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The Benefits of Landlord Contents Insurance: Protecting Your Investment

Burnt kitchenRecent fire damage in a Newcastle rental property.

It may, or may not, come as a surprise to learn that landlord’s insurance is not compulsory in NSW. By choosing to not pay for landlord insurance you may think that you are saving money, but it’s a false economy. Here at Walkom Real Estate, our decades of experience … Read the full post »

Rental Bidding in NSW

Rental affordability in NSW has become a hot issue and with a new Labor government in power, there are significant changes to the industry being considered and new laws being adopted. Demand for rental properties in recent years has surged, causing an increasing competitiveness in the market. One of the consequences of this cutthroat environment has been the … Read the full post »

ATO Warns of Crackdown for Property Investors this EOFY

As tax time approaches, Australian landlords are urged to be proactive in preparing their rental property expenses and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Recent reports indicate that incorrect returns have been rife among property investors, prompting the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to implement stricter measures. The ATO has issued a warning that there will be a crackdown on … Read the full post »

In Celebration of Women in Real Estate

Women in Real Estate at Walkom Real Estate

This month the world celebrated International Women’s Day, so it seems only fitting that we celebrate the women who work here at Walkom Real Estate, acknowledging their significant and invaluable contribution to our business and our lives.

Walkom Real Estate was founded by Sonia Walkom, … Read the full post »

Fire Safety for Landlords and Homeowners

Every winter season there is a spate of fire tragedies in suburban homes and sadly, this year has been no different. On average there are around 1,100 fires each year, from which there are approximately 100 fire-related injuries resulting. It can take as little as three seconds for a fire to take hold. As real estate agents, it’s our job to ensure that our landlords are meeting their legal obligations … Read the full post »

International Student Returns Boost Local Economy

International students are slowly returning to Australia, and in some positive property news, it’s guaranteed to boost the local economy. In December 2021, the federal government reopened borders to eligible visa holders after two years of border closures forced by the covid pandemic.

Residential Tenancy Laws changes for Water, Gas, Oil and Electricity usage

Effective in 2020, the new laws for water, gas, oil and electricity usage measures are applicable to all existing and new tenancy agreements. The changes mean for example, that water usage can only be charged where a separate bill is issued by the supplier for water charges (i.e Hunter Water) for the supply and use of water … Read the full post »

End of Financial Year Tips 2018

Property Management Tips – Ask Susan

We have seen some amazing changes in our city over the past 12 months with much more to come.

The rental market has seen the arrival of several new buildings on the Newcastle skyline and the bones of our light rail is really starting to take shape.

The opening of our new University has injected new life and produced … Read the full post »

Kids Don’t Fly – Changes to Window Safety Locks

Property Management Tips – Ask Susan

Each year, around 50 children fall from windows or balconies. Many suffer serious injuries and some result in deaths. Most of these tragedies occur in children’s own home to address this issue in NSW.

New legislation becomes effective by 13/3/18 states the law applies to openable windows where the internal floor is more than 2m above the ground … Read the full post »

Property Management Newcastle


Walkom Real Estate Property Management Newcastle.
If you have property in Newcastle that you wish to manage then contact our office.

Tenant selection is an important step when renting a property. Marketing the property is a vital process in securing a tenant. Hundreds of dollars can be lost in delaying a lease on your vacant house or apartment. We use all the available media … Read the full post »