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Copy Inspection Data from another property

Inspecting multiple properties with the same layout & features? You can now utilise last inspection data from an inspection on a different property – perfect for duplicate layouts or new developments. Clone conditions and comments and save time.
September 16, 2024
5 minutes

Updates to Inspection Manager – May Release

September 16, 2024
5 minutes

Updates to Inspection Manager – June Release

September 16, 2024
8 min read

What Is The Cost Of Hiring A Bricklayer?

Bricks are the most widely used materials for construction in Australia. While they are used for structural uses such as building walls, houses, and driveways, they also give buildings an aesthetic appeal. Despite that, bricklayer cost has not escalated compared to other trades in the last ten years. The fact that brick and housing prices have been historically high might be the reason for this. It is not easy to answer the question of how much a bricklayer may cost. However, you need to note that each job has a different cost. The cost of bricks depends on the complexity What is the of the task.
September 10, 2024
8 min read

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
8 min read

What Is The Cost Of Cleaning A Roof?

A dirty roof can damage the appearance of your house. You might be tempted to hire a high tackle sprayer and go for the DIY method. This is a sensitive job, and it can destroy your roof in the process. You need to learn how professional cleaners do it and the roof cleaning cost too. This might make you wonder what the roof vacuum cost is. Here is all you need to know about roof cleaning.
September 10, 2024
8 min read

Should You Choose A Metal or Tiled Roof?

It can be very challenging when it comes to choosing colorbond vs tile roof. With the many varieties of cement tiles roofs and metal roofs, many homeowners are left wondering which is the better option. Both metal and tiled roofs have benefits, and it is up to you to compare these and make an informed decision.
September 10, 2024
8 min read

How To Clean Your Kitchen Benchtops Like a Pro

Your kitchen benchtop is a breeding ground for dirt and bacteria so daily cleaning is a must! But don’t just reach for the Spray and Wipe, certain benchtops can benefit from a more customised cleaning method. Here’s how to how to clean kitchen benchtops to keep them hygienic, as well as free from stains and scratches.
September 10, 2024
8 min read

Cleaning Outdoor Pavers like a Pro

Outdoor pavers, or paving stones, can add a decorative element to any outdoor area and are very common throughout Australia. Whether they are used as walkways in the garden, driveway, or patios, the paving stones are likely to become dull. The good news is that the specialists behind Bricks + Agent have created this guide that will show you how to clean outdoor paving stones correctly. Restoring the luster of your paving stones is quite simple. All you need is a stiff bristled broom, a cleaning solution, sealer, and replacement sand. Before you start the whole cleaning process, don’t forget to do the following things:
September 10, 2024
2 minutes

Updates to Inspection Manager – July Release

September 12, 2024
2 minutes

Updates to Inspection Manager – August Release

Introducing Our New App Features!
September 12, 2024
2 minutes

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
2 minutes

Check Out Our Latest Updates For March

September 12, 2024
3 minutes

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
3 minutes

How To Bulk Close & Send Routine Inspections

September 16, 2024
3 minutes

Bulk Send Tenant Assisted Inspection Requests

September 16, 2024
5 min

5 Ways to Master Quick Turnovers

September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Ways PropertyMe Can Benefit Property Managers and Landlords

Being a property agent isn’t an easy job. There are a multitude of tasks that you are responsible for. It is only natural for you to overlook a few things. Unfortunately, more often than not, it is trust accounting. Here are 5 common trust accounting mistakes that property agents often make.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Ways to Add Value with Good Facility Manager Customer Service

In this changing world, customer satisfaction is the key to a successful business. To make your customers triumph and to let your business reach new heights, facility managers play a vital role. The professional success of a facility manager can be seen from the rising profits of a company. Professional commitments can be fulfilled only when one is flexible and innovative in their role. As the needs of clients vary and to make them satisfied one needs to have proactive thinking. A good facility manager is always seeking better ways to serve their clients. Here are the ways that would help them to deliver better customer service and add value to their organization.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Ways Property Management Software Can Benefit Property Managers

Being a property agent isn’t an easy job. There are a multitude of tasks that you are responsible for. It is only natural for you to overlook a few things. Unfortunately, more often than not, it is trust accounting. Here are 5 common trust accounting mistakes that property agents often make.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Ways Palace Can Benefit Property Managers and Landlords

Being a property agent isn’t an easy job. There are a multitude of tasks that you are responsible for. It is only natural for you to overlook a few things. Unfortunately, more often than not, it is trust accounting. Here are 5 common trust accounting mistakes that property agents often make.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Ways A Handyman Can Reach Their Audience Quickly

Starting your career as a handyman? It is important to think how you can make yourself stand out and how you can become a successful at your trade.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Ways Console Cloud Can Benefit Property Managers and Landlords

Being a property agent isn’t an easy job. There are a multitude of tasks that you are responsible for. It is only natural for you to overlook a few things. Unfortunately, more often than not, it is trust accounting. Here are 5 common trust accounting mistakes that property agents often make.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Uses of the Bricks+Agent Software

Reliable property manintenance software offers a cloud-based accessibility to help property managers, homeowners, tenants and service providers interact and do business with ease. Here's our top five most common uses of Bricks+Agent.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Top Tips To Make Your Tenants Feel At Home

Almost all landlords like to have long-term tenants at their properties. Here are 5 innovative ways to keep long-term tenants in your property and make them feel at home.
September 3, 2024
5 min

How Much Does Roof Guttering Cost?

Good guttering is just as important as a good roof. If left without regular maintenance your roof can become damaged. Find out current roof guttering prices.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Rental Improvement Projects That Pay Off

Rental property improvements need to strike a good ratio between cost and value. Here are some rental improvement projects that will yield a high return.
September 3, 2024
5 min

How to Renovate Your House on a Budget

Find out how you can renovate your house on a budget. it is important to do your research, to be on the lookout for discounts, and to stick your plan.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Real Estate Tech: Now And Then

Property investors must always pay close attention to the technological advancements and collect new data to be relevant in the real estate industry.
September 3, 2024
5 min

The Pros and Cons of Managing Your Own Investment Properties

Before choosing between managing your own property or hiring a professional property manager, landlords should decide whether saving money is worth the effort.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Why It’s Important For A Property Manager To Be Mobile

Nowadays, if property managers want to be ahead of the game in real estate management business, they must focus on offering instance services on mobile devices.
September 3, 2024
5 min

How Can Property Managers Use Technology To Attract Tenants

To be ahead of their competitors, property managers must always be on the lookout for technological innovations that can help them attract new tenants.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Property Maintenance: A Tenants Guide To DIY

Are you a tenant who love their home? Well, if you are planning to stay long at the property, then you need to make sure your landlord wants the same thing. If the landlords do not enjoy having you as a tenant, they are unlikely to renew the lease or could potentially increase the annual rent .
September 3, 2024
5 min

Which Job is Better - Plumber or Electrician?

Plumber or electrician? Which job is better? There is no doubt that these two jobs are in very high demand and very well-paid, so choosing can be a challenge.
September 3, 2024
8 min read

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
8 min read

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
5 min read

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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