appraise.works, Author at McGrath Coast & Hinterland - Real Estate

Sep 19

What’s the best way to secure a rental at the moment?

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Lots of locals right now are looking for a place to call home. Here's our best advice to help secure one. What Deb says Ensure that your application documents are up to date and ready to go at all times. If you haven't already, log on to the tenant app,…

Sep 16

Do I really need landlord insurance and what does it cover?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

The day you need landlord insurance is not the day to check your policy to see what it covers. What Deb says Although landlord insurance is not a legal requirement to leasing out your home, it is something we strongly recommend here at McGrath Coast and Hinterland. Although we're not…

Sep 13

How does your team manage maintenance?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

Most property managers are reacting to problems. We try to prevent them before they even happen. What Deb says We actively look for issues at inspections and suggest upcoming items that may require future planning. Our systems allow us to let you know promptly if there's an issue, and if…

Sep 10

How do you help first-time investors?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

A lot of people want to invest, they just don't know where to start. What Deb says From feeling overwhelmed with all the information out there, to the endless hunt of will I ever find an investment property suitable to purchase, we're here to help. The internet's going to give…

Sep 07

What does good communication actually look like in property management?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

Most landlords don't expect daily updates. They just need to know what's going on and when. What Deb says Good communication is different for everyone, and here at McGrath Coast and Hinterland we're here to work with you in the style that suits you. We obviously have email, text and…

Sep 04

How often can rent actually increase in Queensland?

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Questions around rental increases are one of the most common we get asked. What Deb says The easiest way to explain this is you can have a rental increase once every 12 months. This is based on the property, not the tenancy. So, say there's a change of tenancy halfway…

Sep 01

buyer

First Home Buyer: Guide for Queensland

By appraise.works NEWS

Buying your first home in Queensland remains a popular pathway into property ownership, with government incentives helping many buyers overcome affordability challenges. According to McGrath Research First Home Buyer Report, first home buyer participation has remained resilient despite higher interest rates, with government grants, concessions and shared equity schemes continuing…

Sep 01

How does pool care work at my property?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

So your investment property has got a pool. How do we take care of this? What Deb says Here at McGrath Coast and Hinterland, when a property has a swimming pool in place we have a service contractor who actually has a mobile pool shop. He will attend the property…

Aug 29

Why are investors looking at Aura?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

Aura is one of the most talked about growth areas on the Sunshine Coast right now. What Deb says Since the opening of Baringa in 2017 I've been involved with this estate. I've seen its growth and I've seen the rents double in price since that time. That's an amazing…

Aug 26

Is there a way around the tax reforms for investors?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

If you had been considering purchasing an investment property but the change in tax reforms made you reconsider, I heard some great news today. What Deb says Colin Mason and the team from Ironbark Asset and Finance recently visited our office and came up with a great strategy. One option…

Aug 19

Deb Fleming — What the proposed 2026 tax reforms mean

What do the proposed 2026 tax reforms mean for investors?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

This is one of the largest tax reforms we've had in the last 40 years in Australia.

Aug 12

Deb Fleming — How often do I get paid my rent?

How often do I get paid my rent?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

Most agencies make you wait to the end of the month to get your funds.

Aug 05

Deb Fleming — What does local expertise mean for landlords?

What does local expertise mean for landlords?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

If you feel like picking up the phone and having a chat to your property manager, they are available to you.

Jul 29

Deb Fleming — Why do landlords actually leave their property manager?

Why do landlords actually leave their property manager?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

Most landlords don't change property managers because of their fees.

Jul 22

Deb Fleming — How do I know if I’m charging the right rent?

How do I know if I’m charging the right rent?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

Most landlords focus on rent price. Smart investors focus on rent strategy.

Jul 15

Deb Fleming — The biggest frustration landlords have

What’s the biggest frustration landlords have with property managers?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

Is your property manager keeping you up to date?

Jul 08

Deb Fleming — How do you make sure I get the right tenant?

How do you make sure I get the right tenant?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

A good tenancy starts long before the lease is signed.

Jul 05

market

John McGrath – End of financial year market review

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As we enter a new financial year, it’s a good time to reflect on what the property market has experienced in the past 12 months, and especially in the first half of 2026. Real estate conditions have undoubtedly softened, with this slowdown beginning in late 2025. Key to this change…

Jul 04

Sold - 22 Lemon Grove - New Property in Caboolture - Real Estate by Cassi Nuske

Seller review for Jo Daley

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5.0 We had a fantastic experience working with Jo. She is always incredibly thorough and consistently goes above and beyond to achieve the best results. Her communication is outstanding — we were kept informed every step of the way, which made the whole process feel smooth and stress-free. Jo’s professionalism…

Jul 03

For Sale - 8 Blackbutt Street - New Property in Beerwah - Real Estate by Jo Daley

Client Testimonial | Tenant on the Sunshine Coast

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The service we were given was five-star. "Excellent service from your staff Peta and Lara, in a very stressful time, they made it easy for us. My flat mate and myself have been looking for a suitable house to move as our house has been sold, in such a very…

Jul 01

Sold - 4 Heilig Court - New Property in Glass House Mountains - Real Estate by Cassi Nuske

Seller review for Cassi Nuske

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5.0 Cassi , Jo , Liz & team are extremely efficient with your vision of selling your property & getting the best price for you. The process from start to finish was very easy & made my life less stressful. I would highly recommend Cassi at Magrath Beerwah. Cassi Nuske

Jul 01

Deb Fleming — How do tenants apply for properties?

How do tenants apply for properties?

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We know who's walking through the door, and we can get them approved quickly for you.

Jun 30

Sold - 22 Lemon Grove - New Property in Caboolture - Real Estate by Cassi Nuske

Seller review for Jo Daley

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5.0 Jo consistantly went above and beyond my expectation, just when you thought Jo could do no better she would surprise you again. Jo worked tirelessly to sell the house. Excellent I wish I could give her more stars. Jo Daley

Jun 30

Sold - 22 Lemon Grove - New Property in Caboolture - Real Estate by Cassi Nuske

Seller review for Cassi Nuske

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5.0 Cassi was very professional and knew the market extremely well, I highly recommend Cassi and the team to sell your property Cassi Nuske

Jun 26

Sold - 2/17 Wood Crescent - New Property in Baringa - Real Estate by Stephen Claassens

Seller review for Stephen Claassens

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5.0 Sold my house with Stephen. He was very professional. We sold our property in 2 months. Photos were great. Happy with the marketing plan. I would recommend the agency. Stephen Claassens

Jun 24

Deb Fleming — Can I say no to pets?

Can I say no to pets?

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We have lots of families in the area which have pets already and are looking to move into quality homes.

Jun 23

Sold - 21 Mountainview Place - New Property in Glass House Mountains - Real Estate by Jo Daley

Seller review for Jo Daley

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5.0 We can’t speak highly enough of the service Jo Daley and the McGrath team provided us during our sale. Throughout the entire process Jo was professional, friendly and supportive that went above and beyond. Jo and the team we thank you so very much, we achieved everything we hoped…

Jun 17

Deb Fleming — Managing a property vs managing an asset

What’s the difference between managing a property and managing an asset?

By appraise.works Ask Deb

What you've found here is a team that can manage both — being your property manager and also your asset manager.

Jun 10

Leased - 11 Chantilly Crescent - New Property in Beerwah - Real Estate by Lara Kavanagh

Client Testimonial | Tenant on the Sunshine Coast

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The agents were incredibly responsive. "We recently signed a lease with the McGrath Caloundra team, and the process was truly so easy and stress-free. The agents were incredibly responsive and friendly, and the tools were user-friendly. I would highly recommend this team." - Tenant on the Sunshine Coast

Jun 10

Deb Fleming — What happens if a tenant misses rent?

What happens if a tenant misses rent?

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Tenants use a wallet system to pay their rent.

Jun 09

Sold - 53 Poole Road - New Property in Glass House Mountains - Real Estate by Cassi Nuske

Seller review for Jo Daley

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5.0 Jo always goes above and beyond in her efforts to be available and to provide a seamless experience. My second time with her and even better than the first time. Jo Daley

Jun 09

Sold - 2643 Old Gympie Road - New Property in Beerwah - Real Estate by Cassi Nuske

Buyer review for Cassi Nuske

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5.0 The Beerwah team were fantastic to deal with , Cassi and Jo always kept me in the loop regarding my offers on land around the Beerwah district . To me good communication is key and the team have that key to unlock a strong skillset and getting the transaction…

Jun 03

Deb Fleming — What is the 24/7 landlord app?

What is the 24/7 landlord app?

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All of that information is available for you 24/7.

May 27

Sold - 19 Tibrogargan Drive - New Property in Beerburrum - Real Estate by Cassi Nuske

Seller review for Cassi Nuske

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5.0 Cassie was very professional in all aspects relating to our sale. I would definitely recommend Cassie and her team if you are looking to sell your home. Cassi Nuske

May 26

Little Mountain

Client Testimonial | 7 Kwila Place, Little Mountain

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Her guidance and strategy achieved a great price. "Nicki, Sarah and the whole support team were superb to deal with throughout the sale process. From our first consultation, Nicki took the time to listen to our needs and supported us to achieve all of the outcomes we were seeking from…

May 26

Sold - 7 Kwila Place - New Property in Little Mountain - Real Estate by Nicki Colam

Seller review for Nicki Colam

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5.0 Nicki, Sarah and the whole support team were superb to deal with throughout the sale process. From our first consultation Nicki took the time to listen to our needs and supported us to achieve all of the outcomes we were seeking from the sale. Nicki was punctual, timely with…

May 23

Sold - 2 Geebung Court - New Property in Meridan Plains - Real Estate by Nicki Colam

Seller review for Nicki Colam

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5.0 Working with Nicki and Sarah was amazing! They were so knowledgeable and helped us out in any way possible, especially with recommendations, outside selling the house. They were prompt, reliable, great communicators, as well "bubbly" and friendly. A dream really, like making a new friend who can sell your…

May 14

Sold - 1 Coronation Avenue - New Property in Golden Beach - Real Estate by Carinda Ivens

Seller review for Carinda Ivens

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5.0 Carinda was very attentive, accessible, and professional in regards to achieving the best price for the sale of my property. Communicating with Carinda was easy and direct, and I was kept fully informed throughout the sale process. Carinda was very helpful with recommendations for other professional services that were…

May 13

Sold - 1 Coronation Avenue - New Property in Golden Beach - Real Estate by Carinda Ivens

Buyer review for Carinda Ivens

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5.0 Carinda made the purchase of our property seamless. She responded immediately to our many queries and questions. And I would happily recommend her to anyone buying or selling. Carinda Ivens

May 07

Sold - 19/27 Verney Street - New Property in Kings Beach - Real Estate by Michael Fay

Buyer review for Michael Fay

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5.0 Michael was courteous and prompt with all communication and accomodating with property inspections Michael Fay

May 01

Sold - 3 Laurel Street - New Property in Beerwah - Real Estate by Jo Daley

Seller review for Jo Daley

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5.0 Easy decision to appoint Jo and she was easy to work with at all stages of the process. Definitely recommend Jo and the team. Jo Daley

Apr 30

Sold - 19/27 Verney Street - New Property in Kings Beach - Real Estate by Michael Fay

Seller review for Michael Fay

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5.0 Michael is an amazing, obliging, on point agent, that is always available. He listened and achieved our perfect outcome in the quickest time frame. He took all the stress out of selling our property. His friendly manner and ability to answer all questions made pur journey so easy. We…

Apr 24

Sold - 15 Birchgrove Circuit - New Property in Baringa - Real Estate by Stephen Claassens

Buyer review for Stephen Claassens

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5.0 Stephen was fantastic to work with throughout the entire process. He demonstrated strong knowledge of the local market and provided clear, honest guidance at every stage. Communication was timely and reliable, with prompt responses and regular updates that kept everything running smoothly. His professionalism, attention to detail, and supportive…

Apr 23

Sold - 8 Mosman Court - New Property in Baringa - Real Estate by Stephen Claassens

Seller review for Stephen Claassens

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5.0 Stephen gave us great service from the start and helped us achieve a price above our initial expectations. Stephen arranged open times targeted at buyers and not just the standard 30 minute ones either. Stephen kept us in the loop at every step and really pushed for us as…

Apr 17

Sold - 7 White Cedar Drive - New Property in Meridan Plains - Real Estate by Nicki Colam

Seller review for Nicki Colam

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5.0 From the moment we started communicating with Nicki, we knew she was the best agent to help sell our house. She honestly wanted the best price for us and is so knowledgeable of the area. We truly valued her advice and support. Nicki’s communication was excellent, right to the…

Apr 17

Sold - 16 Eden Drive - New Property in Baringa - Real Estate by Stephen Claassens

Seller review for Stephen Claassens

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5.0 Stephen was knowledgeable, easy to work with and communicated clearly throughout the selling process. He always kept us up to date with proceedings and ultimately got us a price we were happy with! Stephen Claassens

Apr 17

Sold - 15 Birchgrove Circuit - New Property in Baringa - Real Estate by Stephen Claassens

Seller review for Stephen Claassens

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5.0 We had a really great experience selling our home. From the start, Stephen was professional, honest and easy to deal with. He kept us informed the whole way through, which made what could have been a stressful process feel much more manageable. He was always approachable and quick to…

Apr 14

Sold - 5 Mooloolah Street - New Property in Landsborough - Real Estate by Jo Daley

Buyer review for Jo Daley

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5.0 Jo was instrumental in finding our first home. She is both extremely knowledgeable and professional. I know we would not have been able to get into the market without her help. Jo Daley

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