Property Management for New-Build Investment Properties
New builds come with their own set of challenges. FAA Property manages the full process from pre-settlement leasing through to defect follow-up and ongoing tenancy management.
NEW BUILD CHALLENGES
What Goes Wrong When New Builds Aren't Managed Properly
A brand-new property should be the easiest to lease. But without preparation, new-build owners often face weeks of vacancy and missed defect claims.
Builder Delays and Uncertainty
Settlement dates shift. Handover timelines change. If your property manager isn't across the build progress, your leasing plan falls apart before it starts.
Defects Go Unnoticed
New builds aren't perfect. Paint flaws, tiling issues, plumbing faults. If nobody documents them at handover, you'll be paying to fix the builder's work after the warranty period ends.
Leasing Starts Too Late
Most owners don't think about tenants until after settlement. That means weeks of vacancy while photos are taken, ads go up and applications trickle in.
No One Coordinates the Handover
Keys from the builder, utility connections, body corporate contacts, compliance certificates. It all needs to come together before a tenant can move in.
THE FAA APPROACH
Why New-Build Owners Choose FAA Property
We work with investors who've purchased new-build properties across Queensland, including house-and-land packages, off-the-plan apartments and townhouse developments.
The difference with FAA is timing. We get involved before settlement, not after. That means your leasing campaign is ready to launch as soon as you take possession. Your handover inspection is documented properly. And any builder defects are tracked from day one while the warranty is still active.
For interstate investors especially, having someone on the ground who can attend the handover, coordinate the leasing and manage the property from the start makes a real difference to vacancy periods and early returns.
HOW IT WORKS
New Build Management Process
Pre-Settlement Leasing Prep
Before your property settles, we begin preparing the leasing campaign. Marketing materials, rental pricing analysis and tenant enquiry systems are set up early so there's no delay once the keys are in hand.
Handover Inspection and Defect Documentation
We conduct a thorough inspection at handover, documenting any builder defects with photos and a written report. This gives you a clear record to raise with the builder during the defect liability period.
Tenant Placement
Your property is listed immediately after handover. We screen applicants through employment checks, rental history review and tenancy database searches, then place a quality tenant as quickly as possible.
Defect Follow-Up During Warranty
Builder defects often surface in the first 6 to 12 months. We help track reported issues, coordinate access with the builder and keep you updated on what's been raised and resolved.
Ongoing Investment Management
Once your tenant is settled, full management kicks in. Rent collection, inspections, maintenance, arrears monitoring and rent reviews are all handled by your dedicated property manager.
FULL SERVICE
What's Included in New Build Management
New Build Property Management Questions
Ideally, 8 to 12 weeks before your expected settlement date. That gives us time to prepare the leasing campaign, set pricing and have enquiries ready before you get the keys.
We adjust the leasing timeline to match. If your settlement date shifts, we'll hold off on marketing until the new date is confirmed to avoid misleading prospective tenants.
We document any visible defects during the handover inspection with photos and written notes. During the defect liability period (typically 6 to 12 months), we help track new issues reported by the tenant and coordinate access for the builder to complete rectification work.
With pre-settlement preparation, we can often have a tenant approved within the first two weeks. The exact timeline depends on market conditions, property presentation and pricing.
It helps, but it's not essential. If you're an interstate investor or can't attend, we'll conduct the inspection on your behalf and send you the full defect report with photos.
Yes. We help coordinate the connection of electricity, gas and water so the property is ready for a tenant to move in promptly after settlement.
Once the builder's defect liability period expires, maintenance becomes the owner's responsibility. We'll coordinate any necessary repairs through our vetted contractor network and get your approval before work proceeds.
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Full builder warranty, maximum depreciation and tenants who want something modern.
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