Why the Best Tenants Choose Professionally Managed Properties – And Why That Directly Impacts Your Bottom Line
Here’s the truth most investors never get told: good tenants choose the best-managed properties, not the cheapest ones. And if your property manager isn’t operating at that level, you are leaving money and stability on the table. Across Brisbane’s inner north, the strongest applicants (the ones who pay on time, stay longer, keep homes immaculate, and don’t…
The Truth About Pricing: Why Honesty Delivers Better Results
It’s a situation many sellers find themselves in. You sit down with an agent to discuss putting your home on the market. The conversation feels positive, energising even. Then comes the moment every homeowner wants to hear: “We can get you more than you expected.” Tempting? Absolutely. But this is often where the first of…
The 48-Hour Fix: How Quick Maintenance Wins You Long-Term Tenants
When it comes to retaining quality tenants, speed matters. Here’s what our data shows about how fast maintenance responses protect your income, reduce vacancy, and build lasting tenant relationships. In property management, maintenance isn’t just about repairs, it’s about relationships. Over the past year, our team at Clark Real Estate has managed thousands of maintenance…
Will AI Ever Replace Real Estate Agents?
It’s a question we at Clark Real Estate are hearing more and more often — and to be fair, it’s not without reason. When you look at how artificial intelligence has reshaped industries like transport, music, banking, and even healthcare, it’s natural to wonder if real estate will be next. But while AI has made…
The Psychology of the Perfect Tenant: What 1,000 Applications Have Taught Us
Over the past 12 months, our team at Clark Real Estate has reviewed more than 1,000 tenancy applications across Brisbane’s inner north, from Clayfield to Lutwyche, Windsor to Albion and leased 137 properties so far this year alone. That volume gives us a rare advantage: insight into what separates a good tenant from a great…
Beyond the Numbers: Getting the True Value of Your Home
We live in an age where information is just a click away. Need the best hotel in Singapore? The top-rated pizza joint nearby? The internet has you covered, and property prices are no exception. With a few keystrokes, you can now get an instant online estimate for almost any home. It’s fast, convenient, and tempting…
The “Better the Devil You Know” Trap That’s Costing Brisbane Landlords Thousands
There’s an old saying: “Better the devil you know than the devil you don’t.” In property management, it’s also one of the costliest mistakes landlords make. Many investors stick with agencies that consistently underperform hoping things will improve, while the same frustrations keep draining their time, money, and peace of mind. In our core suburbs of Lutwyche,…
Selling Off-Market – The Pros and Cons
In today’s market, we’re seeing more and more property owners consider selling off-market. Put simply, this means a sale without the traditional marketing campaign. No online advertising, no open homes, no big launch. Instead, the property is matched quietly with a buyer, often through an agent’s database or direct approaches from buyers’ agents. On the…
Negotiation Is Not Mediation: Why Your Property Manager Needs to Be a Skilled Negotiator
When it comes to managing your investment property, the difference between a mediocre outcome and a premium return often comes down to one key skill: negotiation. Too many landlords settle for a property manager who acts more like a messenger than a strategist. But if your agent is simply relaying tenant requests or passing on rental offers without challenge, you’re likely…
When Money Feels Worth Less, Property Becomes Priceless
There’s a saying in real estate: “Price is what you pay, value is what you get.” Lately, we’ve seen prices climbing across the board—shares, crypto, precious metals, and of course, property. But this surge isn’t being fuelled by a booming economy. Instead, it’s driven by a quiet but growing concern: that the value of cash…