Are You Getting The Level Of Property Management Your Investment Deserves?

Are You Getting The Level Of Property Management Your Investment Deserves?

Choosing the right Property Manager can be the difference between an stress-free investment and an ongoing source of frustration. A high-performing property manager does far more than collect rent, they protect your asset, maximise returns, and ensure your investment performs both now and long term.

Here’s everything your Property Manager should be doing, and what Rental Providers should expect as a minimum standard.

1. Proactive Leasing, Not Passive Advertising

Your Property Manager should be focused on minimising vacancy, not just listing a property and waiting. This includes:
• Strategic pricing based on live market data
• High-quality marketing and professional presentation
• Active Renter enquiry follow-up
• Regular feedback and price reviews if leasing conditions change
Fast, well-managed leasing directly impacts your return on investment.

2. Rigorous Renter Selection

Securing the right Renter is about more than speed, it’s about risk management. A strong Property Manager will:
• Conduct thorough application screening
• Verify employment, income, and rental history
• Assess long-term suitability, not just approval criteria
• Present clear recommendations, not just options
The goal is stability, consistency, and protection of your asset.

3. Clear, Consistent Communication

Rental Providers should never be left chasing updates. Your Property Manager should:
• Communicate proactively, not reactively
• Keep you informed of key milestones and issues
• Provide clear advice, not just information
• Be accessible, responsive, and accountable
Strong communication builds trust, and prevents small issues becoming costly problems.

4. Active Asset Protection

Your investment deserves to be protected at every stage. This includes:
• Routine inspections completed thoroughly and on time
• Detailed reporting with clear photos and recommendations
• Early identification of maintenance or compliance risks
• A preventative approach, not a “fix it later” mentality
Protecting condition today safeguards value tomorrow.

5. Strategic Rent Reviews

Your Property Manager should be actively monitoring the market to ensure your rent remains competitive and optimised. This means:
• Regular market rent assessments
• Honest, data-driven advice
• Balancing renter retention with income growth
• Timing increases strategically, not emotionally
A well-timed rent review can make a significant long-term difference.

6. Strong Legal & Compliance Knowledge

Legislation is constantly evolving. Your Property Manager must:
• Stay up to date with Victorian rental laws
• Ensure all documentation and notices are compliant
• Guide Rental Providers through legislative changes
• Reduce exposure to risk through correct processes
Experience matters when compliance is non-negotiable.

7. A Team, Not a Single Point of Failure

A professional Property Management department should never rely on just one person. Instead, you should benefit from:
• A collaborative team structure
• Shared knowledge and oversight
• Continuity of service
• Depth of experience across all scenarios
This ensures your investment is always supported, even when your primary contact is unavailable.

Why Experience Makes the Difference

At Peake, our Property Management team is proud to be the number one leasing agency in Berwick, backed by an exceptional 129+ years of combined industry experience. That experience translates into sharper advice, stronger systems, and better outcomes for our Rental Providers.

We don’t believe in reactive management, we believe in strategic, proactive, and accountable property management.

Ready for a better property management experience?

If you’re questioning whether your current Property Manager is meeting these standards, or you simply want a second opinion, our team would be happy to help.

Contact the Peake Property Management team today on 9707 5300. Let’s make sure your investment is being managed the way it should