Six hours a month of your time. Have you ever put a price on it?

As school holidays approach, family buyers often become more focused. For sellers with space, gardens or flexible rooms, July can be a useful moment to attract motivated movers.

The rental market remains active in May 2026, but conditions are changing. Demand is still strong, rent growth has eased, and tenant expectations are rising. Here is what landlords should be thinking about now.

Property management is about far more than collecting rent. In this week's article, Katie explains what a professional property manager really does behind the scenes, from compliance and maintenance to market advice and protecting your investment, so you can spend less time worrying and more time growing your portfolio.