Embracing a downsized living arrangement can be an incredibly liberating experience, especially when you find yourself in a once-vibrant family home that now echoes with memories as the children have moved on. While a tinge of sadness may accompany this transition,...
Insights from Tara Bradbury, Principal Leasing Agent at Active Agents With the rental landscape in Queensland undergoing significant changes, it's crucial for both tenants and landlords to grasp the implications of the new rent increase laws. In this article I share...
Living in a rented space often comes with limitations on the structural changes one can make. However, this doesn’t mean tenants can't adopt a more sustainable lifestyle. With a growing emphasis on environmental consciousness, it’s never been easier to make...
Today, I'm tackling a subject crucial to property investors: the factors that significantly influence the valuation of a tenanted investment property. We'll narrow our focus to two vital areas — rental income and lease term— to provide a comprehensive overview. Let's...
As the property market in Hervey Bay, maintains its stability while evolving, property investors find themselves in a unique position to make strategic decisions. As an experienced real estate agent at Active Agents Hervey Bay, I understand the importance of staying...
As the dust settles from a challenging year filled with uncertainties, the recently released NAB Regional & Agribusiness Horizons Report 2023 has shed light on the remarkable resilience and growth of regional and rural Australia. Aptly themed "From Strength to...
When it comes to selling or buying real estate, it's crucial to have a trustworthy and knowledgeable real estate agent by your side. Unfortunately, not all agents operate with the utmost integrity. Some resort to unethical tactics, such as overvaluing properties, to...
In recent months, the real estate landscape has been witnessing the effects of increasing interest rates and inflation pressures. These factors are beginning to place a significant burden on homeowners with mortgages, as more of their income is allocated towards...
As residents of Hervey Bay, we are incredibly fortunate to have the breathtaking K'Gari Fraser Island located just a short distance away. This world heritage-listed paradise offers a convenient escape for a rejuvenating long weekend. During our recent visit, we had...
As part of our commitment to keeping you informed about the latest developments in the real estate industry, we would like to share some important updates regarding changes to the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (RTRA Act) and Regulation....