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Property Management Services Guide - Proudly provided as a service to investors By First National Action Realty Ipswich
Property Management
    Services Guide

           Proudly provided as a service to investors
             By First National Action Realty Ipswich

Phone: (07) 3281 3800
Email: rentals@actionrealty.com.au
93 Brisbane Street IPSWICH QLD 4305
www.actionrealty.com.au
Property Management Services Guide - Proudly provided as a service to investors By First National Action Realty Ipswich
Index Page
   Introduction
   Our Property Management Team
    Staff Profiles

   Making the Decision
   Presentation of your Investment
   Property Management Services
    Advertising
    Leasing & Application Tracker System
    Tenant Selection
    Tenant Services
    Tenant Payment Options
    Income Management
    Property Inspections
    Maintenance
    Smoke Alarms Obligations
    Water Usage
    Landlord Insurance
    Priority Alerts

   Management Fees
   Here’s what our owners have to say
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Introduction
                 Glenn Ball (Principal)

                 Thank you for choosing Ipswich’s most trusted and longest running Real
                 Estate office to lease and manage your home.

                 Since our opening in 1964 we have built a solid reputation as a local team
                 who provide our clients with superior service conducted at the highest
                 professional level possible.

Our mission statement dictates our company profile – “We aim to provide a service in our
First National Office beyond our customer’s expectations – a guaranteed service that you
would have no hesitation in recommending to your best friend.”

First National Action Realty Ipswich embraces all aspects of real estate—Residential Property
Management & Sales, Leasing & Property Management. We have a large property
management division with our motto being “We Care” which applies to both our
Lessors and Tenants.

First National Action Realty Ipswich has been a member office of the Real Estate Institute of
Queensland since 1973.

We are situated in the main street of Ipswich at 93 Brisbane Street, providing excellent
window marketing space with exposure to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Our
customer car park is located at the rear of our office with its entrance off East Street.

We are a foundation member of First National Real Estate, having been established in 1982.

    First National is the largest independent group of real estate agents in Australasia with
     over 400 offices.
    You can deal directly with the owner of this business.
    First National conducts its own internal staff training programs in addition to
     expert real estate industry programs.

First National Action Realty Ipswich is open 6 days a week and you can contact us by
phone on 3281 3800,or email us at: rentals@actionrealty.com.au

Office Hours:     Mon to Fri 8.30am to 5.00pm
                  Saturday 9.00 am to 12.30pm
                  Sunday: Closed
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Our Property Management Team

                            GLENN BALL            ISABELLE GILLIS
                              (Principal)         (Business Development Manager)
                     Ph: (07) 3281 3800           Ph: (07) 3281 3800
                   Mobile: 0432 822 457           Mobile: 0499 054 646
      Email: glenn@actionrealty.com.au            Email: bdm@actionrealty.com.au

                             SUE LEHMANN          VENITA DAW
                 (Trust Account Manager)          (Business Development Manager)
                         Ph: (07) 3281 3800       Ph: (07) 3281 3800
         Email: sue@actionrealty.com.au           Mobile: 0455 157 132
                                                  Email: bdm2@actionrealty.com.au

                   MARYANNE DE BRUYN             KAHLIA WALTON
                    (Property Manager)           (Property Management Supervisor)
                      Ph: (07) 3281 3800         Mobile: 0499 053 077
                    Mobile: 0499 058 445         Ph: (07) 3281 3800
          Email: pm5@actionrealty.com.au         Email: pmsupervisor@actionrealty.com.au

                          CLINT FRANKE            SONYA PERKINS
                   (Property Manager)             (Property Manager)
                     Ph: (07) 3281 3800           Ph: (07) 3281 3800
                  Mobile: 0499 074 322            Mobile: 0499 081 445
       Email: pm2@actionrealty.com.au             Email: pm8@actionrealty.com.au

                            Lyn Merrell           Reagan Merritt
                   (Property Manager)             (Property Manager)
                     Ph: (07) 3281 3800           Ph: (07) 3281 3800
                  Mobile: 0499 046 311            Mobile: 0466 111 069
       Email: pm1@actionrealty.com.au             Email: pm4@actionrealty.com.au

                    BRITTANY MORTON               KERRI BROOKS
                (Administration Support)          (Receptionist)
                     Ph: (07) 3281 3800           Ph: (07) 3281 3800
Email: reception2@actionrealty.com.au             Email: reception@actionrealty.com.au

                                    We put you first!
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Staff Profiles
        Isabelle Gillis / Business Development Manager
        M 0499 054 646
        E bdm@actionrealty.com.au
        Isabelle Gillis, Business Development Manager of First National Action Realty Ipswich
        helps individual property owner’s work towards their investment goals.

        Isabelle has worked in all facets of the Real Estate Industry before finding her niche in
        Property Investment Management with an eye for Business Development. Her persona-
        ble approach gives her clients the confidence and peace of mind they want within
        their most valuable asset.

        Isabelle’s focus is to show her clients owning an investment property isn’t tiresome or
        stressful with the right team.

        VENITA DAW / Business Development Manager
        M 0455 157 132
        E bdm2@actionrealty.com.au

        Venita is an energized and dedicated Business Development Manager with 6 years’
        experience in all aspects of residential property management.

        Venita prides herself in dealing with clients in an open, honest and integrity based
        manor. She believes it is very important to keep her clients well informed in all
        matters pertaining to their properties and seeking the best possible tenant for that
        property.

        In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking and
        gardening.

        KAHLIA WALTON / Property Management Supervisor
        M 0499 053 077
        E pmsupervisor@actionrealty.com.au

        Kahlia has come on board as our Property Management Supervisor and leads the busy
        Property Management Department with her attention to detail and warm personality,
        priding herself on ensuring the department runs smoothly.

        With just over 10 years’ experience in the industry, Kahlia finds keeping Owners and
        Tenants educated on all aspects of Residential Tenancy requirements and obligations
        with open , honest and understanding communication has assisted in forming the
        strong relationships with her clients.

       Lyn Merrell/ Property Manager
       M 0499 046 311
       E pm1@actionrealty.com.au
       Lyn has come to our agency with 27 years in the Real Estate industry starting her
       career at Professionals Ipswich. Lyn has worked in all areas of Real Estate ranging
       from Administration to Senior Property Manager and has worked in Agencies
       throughout Queensland.

       Lyn is very dedicated and prides herself on honesty and providing excellent custom-
       er service to both owners and tenants alike. Lyn is very            approachable
       and has an easy going attitude, she is looking forward to a good working relation-
       ship with her clients. In her spare time she likes to garden and loves spending time
       with her kids and grandkids.
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Staff Profiles
       SONYA PERKINS/ Property Manager
       M 0499 081 445
       E pm8@actionrealty.com.au
       With more than 10 years in the Real Estate industry, including personal assistant to
       sales persons and principals. Sonya’s passion of Property Management and her
       desire to help others has been the reason she has dedicated her career to property
       management.

       Sonya loves assisting investors with their real estate needs. She is experienced in
       being able to assist in choosing the right tenant, ensuring communication is always
       the highest priority.
       A genuine commitment to customer service, local area knowledge ensure the
       transition of moving is an easy stress free process.

       CLINT FRANKE/ Property Manager
       M 0499 074 322
       E pm2@actionrealty.com.au
       Clint is the newest member to join our dynamic team here at First National.

       Clint is new to real estate industry and is enthusiastic about property management
       and sales. Prior to commencing at first national Clint worked in the Hospitality indus-
       try gaining 6 years of experience.
       He demonstrates excellent customer service skills and will be a vital part of our
       team.
       While Clint isn’t working he enjoys the practice of ‘judo’ with training and teaching
       younger students to competing in competitions.

        MARYANNE DE BRUYN / Property Manager
        M 0499 058 445
        E pm5@actionrealty.com.au

        Originally from South Africa, Maryanne and her family sought a better life here in
        Australia.

        Maryanne has been a Residential Property Manager since 2001 and offers clients
        satisfaction through productive work, high ethics and morals.

        Going to the gym and gardening are Maryanne’s interests outside of work.

        Reagan Merritt / Property Manager
        M 0466 111 069
        E pm4@actionrealty.com.au

        Having successful family members in the Real Estate Industry had originally sparked my
        interest to pursue a career in the profession.

        After nearly 2 years of being in the industry and learning multiple aspects of the trade,
        particularly Property Management, I am passionate to further my knowledge and skills
        to provide the best service to my clients that I possibly can.

        Being born in Ipswich and living locally around the area, gives me a great familiarity to
        the region and the drive to give something back to community.
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Making the Decision
Choosing a Managing Agent is one of the most important decisions you will need to
make as an investment property owner. Property Management is a field that re-
quires specialised skills, dedication and experience. Our office has been consistently
providing quality Property Management services since 1964.

Be wary of agents offering low cost fees — in the long run it can often cost you
more when you start to pay for additional services. Agents who are offering
discounted management fees often need to over commit their Property Managers
with excessive properties within their portfolio to cover costs. Subsequently they may
be unable to provide a quality service and may also lead to a high turnover in staff.

“ It is unwise to pay too much, but it is worse to pay too little. When you pay too
much, you lose a little money—and that is all.

When you pay too little, you sometimes lose everything because the thing you
bought was incapable of doing the things it was bought to do. The common law of
business balance prohibits paying a little and getting a lot—it cannot be done.

If you deal with the lowest bidder, it is well to add something for the risk you run, and
if you do that, you will have enough to pay for something better.” John Ruskin (1819 - 1900)
                                                              British Author, Artist, Essayist and Critic

 Presentation of your Investment
The presentation of your investment property should be a top priority. By maintaining
your property to a high standard at all times, will not only make your property easier
to let, but will attract a higher/premium rent and quality of tenant. It also encour-
ages tenants to treat the property and the contents with greater respect.

1.   If you are renting a property for the first time, have the property and carpets
     professional cleaned. It will make the property look fresh and attractive and
     set a benchmark for subsequent tenants.

2.   Paintwork, floor coverings and fittings. Be aware that your rental property may
     wear more quickly than the average family home.

3.   Stay on top of maintenance and repair needs. Attending to repairs and
     maintenance when requested will keep your tenants happy and prevent fur-
     ther costs and associated issues in the future.
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Property Management Services

Advertising
Our high quality marketing campaign is maximum impact and exposure proven to
find quality tenants in the shortest possible timeframe. First Nation Action Realty Ips-
wich marketing campaign consists of:

        Recommendations on preparing your home for rent
        Arranging high end, concise property description and advertising features
        Quality market reviews
        Professional style photography
        Exposure on all major websites, 11 in total!
        30 day highlight advertisement on realestate.com.au
        Featured in weekly rental list
        Colour display book
        Interactive TV window display
        ‘For Rent’ signboard at property. There is two options.
        SMS and email first priority alert system
        Flyers, brochures and newspaper promotions are optional
        Cross reference to suitable tenants on our tenant database
HIGHLIGHT FEATURE LISTING

The internet provides a convenient way for local and interstate prospective tenants
to find what they are looking for and today represents one of the most popular
methods of searching for a property. Your investment property is listed live on all
major websites:

www.realestate.com.au         www.reiq.com.au
www.actionrealty.com.au       www.property.com.au
www.firstnational.com.au      www.onthehoue.com.au
www.domain.com.au             www.homesales.com.au
www.homehound.com.au          www.realestateview.com.au
www.rent.com.au

This Highlight feature is a stand out 30 day advertisement on the number 1 search
engine, Realestate.com.au. Your investment property will be placed at the top of
page when searching for listings in a particular suburb. This can be an enormous ad-
vantage in having your property rent over competing homes.

FIRST PRIORITY

Our web based system will email or sms all prospective tenants looking for a proper-
ty matching their nominated criteria of available properties. This alert is issued be-
fore all other property alerts systems.
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Leasing & Application Tracker System
This is one of the most important aspects of property management. Our duty is to
make sure the best possible tenant is selected to occupy your investment home in the
shortest possible timeframe. Our Property Managers are equipped with the latest
technology and training and perform the following:

      Meet prospective at property
      Conduct open and private inspections 6 days a week
      Detailed enquiry feedback and reporting with any recommendations
      Quality market reviews
      Processing of tenancy applications
      Managing tenancy database interest

WE DO NOT HAND OUT KEYS FOR RENTAL PROPERTIES. APPOINTMENTS ARE MADE WITH
THE LEASING OR PROPERTY MANAGER.

ONLINE TENANT BOOKING SYSTEM

 Potential tenants can book viewings online from either our website:
    www.actionrealty.com.au and realestate.com.au. For tenants without internet
    access, we can book them through the office
   Tenants will receive email/sms notifications to confirm their viewings, and be able to
    amend them etc
   Tenants will be notified when tenanted properties become available to view
   29% of bookings are made through this system after office hours
   Since the introduction of this system in February 2013 our average vacancy rate has
    been dramatically reduced

APPLICATION TRACKER

 Lessors and potential tenants will be kept informed throughout the whole
  application process via a sms/email.
 This system will allow us to monitor every
 application in real time to ensure that the
  processing of applications happens as
  quickly as possible and communication with
  all parties continues to be a priority.

LESSOR REPORTS

Owners will receive reports weekly (at a
minimum) summarising the status of the
available property with information such
as enquiries, viewings (including
comments from prospective tenants)
and applications, just to name a few.

As you can see the report provides a
snapshot of how your property is
progressing through the letting process.
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Tenant Selection
We pride ourselves on choosing the best possible tenant for your property. To help
us do this effectively we follow the procedure below.

When we locate possible tenants for a property we invite them to fill out an applica-
tion for Residential Tenancy, by all occupants over the age of 18. We require the
following information to be provided:
     Photograph identification (Driver’s Licence, passport or 18+ Card)
     Other identification such as Medicare Card
     Contact details from previous landlords or agents to obtain references
     Proof of last residential address
     Supporting proof of current income

Once the above information is supplied:
    The application is entered into our Application Tracker Program which will
    immediately notify the Tenant that processing of their application has begun
    All applicants are then checked on the Tenancy Information Centre Australia
     Pty Ltd (TICA) Database which is a facility for agents to list tenants who have
     an outstanding debt. Any listings found will be investigated further as to their
     suitability as a tenant
    All previous landlords/agents and personal references are checked
    Income/employment is confirmed
    If the applicant owns/owned their own property we will confirm ownership and
     contact any sales agents or property managers they may have dealt with
    We then contact you to make the final decision as to whether you would like
     to accept this application
    The Tenant will be kept notified at all times throughout this process
    On approval of the application and prior to collection of keys, all monies
     (bond equivalent to 4 weeks rent plus their first 2 weeks rent) must be paid in
     clear funds

BARCLAYS MIS PROTECT & COLLECT

Sometimes no matter how diligent we are in managing your property, we have no
control over the 6 prime causes of tenancy problems: Ill health, loss of income,
breakdown of relationship, alcohol, gambling and drugs.
When we have to act in response to such a situation we are locked into a series of
legislative steps which, while procedural, have the effect at times of allowing the
debt to blow out. This is why we have formed an alliance with a specialist debt
collection company called Barclay MIS Protect & Collect, who have specialised in
residential tenancy control and recovery for some 25 years.
Tenant Services
    Our office issues ‘Tenant Appreciation
     Certificates’ together with a small gift
     to worthy recipients who have
     maintained the property to an
     extremely high standard, pay their rent
     on time and are considerate and
     respectful at all times.
    We survey our tenants periodically and
     also when they vacate as we value their feedback. This allows us to address
     any matters which may need
     attending to and to evaluate our systems and procedures if necessary.
    Potential tenants can register via our website to receive priority notifications
     of all new rental property listings.
    Our website contains many useful forms and information relevant to the
     tenants under the ‘Rent’ tab.

 Tenant Payment Options
We offer 3 different payment methods including:

   Direct debit: From their bank, building society or credit union via DEFT system
   Credit card: Via DEFT website
   Centrepay: Rent is deducted from Centrelink payments

 Income Management
At First National Action Realty Ipswich we action our rental arrears daily,
unfortunately even good tenants can fall on bad times. In these situations it is
necessary to issue the relevant Residential Tenancies Authority forms which include,
but are not limited to Notice to Remedy Breach and Notice To Leave. This process
has specific time periods and guidelines which we need to follow. During this time
we will keep you informed of any progress.

We offer monthly or bi monthly disbursements of your rental income into your desig-
nated bank account. These payments are made on the first working day of the
month and if bi-monthly, a second payment will be made on the first working day
after the 15th of the month (please allow for any delays due to Public Holidays and
weekends). A detailed statement will also be mailed/emailed to you showing all
income and expenditure along with copies of any invoices paid. At the end of each
financial year a statement will be issued to you outlining all income and expenditure
for your tax purposes.

A Property Investment Club Newsletter is also sent with your statement each month.
Please take the time to read this newsletter as it will keep you up to date with the
property investment sector, including important legislation changes, general
information and office news.
Property Inspections
Inspections are a priority and responsibility of investment management. They ensure
your investment is being well maintained to the highest possible standard.

First National Real Estate have utilised a state of the art app that allows our staff to
prepare all property inspection reporting whilst out at the property using an iPad.
This comprehensive reporting system includes detailed written descriptions and the
photo’s provide a clear depiction of how the property looks, including inside and
outside. Copies of all reports will be emailed/posted to Lessors.

Entry Condition Report

A detailed report with photographic evidence is prepared prior to the tenant moving
into your investment property. This thorough report covers the internal and external
features of your home.

Routine Property Inspections

Routine property inspections are performed once every 3 months (as per legislation).
Our property owners receive a comprehensive report with photo-
graphic evidence after each inspection. The
report details the properties overall condition along with any
recommended repairs and maintenance.

Should there be a problem or issue, the tenant/s will be asked to
rectify the problem or be served with the required Notice and
a follow up inspection arranged to ensure this has been done.

Exit Condition Report

Once the tenant has returned keys to our
office and vacated the
property a detailed exit
report is completed and
cross referenced to the
entry report. This ensures
the home is left in the same
condition as when the
tenants moved in given fair
wear and tear.

At Random Drive-by Inspections

Our Property Managers are always in the area. Drive by spot checks are important as they
can identify if the property exterior is being well maintained or not between routine
inspections. If not, immediate action will be taken to rectify.
Maintenance
When you decide to choose First National Action Realty
Ipswich we will obtain instructions on how you wish us to
deal with any maintenance issues that may arise. We
request an authorized spending limit. This allows us to
address any maintenance in a timely manner which
reduces the potential for the problem to escalate,
avoids unnecessary delays and helps keep your tenants
happy. Remember a happy tenant usually stays longer,
pays rent on time and cares for your property. In an emergency we will need to act
in the best interest of you, your property and your tenant.

We have invested in a ground-breaking new software system, Maintenance Manag-
er. This system will significantly assist us to manage maintenance and the associated
risks more effectively than ever. Maintenance Manager will ensure that the trades
are providing the service levels and pricing that we would expect and more im-
portantly provide you with the industry’s leading information and status updates. Fun-
damentally, it will provide you with the best, cutting edge service levels.

Maintenance Manager will enhance the communication between us, it will ensure
that you are kept fully aware of the status of every maintenance items on your prop-
erty. It will redefine the way we present key information to you, specifically regarding
new maintenance requests and quotation comparisons. Our emails will contain a
‘Click Here’ button that connects you to our secure Internet approval screen with a
description of work to be done, photos and cost estimates or quotes. From this screen
you can make your choice and we will act on your instructions. You can be assured it
is simple, secure and speedy.

Please note that this will in no way restrict or inhibit your access to your Property Man-
ager, it will just make the communication process more succinct. In fact, the system
will enable them to be able to be more focused on your property. In addition,
Maintenance Manager also includes a unique safety hazard inspection service that
we plan to offer to all Landlords, a critical step forward in identifying and managing
any potential exposures on your property.

In the event that you have your own trades people that you prefer to use, we will re-
quire them to supply proof of insurance and complete a Contractor Appointment
Form with our office. (We are happy to supply them with one). These measures are
for your protection as well as your tenant.

We recommend that a yearly Building & Pest Inspection (currently under review with
the RTA and may become a legal requirement in the near future) be carried out to
help identify any potential concerns and liability risks at the property.
Smoke Alarm Obligations
We would like to draw your attention to the fact that as
a Lessor you have legal obligations regarding maint-
nance of smoke alarms in residential rental properties.
The law prohibits Lessors from passing on these
obligations to your tenant.

Most of our Lessors prefer to use a specialised smoke
alarm maintenance company which we are happy to arrange on your behalf.

 Water Usage
As per the RTA, Lessors are able to pass on the full water consumption costs to ten-
ants provided ALL the minimum criteria have been met:
    The rental premises are individually metered (or water is delivered by vehicle),
    The rental premises are water efficient (Water Efficiency Certificate MUST be
     supplied) and;
    The tenancy agreement states the tenant must pay for water consumption

Items that a tenant can be charged
A breakdown of water charges as shown below:

State Bulk Water Charge Yes, tenant can be charged*
Water Usage Charges         Yes, tenant can be charged*
Sewerage Usage Charge No, tenant cannot be charged. Sewerage is not a ser-
(may appear on the bill vice charge as defined by the Act and cannot be
as fixed or variable)   passed onto the tenant
Fixed Access Charges        No, tenant cannot be charged
(including Water Access     The lessor must pay all fixed charges for water supply
Charge and
Sewerage Access
Charge)

We are able to pass on water charges with evidence from your Urban Utilities Invoice
along with meter readings taken between tenancies. Please forward your Urban
Utility Invoice to us as soon as possible after receiving it. We are legally required to
give the tenant one month to pay for the water, once we have invoiced them.
Landlord Insurance
We cannot stress enough the value of taking out Landlord Insurance. Even the best
tenant can sometimes fall into arrears for a number of reasons beyond their control.
Your investment property is a valuable asset and as such it is wise to consider that the
annual cost of insurance is a small percentage to pay in the situation of rent loss and/
or damage to your property.

There are many different companies offering Landlord Protection. When choosing an
insurer please be sure to read the product disclosure statement thoroughly as some
products contain conditions that may negate any future claims.

We will be happy to supply some brochures for different Insurance Companies, Please
contact your chosen provider for more information and provide our office with a
Certificate of Currency once it has been arranged.

Priority Alerts
After identifying a need in the market place to better accommodate the needs of
not only buyers but also sellers and renters, First Priority was created by First National
Real Estate. ’First Priority’ is a system that will email or sms notifications of new listings to
subscribers with matching search criteria.

‘First Priority’ is a powerful tool that we use to proactively seek relevant tenants for
your property. Tenants can register via the website or within our office to receive
notifications as soon as your property is listed for rent. Most times they receive this alert
before the listing has reached some websites.

As part of our service to our Lessors, you will receive alerts to get a head start on the
property market when our office receives a new property for sale. The benefit to you
is that you can find out what is listed straight away and this provides you the ideal
opportunity to expand your property portfolio.

When you start to receive the property notifications, you can un-subscribe at any
time from the system by clicking on the relevant un-subscribe link.

For Lessors wanting to sell their property, this is a wonderful marketing tool to promote
the property to other Lessors as well as normal buyers.
Management Fees

                                    MANAGEMENT FEES

                         Management Fee        8.5% + GST

                 Monthly Administration Fee    $5 + GST

                                       LEASING FEES

                        Letting Commission     1 weeks rent + GST

                            Advertising Fee    At Cost (currently $67 Including GST)

            CIRCUMSTANTIAL FEES, only payable if/when the event occurs

                    Mediation/Tribunal Fee     Cost of Lodgement + $50 per hearing

                           Insurance Claim     $100 per claim

                                Title Search   At Cost (currently $23, once off fee)

If comparing real estate agencies, you may like to ask the following questions;

How often do they conduct a routine inspection?

Do they charge for the following?

1.   Lease negotiation/Renewal fee
2.   End of financial year statement fee
3.   Water meter reading fee
4.   Termination fee
5.   Periodic inspection fee
6.   Maintenance/Repair fee

Do they have?

1.   A dedicated Leasing Officer and Routine inspections Manager
2.   An out of hours online booking system for viewings
3.   A dedicated application tracker system
4.   Their office open 6 days a week for rent payments, viewings and enquiries

What is their?

1.   Vacancy rate percentage
2.   Arrears percentage

                 Remember, all management fees are tax deductible!
Selling A Rental
If you decide to sell your rental property we have a dedicated Sales Team that can guide you through
the process and ensure that the tenants are respected and will ensure the tenant has quiet enjoyment of
the property during the process.

If you decide to sell your rental property and the property is advertised for sale or the property manager/
owner enters to show the property to a prospective buyer during the first 2 months of an agreement
(including a new agreement), and the tenant was not given written notice of the proposed sale before
entering into the agreement, the tenant can end the agreement by giving a Notice of intention to
leave (Form 13) with 2 weeks' notice.

The tenant must give the property manager/owner the notice within 2 months and 2 weeks of the start of
the tenancy.

It is a requirement to seek to tenants written consent prior to an open house or on site auction being con-
ducted on a tenanted property. Written consent must also be obtained for the use of any photos, for
marketing purposes that may include any tenant possessions.

Once the property has sold, The property owner cannot make the tenant leave because they decide to
sell the property. The tenant can stay until the end of the term, and the purchaser will take over the ten-
ancy.

The property manager/owner and tenant may agree (in writing) to end the agreement early (this may
include compensation for the tenant).
Here’s what our owners have to say
                                                  First National Real Estate Action Realty Ips-
I have never offered a testimonial before,        wich located at 93 Brisbane Street, Ipswich
so this is obviously something I feel strongly    has managed my property in Raceview for
about. We have four properties in the Ips-           several years. I have found them to be
 wich area and am exceedingly pleased               courteous and friendly and proactive in
  with the performance of Action Realty           their dealings with me in the management
   Ipswich in their management of these                          of my property.
                  properties.
                                                    Their service and response to inquiries has
They have proved diligent in their vetting                   been prompt and timely.
of tenants and prompt, efficient and real-        Inspections are at regular intervals and they
  istic in dealing with repairs and human            keep me abreast of any repairs or issues
problems (it is after all a people business).               that need to be addressed.
 They are proactive, helpful, friendly and         The overall management of the property is
  professional, offering a comprehensive           quite good and I am satisfied with their at-
 and much valued service. A good man-              tention to detail and level of communica-
 aging agent is as much an asset as the                          tion that I receive.
property itself. In Action Realty Ipswich we                         P. Coleman
   feel we have an excellent managing
                    agent.
                   S. Murray                      We have been clients of Action Realty Ips-
                                                 wich for 2 years. During that time they have
As an owner of residential investment prop-      managed our rental professionally and con-
erties, I have always valued good manag-         scientiously finding very good tenants which
  ing agents. To balance the needs and                   are still living in the property.
wants of the tenants, owner and even the
house itself. Maryanne does this with diplo-      I would recommend their company highly.
           macy and with quiet skill.                          M. Shapland
                 K. Thomson
                                                   A friend recommended Action Realty, so
  I would like to thank you for the time you       we put the letting of the property in their
have spent doing the comprehensive entry          hands, and it is still there over 20 years later.
 condition report for the new tenants at the
                  property at…..                   On the whole, the service has been excel-
 In the five years that Ange and I have had         lent – of course in any organization there
    the property let through all our various      are bound to be a few hiccups from time to
agents we have not had a report compiled            time – but in our dealings with the staff at
                   as well as this!                Action Realty there have been very few of
Please pass this email onto your Manager as        these in all that time, so we are pleased to
     this is the standard that should be a          recommend Action Realty for all the best
           benchmark in the industry!             things about them. Keep up the good work!
                      A. Gates                                      Y & D James

I would like to express my appreciation to Sharon and your staff for the assistance we have
                   received in relation to the relocation of my sister Susan.

  This year has been a difficult one for our family having suffered the loss of two immediate
 family members and now dealing with the Susan's illness. The move back to Ipswich for Su-
san was urgent and the kindness and courtesy we have been shown is so very much appre-
  ciated. Even dealing with the limitations Susan has was no problem for Sharon or anyone
        else in your office and Susan has been treated with sincere respect at all times.

       Thank you to all and in particular Sharon we will not forget the kindness shown.

                                   In appreciation, K. Sanders
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