Philip Middlemiss

Facing months without rent? See why landlord insurance matters for Melbourne investors before arrears and delays hit cash flow.

At one open home, Consumer Affairs Victoria attended the inspection like any other prospective attendee. No fanfare. No flashing lights. Just a quiet look through the property. Within 24 hours, a breach notice was issued. The issue was not structural. It was not dramatic. It was not the sort of thing most landlords would point to as a major problem. It was a showerhead that did not meet the required standard. The fix cost about $30. That is the point. Minimum standards are rarely dramatic....

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