Just a reminder – we can organise Smoke Alarms Australia to do an annual service on your smoke alarms. This service is at a low fee of $79 for 1 property or $69 each for 2 or more properties. Included in this service is an annual service of the smoke alarm, any maintenance which may be needed during the 12 months and also a service …
Continue readingThe cold weather may have put off a few racegoers at last Friday’s Gold Cup but there was still a strong crowd of about 8,500. Fitzpatricks Real Estate once again hosted a hospitality marquee as a way of saying thank you to our loyal and long standing clients, with many attending throughout the day. Our photographer has uploaded a gallery of photos from the day …
Continue readingThe Australian Tax Office (ATO) will look closely if it knocks on your rental property door. Knowing what can and cannot be deducted, as a legitimate tax expense can be a minefield when it comes to investment property. Due to the complexity of the Tax Act, there are often amounts spent on a property that, if not treated correctly, could cause audit problems. These include:
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When leasing out your property, please ensure that you disclose any necessary information that may affect your tenants. Please familiarise yourself with these questions asked in a managing agency agreement. Has the property been subject to flooding or bushfire in the proceeding five years?
Continue readingHave you recently moved house? Changed mobiles or email address? If so don’t forget to give us a call and update your details. It is important that we have accurate contact details for tenants and landlords in order for you to be contacted in case of any emergency that may occur. Landlords, why not also register your accountants’ email
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