Legal Guides

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Condition Reports

Condition Reports record the general state of repair and condition of the rental premises at the beginning and end of the tenancy. Condition Reports are required by law in all States and Territorie...

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Legal Introduction for Share Accommodation

Finding or offering share accommodation is a fun social interaction, however, a few simple steps can make the whole process a lot simpler and safer for everyone. Discussing rights and responsib...

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Holding Deposits

‘Holding deposits’ colloquially refers to pre-tenancy payments made by tenants to landlords designed to secure the tenancy and ensure the agreement goes ahead as planned. This guide covers la...

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Planning Laws affecting Rental Accommodation

Planning laws and strata by-laws can affect whether and how you can provide rental accommodation. You should check your local planning laws and strata by-laws (if applicable) before offering accomm...

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Bonds & Security Deposits

Bonds are pre-tenancy payments made by tenants to landlord (or head tenant) to provide security against damage to the property or unpaid rent. In most states you are required by law to lodge or reg...

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ACT Rent Payments

In the ACT the maximum rent in advance a landlord can ask for is 2 weeks. Receipts are required by law for any rent paid in person (cash or cheque). The landlord must give 8 weeks written notice fo...

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Tasmania Holding Deposits

In TAS, Holding Deposits are known as Holding Fees or Holding Agreements. The Holding Fee holds the property for the prospective tenant for at least 7 days. This guide covers landlords (or head...

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Tasmania Rent Payments

In TAS the standard amount of rent to be paid in advance is 2 weeks. Receipts are required by law for any rent paid in cash or cheque. The landlord must give 60 days written notice for any rent inc...

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Tasmania Tenancy Agreements

In TAS there are legal requirements of what needs to be included in all tenancy agreements. If is strongly recommended to use a written agreement and landlords should provide tenants with a copy of...

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Tasmania Condition Reports

TAS law requires a Condition Report to be completed by the tenant and landlord at the beginning and end of the tenancy if the tenant pays a Bond or Security Deposit. You should use the standard for...

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Tasmania Bonds

The maximum Bond that can be charged in TAS is the equivalent of 4 weeks’ rent. The Bond must be lodged with MyBond, a division of Consumer, Building and Occupational Services. This guide cover...

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