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Challenges in Managing Your Rental Property Independently:

1. Difficulty in promptly securing high-quality tenants, individuals committed to timely rent payments and property upkeep. Delays in securing such tenants can lead to extended vacancy periods or the acceptance of subpar tenants, resulting in financial setbacks.
2. The obligation to independently prepare lease documentation and negotiate terms and conditions with tenants.
3. Direct, 24/7 contact from tenants regarding property issues.
4. The need to independently source tradespeople for necessary repairs and maintenance work.
5. The inconvenience of personally conducting routine property inspections to ensure proper tenant care.
6. Direct communication of property issues to tenants, including handling disputes like late or unpaid rent, inadequate property maintenance, damage, and potential eviction.
7. Unintentional non-compliance with legal obligations due to a lack of experience or awareness of all landlord responsibilities.

   The decision to expose oneself to these risks requires careful consideration.

Benefits of Professional Property Management:

Opting for a professional manager provides a range of advantages, including:

1. Ensuring legal compliance as a landlord.
2. Screening and selecting potential tenants.
3. Organising and attending all potential tenant inspections.
4. Preparing tenant lease documentation.
5. Ensuring tenants pay rent on time.
6. Handling communication with tenants on your behalf.
7. Conducting regular inspections to guarantee proper tenant care.
8. Managing all ongoing property expenses on your behalf, such as council rates and insurance.
9. Arranging reputable tradespeople for approved repairs and maintenance.
10. Facilitating the resolution of tenant disputes before escalation.
11. Reviewing rent rates before lease renewal to optimise rental property returns.
12. In summary, engaging a professional property management service minimises the risk, stress, and hassle associated with self-management.

   The decision to expose oneself to these risks requires careful consideration.

Assessing the Feasibility of Self-Managing Your Rental Property:

This hinges on your level of knowledge and experience in rental property management, as well as the time at your disposal. Property management tasks can prove intricate and time-consuming.

While there is a cost associated with professional property management, the fees are fully tax-deductible. Ultimately, the benefits a property manager provides should surpass the costs, offering peace of mind and assurance of legal compliance.



Moreover, many tenants prefer dealing with a property manager over a landlord directly, potentially limiting your pool of tenant applicants if you opt for the DIY approach.

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