Your checklist for maximising rental property returns

There are numerous managerial balls to juggle when running a rental property – from deciding how much rent to charge to organising maintenance and finding good tenants.

Along with gaining key insights into property management strategies from the President of the Real Estate Institute of Australia, Neville Sanders, and Head of Policy at CPA Australia, Paul Drum, Domain has undertaken in-depth research to find out what’s important to the 30 per cent plus renters in Australia’s population when looking for a rental property.

Delve into Domain’s A Guide to Maximising Rental Property Returns to get more out of your investment.

• Compare your rental property to others on the market. Have you reviewed your expected return on investment, level of capitalisation and rental rates?
• Know what prospective tenants want. We give you the inside word on what tenants are really looking for.
• Make the most of allowable tax deductions and know your capital gains tax implications. Don’t miss out on the tax deductions you are entitled to.
• Avoid common rental property pitfalls. Know your rights and get the help you need.
• Cut your rental property running costs. Be a savvy landlord – keep your vacancy rates to a minimum and spend your money well.