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“I really wanted to share the experience of creating without telling people exactly what to do. It’s very organic and intuitive so guests can just have fun with it, without any pressure or self-doubt about what they are creating,” she said.

Keep an eye on the website for upcoming workshop dates, or Chloe will also travel for private bookings. DIY clutch kits are also available to purchase online.

outcome for all parties. Tenants accept a lease for a landlord’s property and must respect that opportunity. The landlord has a duty of care to maintain the property, understanding it will be the tenant’s home for the duration of the lease. No one wins out of greed or disrespect. Establishing a great relationship between all parties will be what relieves the market of unnecessary pressure and helps retain tenants in property.

In the event of rent increases, we encourage landlords to be guided by their managing agent, to understand the current climate and where an increase is valid. We can’t stress enough that the landlord should ensure their property meets the minimum housing standards and all reported maintenance issues are acted upon efficiently. This will ensure the right balance is met. It encourages good tenants to stay on for longer periods and care for the property. Landlords will receive consistent rental income to upkeep any mortgage commitments.

We trust our rental market will remain challenging for some time yet and we hope that investors continue to see value in our Region, following through with the purchase of investment properties. There is still a shortage of available properties to rent, based on the tenant applications our agency receives and the daily inquiry. We are one of many agencies in the region who do our utmost to secure housing for tenants.

With more than ten years’ experience in local real estate, Ryan is the cofounder of Weekes Property Co – a realtor agency designed to be different.