Legal Guides
Queensland Condition Reports
QLD law requires a Condition Report to be completed by the tenant and landlord at the beginning and end of the tenancy. You must use the standard form condition reports provided by the Queensland R...
NSW Rental Bonds
The maximum Rental Bond that can be charged in NSW is equivalent to 4 weeks rent and it is mandatory to deposit the Bond with the NSW Rental Bond Board. This guide covers landlords (or head-ten...
South Australia Termination by Landlord
The landlord can only terminate the tenancy agreement under certain circumstances, which are listed below. Landlords should ensure they use the correct notice and abide by the minimum notice period...
Paying rent
Rent is the money paid regularly by a tenant to the landlord in return for the right to use a premises. The residential tenancy agreement will detail the amount of the rent and when it should be...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
