Taking the plunge into the property investment market is a great step forward to creating financial security. Unlike a number of other investments, property is usually considered a ‘passive’ investment. However successful property investment still requires you to make informed and well researched decisions. One of your most important decisions will be the ‘management’ of your investment property. This will include fi nding tenants, creating and signing lease documents, collecting a bond and regular rent and dealing with and managing maintenance issues.