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Residential Tenancies Act Bill Introduced to Parliament

4 December 2023

Investment Renting Residential Tenant

In late 2022, the State Government put a review of the Residential Tenancies Act out for consultation. The State Government has now submitted the Residential Tenancies Act Bill to Parliament, and these changes are expected to be introduced in early 2024. What the bill covers Limiting the frequency of rent increases to once every 12 […]

How to Get Your Bond Back

12 January 2023

Home Renting Residential Tenant

Vacating your rental property can be a stressful experience, especially for first-time tenants. Luckily, our property manager expert Chantell Lee has a handful of helpful hints to get you on the right track to getting your bond back! Checking your entry condition report When it comes time to vacate your property it needs to be […]

Standing Out in a Tight Rental Market

28 September 2022

Home Renting Residential Tenant

With record low vacancy rates, it’s no secret that the rental market in WA is quite competitive at the moment. So, it’s likely that your application will be one of many that a landlord will consider. How can you make yours a standout? Here’s some handy tips to consider. Get prepared before applying When you […]

Rent in Advance

12 August 2022

Home Renting Residential Tenant

What happened to the two weeks rent I paid in advance at the start of my lease? We hear this question a lot during, and at the end of a tenancy. So, we thought it was time to bust some myths about what happens to your rent that’s paid upfront. Why is rent paid two […]

Buying a Home – FAQ’s

18 May 2022

Buying Home Investment Land Residential

Buying a home is the biggest investment you’ll ever make. And you don’t do it often! That means there’s often a heap of questions…What do you have to think about? How can I prepare? That’s where we can help! Property is our jam, our passion. So, we’ve prepared a list of common questions and some […]

Toppling Furniture & Your Rental

18 May 2022

Buying Home Investment Land Renting Residential Tenant

In late 2021, the life of one West Australian family was changed forever when a child was fatally injured by falling furniture. As an industry, and an agency, the health and safety of our community is paramount! So, we wanted to take this chance to remind you about some recent changes to the Residential Tenancies […]

Preparing for EOFY

10 May 2022

Home Investment Landlord Renting Residential

The end of the financial year (EOFY) is fast approaching! Although June 30 might still seem a while away, don’t cut yourself short on time to prepare. EOFY is a busy time of the year for most, so why not stay ahead of the game with these simple tips to make your life a little […]

Renting Out Your Asset

5 April 2022

Investment Land Landlord Renting Residential

Whether you are looking at a sea change or have purchased your first investment for your portfolio, there is a lot to consider before looking to rent your home. To help you get started we’ve summarised a list of the top items to consider before handing your keys to your chosen tenants. Legal Requirements Before […]

Building an Investment Property

3 March 2022

Buying Investment Landlord Residential

Home & land is one of our specialties here at Hanson Property. A large part of that is helping investors – from buying a block, right through to the completion of their home and renting it out. How? We come with you along the journey, providing up to date market analyses along the way, including […]

Landlord Insurance

16 December 2021

Investment Landlord

Insurance helps to minimise risk and provide protection in a worst-case scenario. It’s not something you expect to call on often, but when you do, you want to make sure you’ll get the help you need. Landlord insurance is no different and we always recommend taking the time to really understand what your policy covers […]

Garage Door Maintenance

16 November 2021

Home Investment Landlord Residential

Garage roller doors are a common feature in most homes – perfect for privacy and security. Like anything on the exterior of your home, it often sees the full force of the elements. On top of their normal daily use, winter storms and summer heat can take their toll. Typically the largest working part of […]

Smoke Alarms & Your Home

16 August 2021

Home Investment Landlord Residential

Fire. It’s quick, it’s ferocious and it can be incredibly costly if one breaks out in your home. While sometimes fire is an act of mother nature, house fires can break out for unforeseen reasons too. But that doesn’t mean you can’t take steps to protect yourself against them. Properly maintained smoke alarms are a […]

Rental Market Update July 2021

13 July 2021

Investment Landlord Residential

It’s almost the middle of winter – what would usually be a quieter time in the Busselton rental market. Not in 2021! The momentum gained in the rental market last Summer has showed little sign of cooling off, despite the change in season. We’re excited about the hive of activity…and of course, the promise of […]

Changes to the HomeBuilder Grant

19 April 2021

Buying Residential

In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Federal Government implemented a number of initiatives to stimulate the economy. One of these initiatives was the HomeBuilder Grant which was launched from 4 June 2020. Over the weekend, the Government announced some important changes to the construction requirements for the Grant. They’ve announced that the construction commencement […]

20th Birthday Competition

15 December 2020

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If you live in Vasse Estate (and are happy to receive Junk Mail) then you will have received one of our 20th Birthday stubby coolers. When we thought about how we could celebrate with our community, we thought what better way for you to help us say “cheers to 20 years” than with a nice, […]

Residential Tenancies & COVID-19 Update

10 September 2020

Landlord Renting Residential Tenant

An important update to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) and it’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic was announced this morning. What’s changed at a quick glance: The Emergency Period under the Residential Tenancies (COVID-19 Response) Act 2020 has been extended to 28 march 2021 Mandatory conciliation and the rent relief grant will continue to be […]

Government building grants

8 June 2020

Buying Home Land

Stop. The. Press. Did you know that you could receive up to $55,000 towards your new home? Or up to $25,000 renovations? Well you can! The HomeBuilder and Building Bonus grants recently launched by the Federal & State Governments offer the chance to receive considerable contributions towards building or renovating homes in WA. The incentives […]

Gutter Cleaning FAQs

5 May 2020

Home Landlord Residential

As much as we’ll miss the sunny autumn days, winter is certainly on the way. Before it takes hold and brings much needed rain to our region, now is the perfect time to prepare your home. Ensuring your gutters and down pipes are clear and ready to let the rain drain through them is an […]

COVID-19 & Commercial Tenancies

24 April 2020

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Coronavirus has seen a monumental and rapid shift in the commercial sphere. Since March 2020, unprecedented changes have been made to our ‘normal’ way of life and the impact has been felt by many. In response to these changes, the Commercial Tenancies (COVID-19 Response) Bill 2020 has recently been passed by WA Parliament. Once it […]

The RTA & COVID-19

23 April 2020

Landlord Renting Residential Tenant

Since March 2020, Coronavirus has brought some significant changes to our everyday norm. This extends across many households, families, and businesses. The financial impact of this virus has been felt by many – both landlords and tenants alike. In response to these impacts, the WA Government has recently passed a Bill to make changes to […]