinds up pharmaceutical medical grade sea salt into a dry aerosol and pumps it into the room.
Wangaratta RSL is proud to be a Sponsor of Business Wangaratta, and contribute a $25.00 Gift Voucher to the Business Wangaratta After Hours Events