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How to add value to your investment property
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Invest in your investment property
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Property investment still makes sense in WA
Perth investors well poised to ride out slowdown in rental market
Three tips to help you rent out your investment property
Property managers are vital to a successful investment
Ten Perth suburbs to consider investing in
Eight tips to help increase your rental property yield
Six tips for investing in the WA property market
The pros and cons of rentvesting
Is owning a holiday home a sound investment?
Investor responsibilities when it comes to mould
The WA PropTech startups to watch out for in 2022
REIWA Home Open Manager makes finding a tenant for your rental easier
Tenants very active in Perth rental market as leasing levels rise
Negative gearing plays an important role in our community
Seven common mistakes investors make
The five regional centres generating the highest rental yields for WA investors
Effective property management the key to a successful tenancy
Why negotiation is important when investing in property
Location is important when investing in real estate
Landlords and bushfires in WA
Tax time: What property investors need to know
What are the recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act
Perth rental market improving, but landlords still need to be competitive
Rental hotspots for investors: The 10 best suburbs to buy investment houses
Rental hotspots for investors: The 10 best suburbs to buy investment units
What do you do with abandoned goods left behind at your rental
Broaden your investment options
Navigating through the RTA changes as a landlord
Don't let your investment property deteriorate
Approach property investment with a business mentality
Investing in holiday homes in WA
Investment opportunities in regional WA property markets
Working through EOFY as a property investor
Options for property investors struggling since the emergency tenancy laws extension
Six WA regional investment properties for sale on reiwa.com
The benefits of hiring a property manager
Thorough research makes property investment less daunting
Understanding property market language
The 10 suburbs to consider investing in once the moratorium ends
How to prepare your property for rent
Boosting rental returns the key for investors
Property management platforms risk investor security
How to select a property manager for your investment property
How to make your investment property stand out to tenants
Five features tenants want in a rental
Don't tinker with negative gearing
Why a property manager is a good idea
Research is the key to investing in Perth property
Renting out your strata property
The 10 most viewed rental suburbs in winter on reiwa.com
PropTech: What is it and how it’s making waves in real estate
Four tips for moving house like a pro
Electronic conveyancing – faster and more secure land transfer registration
Five tips to help you find your ideal property this summer
Five common first home buyer mistakes to avoid
Get ahead of the pack with itrack – COMING SOON
Good opportunity for buyers near Perth’s inner city
Why you should consider buying an older property
House or unit, which is the better real estate investment
What is the difference between positive and negative gearing
How do you terminate a rental lease agreement
What expenses can you claim on your rental property
What safety responsibilities do you have as a landlord
Should you allow pets in your rental property
Where are Perth's highest growth suburbs
Understanding landlord's insurance during the coronavirus pandemic
Have you considered using a buyer’s agent
Home ownership still achievable for West Australians
How digital technology has changed how we search for property
How to approach an auction in Western Australia
How to save a deposit for your first home in Perth
What are the minimum security requirements for your rental
Is a holiday house a good investment
Move in today, pay for it tomorrow with Preposit
How to start saving as a couple
Impending strata title reform a necessity in WA
Interior styling tips from an industry expert
Make sure your first offer on a property is a good one
Make the most of an empty home before moving in
Why you should have a building inspection before buying a property
Ten unique properties currently for sale on reiwa.com
Why are millennials staying at home longer
Where to begin buying your first home
The WA tourist towns which are more affordable to buy than five years ago
When is it time to own your own home
The benefits of living in a tiny house
The cheapest waterside suburbs to buy an apartment
What’s the role of a buyer’s agent and how can they help you find your dream home
What should you consider when buying an apartment
What is the purpose of pre-purchase building inspections
Here are 10 homes for sale on reiwa.com that are perfect for self-isolating
How the real estate industry has adapted to COVID-19
Breaking down the basics of stamp duty
Five spectacular houses for sale on reiwa.com that are close to a vineyard
Five houses for sale on reiwa.com with cool pools
How to move house during COVID-19
What is the Offer and Acceptance Contract
What is a stigmatised home
What is a ‘subject to sale’ offer
What condition should the property be in at settlement
What are the different 'title' options in Western Australia
WA first home buyers in prime position to enter the property market
Understanding the selling agent’s role in your transaction
The top features buyers want since COVID-19
Check out these properties for sale on reiwa.com with breathtaking bathrooms
Eight of the most luxurious properties sold in 2021
The Perth suburbs with the best café strips
Five properties for sale with outdoor hot tubs perfect for this winter
Ten houses for sale on reiwa.com close to a top performing school
The difference between a buyer and seller’s agent
Why stamp duty should be a priority in the WA Election
WA market still presents good opportunity for buyers
Strata fees explained
Four cheaper ways to get into your first home
Tips for buying your first home
Seven things to look for when choosing a strata manager
Three costs to consider before buying a block of land to build on
How to get a better understanding of your local property market
Tips for searching for a real estate agent
The top buyer questions asked of the REIWA Information Service
The best suburbs for retirees
What does it mean when a property listing asks for 'offers’ or ‘expressions of interest’
Three benefits of buying at auction
Six tips for how to prepare and bid at auction
Five tips for buying in a seller’s market
Five ways a buyer’s agent will help you
Five cheaper ways to get into the property market
Five coastal regional towns under $500k
Get to know your five kilometre radius when looking to buy
The hidden benefits of a buyer’s agent
How a buyer’s agent can help you buy a commercial property
How to beat the competition in a heated sales market
How to research a suburb and find one that suits you
10 things to consider when buying a rural property
How a buyer’s agent can help you get ahead in the WA property market
The costs of a buyer’s agent explained
What are the costs of buying a home in Western Australia
Understanding the nuances of buying a strata titled property
Understanding the agent's role in your buying process
Understanding covenants and easements
Tougher home lending conditions in WA would be irresponsible
Top suburbs for first-home buyers within 10km of the CBD
Tips for styling your home in 2016
Three things to look for in a mortgage broker
Housing affordability an issue in WA, despite favourable buying conditions
Buying remotely: Let the professionals be your eyes
Buying a house in your 20s - can you afford it
Seven reasons why you need a buyer's agent
How important are median prices in determining property values
How much should you borrow when buying your home
Think with your head, not your heart when buying property
The WA First Home Owner Grant needs fixing
The Perth playgrounds your kids need to visit
The importance of home and contents insurance
The different stages of buying a house
The benefits of a buyers agent
Tax reform required in WA to help home buyers and owners
Strategic buying in a seller's market
State Budget should encourage activity in WA property market
Is now the right time to buy a property
Is solar power right for my home
What can you get for Perth's median sale price
Should you buy or rent a house in Perth
Should you buy a home on a main road
Should you build a home or buy established
Property tax reform overdue in Western Australia
Property inspections are essential
Perth’s top selling suburbs in 2017
Perth's most luxurious properties sold during the 2018-19 financial year
What should you look for in a strata manager
How to get the most out of your granny flat
Three things to consider before renovating your bathroom
How home improvements can help your property stand out when selling
Subdividing – know the facts!
How home upgrades can add value to your property
Five ways to prepare your home for summer
Urban infill changing the property landscape for WA buyers and investors
Five sustainable ways to keep your home warm in winter
Four questions to ask yourself before renovating
How to tackle a home renovation
Choosing your block of land
Enhance your land value with smart building decisions
Good fences make good neighbours
Small blocks are forcing home owners to think outside the box
A buyer’s agent can help you renovate
Six common mistakes when renovating your home
Renovations should add value to your house
A good marketing campaign is priceless
Avoid agent referral websites when searching for an agent
Forward planning takes the stress out of moving house
Five tips for how to stage a home on a budget
Avoid going it alone when selling your property
First appearances count in real estate
Four ways to help promote your property for sale
Four ways to promote your property for sale
How to choose a real estate agent to sell your home
How to find the best real estate agent in your suburb
Interior design trends that will help your home stand out in 2019
Obtain a market appraisal before selling
Owning a pool in WA comes with responsibility for sellers
Preparation is key when selling
Selling your property through winter
The cost of privately selling your home
The autumn selling season has begun
The risks of privately selling your property
The true cost of agent referral websites
Three reasons to sell your home
Tips for removing clutter before moving home
Tips for selling your home fast
Understanding the role of your real estate agent
There are many benefits to using a registered REIWA agent
What to do when you decide to sell
Why home opens are important when selling property
10 things that could be turning buyers off your home
Perth sellers need to meet the market when pricing their home
How to maximise your selling price
Understanding median prices when looking to sell
Seven tips for marketing your home open
The benefits of using Instagram to buy and sell
Why you should be following these WA real estate agents on Instagram
Perth still a buyer’s market
Perth home buyers should act now
Perth buyers should make the most of being spoilt for choice
Owning a pool comes with responsibility in WA
Multiple offers and the 48 hour clause
Buying an off-the-plan property with confidence
Affordability and confidence driving demand in Perth’s new home market
Avoid costly errors in the contract process
Benefits of living in a masterplanned community
Buyers experiencing improved affordability in some of Perth’s million dollar suburbs
Check that everything works before buying a home
Dealing with an unauthorised structure on a property
Dealing with registered REIWA agents has benefits
Debunking the myths surrounding strata reform
Don't forget about the $2,000 Home Buyers Assistance Account
Don't relax too soon after making an offer on a home
North vs south - which area is best
New year, new home
Are you aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide in the home
Buying off the plan: what you need to know
Can the seller remove fixtures from your new home
Consider location, style and size when buying a home
Do you need a building inspection before you buy
Don’t hesitate to make an offer on a property you’re genuinely interested in
Educate yourself about the property before buying
Favourable buying conditions to prevail in 2019
First Home Owner Grant discriminates against buyers of established properties
Four beautiful country-style towns to live in all under 50km from Perth
What are your rights as a first home buyer
Painting 101: how to select the right paint colour for your home
Painting 101: how to prep your space for a fresh coat of paint
Building a new home - why not consider adding solar PV
Should you build a single or double storey home
Buying land to build How a REIWA buyer’s agent can help
Will a garden add re-sale value to your home
Will a swimming pool increase property value
Should you renovate or relocate
Are home opens effective
Choosing the right sale price is key to selling in a buyer's market
Have you considered selling your property by auction
How do you move forward if your house won’t sell
How long should it take to sell a property
Furnished or unfurnished What’s best for selling your property
Is a pool sink or swim
Live in the now, but prepare for the future with property
How to choose a real estate agent that's right for you
What are the different selling methods in Western Australia
Should you sell at auction
What are the downsizing options in Perth real estate
Why ‘subject to sale’ offers are worth considering
What should I do to avoid a slow sale
When's the best season to sell
The top building design trends to watch out for in 2022
Selling your home over the festive season
10 tips for moving house
What do we mean by 'median price' in relation to property
Six ways to add value to your home
Seven features buyers look for when purchasing a home
Why you should consider selling your property at auction
How to prepare for auction
How to get the best out of your property when selling
Three tips for choosing a REIWA agent to sell your rural property
Four tips for preparing your house for sale this spring selling season
Eight material facts you should disclose when selling your house
Tips for selling your property
How to give your home a facelift on a budget
Eight mistakes to avoid when renovating
Choosing the right builder for you
How to make your home environmentally friendly
Upsizing your design when you downsize
Ten things to ask yourself before installing a pool
Ten tips for renovating your bathroom
Ten DIY home renovation ideas to do when you’re self-isolating
Five tips for renovating your kitchen
Five simple home improvements
WA still the most affordable state to rent in
The five habits of people with clean homes
How to ace a rent inspection
Eight of the most common tenant questions answered
How to stand out in a tight rental market
Ten tips for turning your rental into a home
Four things to tell your property manager
Finding rental accommodation with pets is possible
Four interior design trends forecast for 2018
The perks of living in the city and what to consider before you move
Getting your bond money back
Five tips for choosing the right housemate
Where to start when looking for a rental
Ending a rental tenancy
Four space saving tips for small homes
Five tips for how to work with a small garden
How to safeguard your bond
Renting and bushfires
Four interior design trends set to feature in 2017
What do the RTA changes for family violence mean for tenants
Five ways to secure your home while you’re on holiday
Save time finding a rental with REIWA Home Open Manager
Can you break a rental lease
Paper residential tenancy forms a thing of the past
Safety and security in rental homes
What you need to know about home opens
Three budgeting tips for first time renters
Who is responsible for damage in a tenancy
Five tips to make a small room feel bigger
Tenant responsibilities when it comes to mould
Rental application tips from an expert
Six ways to make your rental application stand out
10 tips for transforming your rental courtyard this summer
Storm damage on rentals and homes for sale
What costs can you expect as a renter
Three reasons why you should use real estate portals and agencies when looking for a rental
Five tips for how to get your security bond back at the end of a lease
Five ways to add a personal touch to your rental
Understanding your responsibilities as a tenant
Top 10 tenant questions asked to the REIWA Information Service
How to apply for a rental
Starting a rental tenancy
Four tips for standing out in a tight rental market
Perth's five most popular suburbs for young adults
The Perth suburbs with the biggest rise and fall in rents
Top questions asked by tenants during the COVID-19 outbreak
Navigating through rental tenancies during coronavirus
How prepared is your property for bushfires
Tips for making your rental application stand out
It's 2021 and pet resumes are in
The building design trends to look out for in 2020
Buying established or building from scratch
2020 bathroom design trends from an expert
Ten questions to ask yourself before you start building
The building design trends to expect in 2021
Seven ways to build an environmentally friendly home
Should you buy a fixer upper
How to child proof your rental
What you need to know if you’re buying or selling a strata titled property
Does selling in winter impact your chances of a decent sale
What is the role of your agent when selling
‘Tis the season for home improvements
Five ways to make a small courtyard stand out
Renovating vs building: the pros and cons
What features determine the market value of a West Australian home
Storm damage on homes under offer - where do you stand
Are home opens still important in a fast-paced market
What are your rights and responsibilities as a tenant
What is a PCR and how does it work
How do I renew or end a tenancy agreement
REIWA’s Information Service answers your rental questions
10 pet-friendly rentals on reiwa.com under $500 per week
REIWA Accreditation Program
Purchase Landgate documents
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