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People focused. results driven.
EXCELLENCE
In all areas: systems, processes, people, marketing, values and results
COLLABORATION
Through inclusion and conversation, we achieve mutual goals
EXCLUSIVITY
Highest quality in all we do. Undivided attention to detail in pursuit of becoming better
INTEGRITY
A steadfast adherence to high moral and ethical standards
HUMILITY
To be humble personally and professionally. Big egos serve nobody
RESPECT
For colleagues, clients, property and ourselves
INNOVATION
To be leading edge in technology, marketing and ideas
GROWTH
There is no standing still. Green and growing is the only way to live
STYLE
A distinct and recognisable style in our brand and our people
COMMUNITY AND CHARITY
To give back and contribute on a personal and professional level to our communities
Do you own an investment property and need quality representation to assist in managing your investment?
At McGrath, we make it easier for you to manage your investment property. By combining the best people with the best systems and processes, we deliver better experiences and results. We manage property exceptionally well; you should choose us.
We can provide you with a no obligation free market appraisal of your investment property. Once we understand your needs, we can discuss current market dynamics and detail our pricing, leasing and marketing strategies to attract the best possible tenant and maximise the return of your property.
From here we will detail what you can expect when employing McGrath to represent you and your investment portfolio.
To look after your property as if it was our own. Managing your investment isn’t simply collecting rent. It’s ultimately about maximising your return and protecting your asset.
Our team is structured and supported to deliver personal service, efficiency, and peace of mind. We have specialised service areas - List, Lease, Manage; catered to by experienced industry experts supported by efficient systems and processes, giving you the best level of communication and care.
We don’t believe just collecting your rent is managing your property. It’s about maximising your return and protecting your asset.
Our property management team will conduct thorough and regular property inspections, detailing the condition of your property, and guide you on how to maintain the property in a manner that will maximise your rental return and the long-term value of your asset.
We understand that you didn’t buy an investment property to become a property manager. At McGrath we are here for you every step of the way. From introduction to our firm, our team and our services, we thoroughly explain our processes and systems and the advantages and expectations of trusting McGrath to manage your investment portfolio. Together with your new client consultant we will discuss current market dynamics and detail our pricing, leasing and marketing strategies to attract the best possible tenant and maximise the return of your investment.
Our highly experienced leasing team will take it from here. Finding the greatest tenant possible requires a dedicated team to prepare, advertise and show your property to the widest pool of quality tenants available. A crafted marketing campaign will culminate into a careful tenant selection process including professional and personal referencing, thorough ID checks, financial prudence, tenant history and of course our intuitive gut feel test.
Welcome to the esteemed client for life program. Your highly experienced and dedicated portfolio manager who has been matched to you and your property’s attributes and location will take it from here. With the ultimate responsibility for the relationship between you, your tenant and our extended team of quality trades and services; the ongoing maintenance, management, protection, and value of your property asset is safely in our hands.
Maximise your return and minimise your risk
At McGrath, we make it easier for you to manage your investment property. By combining the best people with the best systems and processes, we reduce the risk of property investment and maximise your return.
• Professional photography, including surrounding lifestyle amenity
• Thoughtful and well written content
• Dimensioned floor plan (where available)
• Social media exposure
• Listing on local and national real estate websites
• Sent to tenancy database
• World class open for inspections
• Applications are invited electronically
• Best application/s undergo thorough screening process Professional and personal referencing
• Thorough ID checks
• Financial prudence
• Tenant history and
• Our famous intuitive gut feel test
• Best application presented to you for consideration
• Ingoing inspection report is created with hundreds of images/video and condition summary
• Tenant/s onboarded with introduction to renting with McGrath
• Tenancy agreement is executed
• BOND is paid to NSW Rental Bonds Online
• Tenancy begins
• Rent collection via direct transfer
• Your money, your timing - income disbursed weekly, fortnightly or monthly
• All authorised payments monitored and processed on your behalf including rates, taxes, utilities, insurances repairs and maintenance
• Repairs and maintenance attended to by our extended team of professional trades and services – at all times R’s & M are communicated to and authorised by you, with exception of agreed emergency repairs as determined by legislation – managed via our 24/7 online maintenance service
• Rental reviews conducted every year on approach to your tenancy anniversary to maximise your rental income
• Thorough financial records and reconciliation ready for your accountant
• Secure online access directly to your account to communicate, review or download important documents relating to your investment or tenancy
• Complimentary appraisal on the potential selling price of your investment or your principal place of residence.
Engage more quality tenants
GETTING SET TO RENT
PRICING/POSITIONING
Create an emotional connection Maximise your financial return Protect your asset Expertly manage everything
PRESENTATION
MARKETING
CLOSING THE DEAL
ATTRACTING YOUR TENANTS
Intensive search for one emotionally connected tenant
Extended renting periodmay not rent
List at a level that genuine, qualified tenants can justify Emotion and competitive tension helps us produce a premium price
Lots of interest
Expected to rent very quickly
During the campaign, tenants most want the following data:
Rented prices in the area
How much interest you’ve got
Suburb amenity
Do you accept pets
Brochures
Printed on 250gsm
Dimensioned floor plan (where available)
Other premium layouts available.
› Proudly highlighting your property in the immediate environment.
› Premium listings on major web portals:
› McGrath.com.au
› Realestate.com.au
› Domain.com.au
› Professional photography enhances the first impression given of your home. We have a unique formula to produce the highest quality images.
› A dimensioned and to scale plan of your property allows tenannts to fully consider your property’s spaces in more detail. (where available)
› Use the evolving power of social media platforms to engage more tenants for your property.
› National and local publications assist in generating more enquiries.
Ask your agent for more information.
Video
› Interior/Exterior
› Drone/Aerial
› Professional presenters
› 3D tours
Ask your agent for more information.
› The essential art of furnishing and decorating your property before renting.
Ask your agent for more information.
McGrath concierge
› Need a little help paying for some extra’s? From styling to marketing, maintenance to landscaping, painting, building and pest reports and contracts, even your moving costs can be covered with McGrath concierge.
Ask your agent for more information.
The Northern Rivers is well known for its regions, districts and surrounding villages that offer rich and distinct lifestyle and housing choices. From South Golden Beach to Suffolk Park, from Lismore to Lennox Head and Ballina to Alstonville, from Pimlico to Evans Head. McGrath has you covered.
Kimberley Virtue began her real estate career in Property Management in the Northern Rivers region in 2000. She has spent 16 years of her career in Bangalow specifically and joined the McGrath family in December 2023. Kimberley brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our Property Management team.
A natural communicator and respectful, honest professional, “I enjoy building relationships and developing loyalty & trust, both with owners and tenants,” Kimberley is one of the North Coast’s most highly regarded Real Estate Property Managers. With over 20 years of experience in managing a variety of properties from Executive Rentals to Rural Farms and Apartments to Family Homes, Kimberley also has a genuine passion and love for the area.
Residing in Bexhill Village with her husband & son, who is the 4th generation Virtue going to Bexhill Primary School, working in Lennox Head allows Kimberley the best of both worlds- from coastal to country. Kimberley looks forward to working with tenants and property owners to find the best solution for every circumstance.
Kimberley Virtue Team Leader | New Business Manager0458 002 233
kimberleyvirtue@mcgrath.com.au
Our dedicated team is fully conversant with all the laws pertaining to property, especially tenancy. Furthermore, we are fully aware of the Residential Tenancies Act, which governs the area of tenanting properties, and remain fully abreast of precedents set by court decisions in this area.
Aside from ensuring compliance with the law, McGrath Ballina/Lennox Head/Alstonville perform a crucial role in marketing the property, the selection of responsible tenants, appropriate and lawful handling of any bond money including the necessary documentation of the properties condition, communicating with both the landlord and the tenant and in inspecting and maintaining the property to an acceptable standard.
Effective accounting procedures are another requirement provided to landlords to ensure you reap the rewards of your investment quickly and efficiently. Taking all the above into account, coupled with the knowledge, experience and enthusiasm necessary to advise out clients on investment strategy.
It is no coincidence people recognise McGrath Ballina/Lennox Head/Alstonville as No.1 in Property Management.
– Establish and develop a mutually beneficial business relationship with our clients.
– Provide the highest standard of professionalism in the service we provide.
– Maintain our unsurpassed reputation within the real estate profession.
We make it easier for you to professionally manage your investment property. By combining the best people with the best systems and processes, we deliver better experiences and results We manage property exceptionally well; you should choose us.
Do you own an investment property and need quality representation to assist in managing your investment? Your local McGrath agent can provide you with a no obligation free market appraisal of your investment property. Once we understand your needs, we can discuss current market dynamics and detail our pricing, leasing and marketing strategies to attract the best possible tenant and maximise the return of your property.
1370+ properties under management
150+ years combined team experience
$
25 team members
Almost $1.4B of value of assets under management