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At TLC, our mission is simple: to help everyday families succeed through property.

We’re a family-run business rooted in the community, offering personalised, trustworthy service you can rely on.

And we're here to help you transform your life with the power of property.

MEET THE TEAM

Laura - FOUNDER & CEO

Hi, I'm Laura!

I am a Landlord, mum, property investor and huge believer in the power of property. TLC is here to help everyday families transform their lives with honest, down-to-earth and genuine property support, and I love that I get to make a difference to the lives of our clients and community everyday.

Johannah - PRoperty Manager

Hi, I'm Jo!

I started out with TLC as an assistant, moving to administrator and working up to a full-time Property Manager. I love helping our clients, tenants, guests and everyone else we get to support in the TLC community.

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18/12/2025 - OFF MARKET LEASING - Our experience

Why Off-Market Leasing Can Be the Smartest Choice for Landlords

When most people think about leasing a property, they picture online listings, open inspections, and weeks of uncertainty. But sometimes, the best leasing outcomes happen quietly, behind the scenes, through trusted relationships.

Recently, we leased a Glenelg East property off-market, directly from our tenant database. No advertising. No open inspections. And a positive outcome for both landlord and tenant.

Here’s why off-market leasing can be a powerful option, when done the right way.

What Is Off-Market Leasing?

Off-market leasing means securing a tenant without publicly advertising the property. Instead, we:

  • Review our existing tenant database

  • Identify suitable, pre-qualified tenants

  • Match the property with someone we already know

It’s not about rushing a lease, it’s about making the right match.

The Landlord Benefits

  • Savings on Marketing Costs: With no online advertising or photography required, the landlord saved on marketing fees, without compromising on tenant quality.

  • Confidence Through Familiarity: We matched the home with a tenant we already had an established relationship with. That means:

    • A proven rental history

    • Known communication style

    • Confidence the home will be respected and cared for

  • Reduced Stress

  • No open inspections.

  • No uncertainty.

  • Just a clear, efficient process with full transparency.

  • A Win for the Tenant Too

Off-market leasing isn’t just about landlords, it benefits tenants as well. For the tenant, this meant:

  • A smooth and respectful process

  • No competing inspections

  • Clear communication

  • A home that suited their needs

When both parties feel supported, tenancies start on the right foot.

Why Relationships Matter in Property Management

At TLC Properties SA, we don’t believe leasing is just a transaction. It’s a relationship, between landlord, tenant, and property manager. Because we offer: Residential Property Management, Sales and Holiday Rental Management, we often support clients through major life transitions. That perspective allows us to approach leasing with care, context, and long-term thinking.

Is Off-Market Leasing Right for Every Property?

No, and we’ll always be honest about that. But in the right circumstances, off-market leasing can:

  • Reduce vacancy time

  • Lower costs

  • Attract quality tenants

  • Create a calmer, more considered leasing experience

The key is having a property manager with the database, systems, and relationships to do it properly.

Thinking About Leasing Your Property? Before you advertise, let’s have a conversation. Sometimes, the right tenant is already waiting.

Get in touch to explore whether off-market leasing could work for your property.

What's the value of your property?

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