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Table of Contents
Introduction 4
Disclaimer 5
Who Are We? 6
Frequently Asked Questions 7
How do I get the best rent for my property? 7
What is the application process? 8
How do I know I am getting a good tenant? 8
How long will it take to find a tenant? 8
How do you advertise my property? 9
What will be covered at the new tenant 10
induction (sign-up process)
What is the bond for? And how much 10
do you take?
How often will I receive the rent funds 10
and when will I receive my statement?
What expenses can you manage on 11
my behalf?
What extra outgoing expenses should 11
I expect?
Does my tenant pay for water usage? 11
What insurance will I need? 11
Do I need a tax depreciation schedule? 11
Whose responsibility is it to maintain 12
the smoke alarms?
Do I have to allow pets at my property? 13
Do the tenants maintain the lawns 13
and gardens?
Who is responsible for pest control at 13
the property?