The sixth most populous city in Australia, the Gold Coast, has plenty to offer property investors and potential tenants. Because of its sunny climate and major tourist hotspots, it's no wonder that more and more people are planning to migrate, transfer or temporarily reside in the land of surf, skyline and nightlife. And that's where good property management on the Gold Coast comes in.

Whether you're the property owner or the potential tenant, the right property management company is so important. At the heart of the relationship should come trust and credibility especially since this is you and your family's home that's being talked about. Property management is a great way for the owner of the house to conveniently rent the house without the hassles of having to go through the rigorous process of advertising, showing the property to many prospective tenants, screening, selection and all the paperwork.

Property Management on the Gold Coast is bound by a set of rules. Be sure that the company you plan to hire has a certificate of registration/ registered with the Office of Fair Trading. The person must have passed the REIQ Registration Course. Check credentials carefully because your property manager will be taking care of YOUR money. Similarly, fees and charges that go with the service should be carefully perused for any hidden charges.

All promotions required for the house to be rented such as proper advertising, word-of-mouth and proper display of the house during inspections as well as proper maintenance prior are the task of a qualified property manager.

Property Management on the Gold Coast is a task for those who can deliver minimum vacancies and can maximize the returns for the property owner.  The Property Manager;

ü  processes all rental applications,

ü  perform background checks on the most qualified prospective tenants,

ü  give orientations on what the owner's rules and guidelines are with regards to the use of the house,

ü  enforce any restrictions,

ü  give the proper sanction when there are violations and

ü  collects the payment at the end of the day.

So, be careful in your choice of a Property Management company on the Gold Coast. Look for someone who knows and loves the coast, has a long term commitment to property investors and tenants alike and, above all, look for someone whose sole responsibility is to manage properties.