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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
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
5 Minutes

5 Ways Technology Can Help You Streamline Invoice Processing

September 11, 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

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

Rental Market Analysis – How To Conduct It Successfully?

Rental Market Analysis (RMA) is a must for property managers. Gain insights into the market and prepare for current as well as future opportunities and challenges. Without these valuable insights, life as a property manager will be an uphill battle.
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

4 Secrets To Renovate Your Kitchen On A Budget

The kitchen is the heart of the home. If you have to renovate your kitchen on a budget there are plenty of cheap makeover tricks you can use to boost your kitchen
September 3, 2024
5 min

How to Remodel Your House for Less than $2,000

Whether you are looking to sell, to lease, to host an event, or just to improve your quality of life, we help you remodel your house for less than $2,000.
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

Real Estate Agent Commission: How Much Should You Agree To Pay?Your Blog Post Title Here...

Commission is a fee that is paid to agents. Real estate agent commission varies in Australia so its best to do research when choosing an agent to sell your home
September 3, 2024
5 min

7 Most Effective Real Estate Marketing Strategies And Ideas

Competition is fierce in real estate & you need to choose marketing strategies that expose you to many potential clients. Follow our 7 effective strategies
September 3, 2024
5 min

9 Questions to Ask a Property Manager Before Sealing the Deal

Considering all the time and money you pour into your property, choosing a rental property manager is crucial. Have you asked candidates these questions?
September 3, 2024
5 min

3 Hacks To Make Property Managers Work Smarter, Not Harder

If property managers use the ‘Blocking technique’, the ‘To Do Matrix’ and the delegate tasks SMARTER, they become more organized and waste less time.
September 3, 2024
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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
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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
5 min

How To Plan A Japanese Garden

Are you interested in creating a small Japanese garden in your home? Before hiring a garden or landscape designer, you need to plan how you want it to look.
September 3, 2024
5 min

Perfect Plants For Summer In Australia

If you’re thinking of selling shortly, it’s a good idea to assess your plants for summer so your garden can look its best. Withered flower buds and drooping leaves won’t make a pretty picture!
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Essential Planning Tips For Property Managers

In order for things to run smoothly, a property manager must have a backup plan, outsource tasks, minimise the paperwork, and communicate efficiently.
September 3, 2024
5 min

What Is The Cost Of A Patio Cover?

You might need to include a patio cover to enjoy using your patio. As much as patio roof cost may seem costly, the cost of installing it is not that expensive.
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

5 Tips to Win Work using Bricks+Agent

Bricks + Agent is a cloud-based software designed to streamline the property maintenance and repairs tasks for residential and commercial property managers and self-managed property owners.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Trust Accounting Mistakes You Need to Stop Making Now

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
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5 Skills Every Gardener Should Have

To become a successful gardener you need the right skills to grow your gardening business and make yourself a attractive to homeowners. The experts at Bricks+Agent have put together a list some of the skills you should have.
September 3, 2024
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5 Tips for Effective Property Management

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 Tax Tips for Property Investors

Whether you own a home, an apartment or you are a property investor, your investment can offer you significant tax deductions. Here are the five best tax tips that every property investor can follow to save at tax time.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Creative Services and Renovations for Rental Properties

The rental market in Australia is crowded and challenging for homeowners trying to fill their properties. It's essential to offer the best rental amenities to attract new tenants. We've put together the top five creative services and renovations that will help secure and retain tenants.
September 3, 2024
5 min

5 Reasons to Conduct a Rental Property Inspection

It is essential to conduct regular inspections of a rental property as it keeps it in excellent condition and increases the value of your property. This post shares the five reasons to have regular inspections of your rental property.
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
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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