The costs of selling a Mount Isa home
Home Sales

The costs of selling a Mount Isa home

Selling a Mt Isa home or investment property can be an exciting time, but it’s important to understand the range of costs involved with selling any real estate. Preparing for these costs will help you to budget and avoid any surprises. Some of the potential selling costs can also be thought of as investments to

How to source good tenants for your Mount Isa rental property
Property Management

How to source good tenants for your Mount Isa rental property

If you own a Mt Isa rental property, or you’re thinking of buying one, then it’s essential to get the best tenants that you can. When you do, it will save you a lot of hassle and maximise your investment return. Read on to find out how you can do it for your Mount Isa

Mount Isa commercial property maintenance checklist
Commercial Property

Mount Isa commercial property maintenance checklist

If you own or lease commercial property in Mount Isa, then it’s important to regularly take care of essential maintenance tasks. This will help to keep your property in top condition and avoid costly repairs. Use our checklist as your guide, and make sure you understand both the landlord and tenant maintenance responsibilities that will

What’s on in Mount Isa in 2025?
Local Lifestyle

What’s on in Mount Isa in 2025?

2025 is shaping up to be another big year of Mt Isa events. From race days, rodeo events, camp drafts, comedy shows, motor shows and fishing competitions to the annual Mount Isa Show, there’s a range of local events to suit everyone. Read on to find out dates you need to know for 2025 Mount

The top 5 mistakes Mount Isa home sellers make (and how to avoid them)
Home Sales

The top 5 mistakes Mount Isa home sellers make (and how to avoid them)

Selling your Mount Isa home or rental property is likely to be one of the biggest financial transactions you’ll ever make (at least until you maybe sell another property later in life). It’s also likely to be something you’ve rarely (if ever) done before, so it’s crucial to avoid making mistakes. Read on to find

5 landlord benefits of proactive Mount Isa property maintenance
Property Management

5 landlord benefits of proactive Mount Isa property maintenance

Property repairs and maintenance expenses are a fact of life for both landlords and owner-occupiers in Mount Isa. But they are arguably more important for landlords. It’s crucial for landlords to be proactive rather than reactive with property repairs and maintenance. 1. It helps you to maximise your return on investment (ROI) Proactive repair and

Mount Isa commercial property sales and leasing highlights from 2024
Commercial Property

Mount Isa commercial property sales and leasing highlights from 2024

Jays has been the ‘go to’ agency for selling, leasing, buying or managing Mt Isa commercial property since 1981. 2024 has been another big year for us. This article looks at some of the local commercial properties we’ve sold over the last 12 months, as well as current opportunities. Types of Mount Isa commercial properties

Mount Isa home sales and rental property highlights from 2024
Home Sales

Mount Isa home sales and rental property highlights from 2024

2024 was a massive year for Mount Isa home sales and leasing. Our residential team at Jays Real Estate has been selling, leasing and managing Mt Isa homes since 1981. This article looks at a few of the many highlights for Mount Isa home buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants over the past year. 2024 Mt

Communication: the key to hassle-free Mount Isa property management
Property Management

Communication: the key to hassle-free Mount Isa property management

Establishing clear and consistent communication can significantly reduce landlord-tenant misunderstandings, prevent conflicts and help to ensure positive rental property relationships. It creates a win/win situation for both landlords and tenants in a rental lease agreement. Read on to find out our landlord tips for effective tenant communication. Why good communication is crucial When your property

Mount Isa commercial security systems
Commercial Property

Mount Isa commercial security systems

From retail stores and offices to industrial sites, Mount Isa businesses face unique security challenges. Protecting commercial properties from theft, vandalism and other security threats is crucial. Read on to find out more about the importance of commercial property security systems in Mount Isa, the types of systems available, and how to choose the right

Mount Isa home selling timeline
Home Sales

Mount Isa home selling timeline

Understanding the steps and timeline involved with selling any Mount Isa home or investment property is important right from the outset. Our local real estate market has its unique dynamics, so here is our detailed Mt Isa home selling timeline. It covers every step from initially preparing your home to be sold through to closing

Mount Isa rental law reforms
Property Management

Mount Isa rental law reforms

If you’re a Mount Isa landlord or tenant, or you’re thinking of becoming one, then it’s important to understand new laws that came into effect on 30 September this year, as well as laws that will commence on 1 May 2025. Read on to find out everything you need to know to ensure your legal