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Real Talk For Property Investors
Real Talk for Property Investors by EXCLUSIVELY MANAGED; the podcast that pulls back the curtain on the real world of managing investment properties in Brisbane.
I’m Samantha Eason; Principal and Licensee of Exclusively Managed, Property Management agency located in Brisbane. Each episode, I share the untold stories, hard lessons, and everyday realities that come with property management, from difficult tenants and dodgy maintenance to untrained managers and costly mistakes that could’ve been avoided.
This isn’t a sugar coated industry podcast. It’s honest, practical, and straight to the point, with a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re a property investor, landlord, or simply curious about what really goes on behind the scenes, Talking Property Management gives you the insight you didn’t know you needed.
I’ll be sharing real life experiences, expert advice, and proven strategies to help you avoid pitfalls, protect your assets, and get the most out of your investment.
And who knows… I might just be talking about your property manager in the next episode.
Episodes
55 episodes
Managing Properties Through Cyclone Alfred: A Property Manager's Diary
Cyclone Alfred put Queensland's property managers to the ultimate test, and in this raw, firsthand account, Samantha Eason takes you behind the scenes of disaster response in real estate management. From the moment weather warnings appeared, Ex...
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Maintenance and your Investment Property
We're going to be black and white here, with a little bit of red. Maintenance is one of the main reasons why a good tenant leaves a property. In this short podcast we will discuss why its important to keep your property updated and wha...
Introduction into Property Management with Samantha Eason
We're going to be black and white here, with a little bit of red. Introduction into Exclusively Property Management with Samantha Eason.What to expect from this podcast.We are going to spill the secrets of agencies 'tactics...
Boutique Property Agency or Franchise?
Why choosing a smaller boutique agency than a franchise?The advantages of a smaller agency is that the agency doesn't employ anyone with a license or certificate - but each employee has been carefully selected to fit in with the boutiqu...
Do you have an Investment Specialist or a Property Manager?
I can tell you from experience, not all property managers are the same, and we aren't trained or skilled in the same way. So whether you are focusing your investment on overall growth, or yield, you need to decide who is on your te...
What is in a Vacate Inspection?
What is in a vacate inspection? What do you take photo's of? What do you look for?I have probably completed a thousand of these in my career and I have learnt something from each one. But one of the most important things tha...
All Agencies Talk The Same Talk
But do they walk the same walk?What an agency says on their 'About Us' section, is always nearly the same as another.In this episode we see what 3 different agencies say, and how similar they are to each other and the agency 'pr...
Stage 2 Rental Reforms and How Investors are Affected.
The government has once again, taken away another option from investors, which will only INCREASE rental prices.Lets look at the Stage 2 Rental Law ReformsTHEY want to hear what is important to Queensland renters, rental p...
Service > Fees
So many property investors want better fees, and they want that with better service, but you can't have your cake and eat it too!
What is Rent Bidding?
Rent bidding with Exclusively Managed is a no go zone.A rental property must be advertised at a fixed price - failing to do so is an offence. The property manager/owner does not have to display the price on a ‘for rent’ sign at the prop...
Article Reading: Behind the scenes of Australia's rental crisis:
Samantha Eason was very fortunate to be featured in this article with ABC News written by Maani Truuhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-23/behind-the-scenes-of-rent-increases/102329918In some cases, Eason says, delays in repairs...
Real Estate Agent Biggest Error - Article Reading: Read the outrageous email a real estate agent accidentally sent a tenant
Read the outrageous email a real estate agent accidentally sent a tenant instead of landlord - and the ridiculous reason they wanted to nearly DOUBLE the rent!'You'll recall the discussions I had with you earlier in the year about th...
Fears with Property Investing! Special Guest Sarah Larsen
Are you an investor with the fear of making the wrong choice?It's normal that no one wants to part with a large amount of money to end up with a poor result. Listen to our latest episode with Sarah Larsen - 0407 110 431 to ...
The negative effects of pricing a property too high!
Besides not leasing quickly if your property is overpriced, there are no guarantees that it will lease for what it should, if you price it appropriately from the beginning.It is imperative that you reconcile what your home means to you ...
Article Reading: Administrators appointed at real estate disruptor!
Lower fees = lower service. You make the decision on what your property is worth.https://www.realestatebusiness.com.au/tech/26050-administrators-appointed-at-real-estate-disruptor?utm_source=RealEstateBusiness&utm_campaign=30_06_202...
National Property Manager's Day!
Short Episode - Don't Forget to say THANK YOU to your property manager today!
A Nightmare In Property Management
Actually a few nightmare's.I can go into detail for some more horror stories within the beautiful and wonderful role of a Property Manager, but right now, heres a snippet of a few.
Why do investors choose agencies that all say the same thing?
Why do all business development managers say the same thing? They are still using scripts from 5+ years ago! Why haven't they evolved yet?Secrets within the franchises - I am kidding! No secrets here, but only what issues we have come a...
Who Cares About Your Investment Property?
Would you work 5 months for $800? No, but the agency down the road will!Money has driven agencies since time began, realestate agencies have always been focused on the income, the growth, the sales, the percentages.
Watch out for this SCAM with Minimum Housing Standards
This is going to be very easy for any investor to fall into this trap! There are companies now offering real estate agencies / property managers their un-licensed staff to attend your investment property and report on anything that...
Vacating a 5 STAR A Grade Tenant, and for what?
This is possibly the worst change in legalisation we have seen to date, and it affects everyone!Rent cannot be increased during a fixed term unless it is stated in the tenancy agreement and all of the following occurs:the agreem...
What Advice Is Your Property Manager Receiving?
This is a little tester I put out for our online community, if I was a green newbie property manager, and I had this situation arise, would I receive the correct information?Well, I did and I didn't, have a listen.
Turning Property Management Disasters Into Appealing Investments
Ever found yourself in a property management pickle? Get ready to gather vital insights from my recent experience that will prevent you from falling into similar traps while enhancing your property's potential. As the owner of Exclusively Manag...
Decoding the Impacts of Real Estate Legislation Changes
Ever wondered what's brewing behind the closed doors of property management legislation? Fasten your seatbelts as Samantha Eason, a well-versed principal and property investment specialist, leads us through the complex labyrinth of government i...