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Updates to Inspection Manager – July Release

September 12, 2024
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Updates to Inspection Manager – August Release

Introducing Our New App Features!
September 12, 2024
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Check Out Our Latest Updates For January

This release sees new updates that will help you with even Faster Report Editing via the CMS, with the new Area Level Thumbs Up for marking conditions and an improved reporting functionality to Load Reports Faster. Let us know what you think of these new features!
September 12, 2024
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Check Out Our Latest Updates For March

September 12, 2024
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Edit Layout via Report Editing

September 12, 2024
2 minutes

Follow-ups for Tenant Assisted Inspections

September 16, 2024
3 minutes

How To Edit Inspection Report in CMS

September 16, 2024
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5 Ways Technology Can Help You Streamline Invoice Processing

September 11, 2024
5 min

What Insurance Do Tradesmen Need?

It’s important that you check a tradesperson has the proper insurance before hiring them, so you’re not at risk of paying for damages, or costs.
September 3, 2024
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How Tradespeople Can Win Work And Grow A Business Using Bricks+Agent

Managing tasks have just gotten a lot easier for tradespeople. By using Bricks+Agent, leading property maintenance software, tradespeople in all fields can manage and grow their business significantly.
September 3, 2024
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Inspection for Your Rental Property

It's highly important to regularly check your property. You can do it yourself or ask your property manager to do it for you.
September 3, 2024
5 min

How To Use Technology To Create a Better Rental Experiences

Property managers need to find more ways to attract new tenants. Research indicates tenants now expect technology as part of their renting experience.
September 3, 2024
5 min

How To Use Data To Make Your Property Management Business More Successful

The success and failure of a property management business today may depend entirely on the data. Here are five different ways how property managers can harness the power of data and its benefits:
September 3, 2024
5 min

How To Request a Repair To Your Rental Using Bricks + Agent

Requesting repairs for a home can be tricky especially in case of a dispute between the owner and a tenant. Bricks+Agent takes the hassle out of chasing tradies, property managers and tenants, here's how.
September 3, 2024
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How To Unblock A Toilet

Every landlord and homeowner dreads a blocked toilet. Our guide will teach you how to unblock a toilet with some simple methods you can try to do yourself.
September 3, 2024
5 min

How To Organise Your Home Garden

Do you look at your garden and think its about time you started organising it before Summer? Here's 6 tips to keeping your garden in order.
September 3, 2024
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How To Organise Your Home Office

Having a home office is essential for remote workers as it helps you to stay organised and work without distractions. The team at Bricks+Agent have put together some simple tips to help you organise your home office.
September 3, 2024
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Bricks + Agent release virtual inspections app in beta

This week’s Bricks + Agent product release notes includes the release of a new virtual inspections tool for property and facility managers as well as tenants.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Bricks + Agent announce partnership with Places for People Innovation Lab

The latest partnership will see Bricks + Agent build collaborative working relationships with Places for People and help them to pilot and implement new technology.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Bricks + Agent Product Release Notes: Virtual Inspections

This week’s Bricks + Agent product release notes includes the release of a new virtual inspections tool for property and facility managers as well as tenants.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Simple Ways To Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

Making a positive first impression on your potential buyers is so important. Follow these 5 curb appeal ideas and get the buyers & price your home deserves!
September 3, 2024
5 min

Is Renovating Your Home Before Sale Really Worth It?

Jun 7, 2017 - If you're a homeowner looking to add value to your home prior to selling, we've found the best renovations to increase value! Here are your ...
September 3, 2024
5 min

Best Regions in Victoria For Investing in Property

Location is everything when considering a property investment in Victoria. Keeping an eye on the market can be key to making the right investment choice.
September 3, 2024
5 min

The Best Places To Buy A Rental Property In Australia

Looking to invest in a rental property in Australia? Our experts did some research and calculations to compile a list of the finest areas in Australia.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Benefits Of Hiring A Handyman

There are plenty of odd jobs around the home that don’t need the skills of a licensed contractor. Hire a handyman instead and you’ll save time, money and energy
September 3, 2024
5 min

6 Ways Of Avoiding A Dodgy Plumber

Have you ever come across a dodgy plumber? It happens when we fail to check documents before hiring. Use these tips to ensure you don't get ripped off again.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Is Renovating Your Home Before Sale Really Worth It?

Jun 7, 2017 - If you're a homeowner looking to add value to your home prior to selling, we've found the best renovations to increase value! Here are your ...
September 3, 2024
5 min

Benefits Of Hiring A Handyman

There are plenty of odd jobs around the home that don’t need the skills of a licensed contractor. Hire a handyman instead and you’ll save time, money and energy
September 3, 2024
5 min

6 Ways Of Avoiding A Dodgy Plumber

Have you ever come across a dodgy plumber? It happens when we fail to check documents before hiring. Use these tips to ensure you don't get ripped off again.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Avoid Making These 6 Mistakes When Selling a House

Selling your house can be a stressful process. Use our guide to help you avoid the most common mistakes people make when selling a house.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Beautiful Backyard Pool Designs

When heat rises over Summer so does pool installations. While small pools are definitely hot at the moment, take a look at these backyard pool designs
September 3, 2024
5 min

How to Attract Buyers When Selling a House

Are you having trouble selling your house and attracting buyers? These are the best ways to attract buyers and what you can do to make them feel welcome.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Explained: The Advantages Of Renting Over Buying

People spend years of their lives trying to save up for their dream home. But have you ever asked your peers if it is really worth it? Here's 5 compelling reasons that will change your mind.
September 3, 2024
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10 Interview Questions Every Facilities Manager Should Ask and Answer

Are you about to interview for the role of facility manager with a new employer? Hiring someone for a role is equally as challenging as it is to appear in an interview. Here are top tips to get you prepared for an interview.
September 3, 2024
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10 Things That Will Turn Buyers Off Your Home

What turns buyers off? Understanding what potential home buyers look for can help maximise your chances of selling your house. Follow these tip for selling.
September 3, 2024
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What Is The Cost Of Garden Clean Up Services?

A tidy garden improves the beauty of your home and keeps you safe. As much as you can keep it clean using the DIY method, it might not be possible if you are busy. You might need to hire a garden cleaner. Garden cleanup cost can be around $45/hr. It depends with the requirements of the job. Sometimes cleaning a garden can be as low as $40/hr or as high as $50/hr. If you need services of a professional garden cleaner, it can cost you on average in Australia $164.84 to complete the whole project. However, this being an average estimation, rates can vary depending on the number of tasks involved.
September 10, 2024
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4 Characteristics Of A Great Property Manager

A property manager must be a skilled juggler of numerous tasks, keeping both landlords and tenants happy. In addition to keeping properties maintained and in good shape, they are responsible for preserving a rental property's value. Although this job only requires a high school diploma, many customers will opt to work with a specialist who has a degree in real estate, finance, or business. We've put together a list of professional qualities a property manager needs hold to make the most out of a successful career.
September 10, 2024
8 min read

Who Is The Average Australian Property Investor - Do You Fit The Bill?

Do you know who the average Australian property investor really is? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not the super wealthy property speculator buying up rentals left right and centre. In fact it could be your next door neighbour, the one who’s drinking XXXX and firing up the barbie. Don’t believe us? Let’s take a look at some stats to see if we can put together a clearer profile of this person….
September 10, 2024
8 min read

8 Ways To Grow Your Rent Roll That REALLY Work

Whether you’re a seasoned property manager with an impressive portfolio or a beginner, you want to grow your rent roll and increase your monthly rental income. Right? The good news! Fortunately, there are countless rent roll growth strategies scattered over the web. But the question is what actually works? Which strategies help deliver real results effectively in a hassle-free manner? This article shares several time-tested rent roll growth strategies that really work.
September 10, 2024
8 min read

4 Ways To Turn Your House Into A Smart Home

How do you feel about interacting with your home the way you would with a website? In the future your home will know who’s in what room, make your coffee and turn on your lights. It might even choose your clothes for you based on the temperature outside.
September 10, 2024
10 min read

What Are The Costs of Wallpapering?

Are you planning on remodelling or renovating your house? If you are, you might be considering wallpaper, which has re-entered the style space this year. Available in a wide range of colors, textures, and prints, replacing old wallpaper or installing it in order to improve the property’s overall appearance could add value, attract more buyers and boost your home’s appeal.
September 10, 2024
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The Art of Making Customer Connections

Does your job revolve around customer satisfaction? Working in customer-centric industries like real estate, you will come across a lot of people and making a connection with the customer is vital to the longevity of your business. Establishing healthy customer connections is a fool proof formula for generating repeat business. Customers will come to you not just because they love your products and services, but because you offered them a smooth and convenient experience. The experts at Bricks + Agent have compiled a list of tips and tricks for improving customer connections.
September 10, 2024
10 min read

Starting A Career In Property Management

If you're on the lookout for a new career path, becoming a property manager might just be the perfect job for you. Now more than ever, people of all ages are renting instead of buying, so the need for good and professional property managers is out there. A career in property management can bring a decent salary, job security, and steady employment, and if you like to work with people, then your success is almost guaranteed.
September 10, 2024
5 min read

Misconceptions about Cloud-based Property Management Software

Cloud-based property management software is considered one of the most popular and powerful tools for many real estate agencies. But while it is quite popular among many businesses, the software can still be quite overwhelming and mysterious to many, which fuels many myths about it.
September 10, 2024

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