10 Jul, 2023 | Buying, Community, Latest, Renting, Selling
Mould growth in homes can lead to various health issues and structural damage. One of the common causes of mould infestation is poor ventilation. Insufficient airflow allows moisture to accumulate, creating an ideal environment for mould to thrive. Fortunately, there...
20 Jul, 2022 | Renting
Useful for rental providers and renters. To assist when cleaning it may be helpful to refer to a general definition of ‘clean’. ‘Clean’ is any area or item that cannot be enhanced with a cleaning product. GENERAL Vacuum and clean all sliding doors and window...
20 Jul, 2022 | Community, Latest, Renting
Written by Luke McQualter, Business Development Manager There is an abundance of factors that can contribute to the outcome of finding the perfect renter. A property that is not only presented well, but exceeds the minimum rental standards, can increase the chances of...
4 Jul, 2022 | Community, Latest, Renting
Written by Sophie Mansbridge, Leasing Manager Applying for rentals can be confusing with so many platforms available to submit your application. At Wilsons, we only use Realestate.com for online rental applications (click here to download a hard copy application form...
29 Oct, 2020 | Latest, Renting
HOW EASY IS IT TO CHANGE PROPERTY MANAGERS? Article by The Property Management Team at Wilsons Do you own an investment property? Does your current property manager really manage it as if it is their own? Or do you think that maybe, if only it were easy to change...
18 Aug, 2020 | Renting
Article written by Anissa Smart- administration assistant and new tenant! Looking to rent for the first time or interested in an updated method of applying for properties? This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to apply for a rental property via...
14 May, 2020 | Buying, Community, Renting, Selling
Article by Lucas Wilson. As we move further along the timeline of the crisis that is the coronavirus pandemic, and seemingly stepping gradually towards the light at the end of the tunnel, I couldn’t be more proud of our team here at Wilsons. Our staff,...
24 Jan, 2020 | Renting
Grow your own vegetables or plants Do you rent but love gardening and watching plants grow from seed? Then it would be practical to invest in a portable garden. So, if you have to vacate the premises you can take your lovely garden with you. There are many ideas and...
8 Nov, 2019 | Buying, Community, Renting
Are you a current or prospective tenant or property investor? Would you like to know more about renting, leasing, property investment and/or anything related to property management in Warrnambool and/or our surrounding district? We’d like to introduce you to...
23 Jun, 2019 | Community, Renting, Selling
If you’re thinking of selling, OR have a property to lease, you can help us help our community! Portable x-ray machines (also known as image intensifiers) are used by orthopaedic and reconstruction surgeons to ensure good placement of plates and screws when...
14 Sep, 2018 | Buying, Community, Renting
VICTORIAN tenants will officially be able to make minor modifications to their rental homes and own pets without landlord consent after new laws passed parliament last week. The reforms — which also include the introduction of “basic standards” and limit rent rises to...
23 Feb, 2018 | Buying, Renting, Selling
With 8 years of very little price growth, yet a very steady economy and economic outlook with more than one string to its bow – ie retail, farming, tourism, and a range of industry, Warrnambool and District looks set to be a great place to invest, both for sound...
5 Sep, 2017 | Buying, Renting, Selling
Peter O’Malley sits down with Paul Denny of Paul Denny Conveyancing who shares 39 years of experience and advice for people buying and selling property. This extremely insightful interview also highlights how the relationship between a vendor’s real...
22 Sep, 2016 | Buying, Renting
Eager to enter the property market but can’t afford to buy where you want to live? It might be time to consider rentvesting. With headlines in the media often touting rising living costs and housing unaffordability, it is no surprise that many young people feel like...
11 Aug, 2016 | Buying, Community, Renting, Selling
In 1976 real estate agency Mark Wilson and Associates began trading in Warrnambool. The business strategy of putting the customer’s best interests ahead of their own has assisted in the longevity and success of this family owned and operated real estate agency. 40+...
11 Aug, 2016 | Buying, Renting
5 MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN INVESTING IN PROPERTY: 1. Not doing your research. When purchasing an investment property, it’s important to do your research about the location, local amenities, rental yields, vacancy rates and the property itself. While it may not...
16 Jun, 2016 | Renting
When trying to attract a super tenant make sure that you use good bait. Generally we have noticed that the tenants you attract are as good as the property you’re offering. Nice people want to live in nice properties, not dumps. Experience also shows us that owners...
2 Jun, 2016 | Renting
Why budget property management costs landlords. A common mistake that many property investors make is assuming that all property management is the same. This assumption can often lead to landlords choosing the cheapest service on the market, as they feel there is...