Frequently Asked Questions

The summer period is not called the "silly season" without good reason. Most people are moving, changing jobs, transferring inter-state and overseas, getting closer to kids' schools or work etc.

The impact of all this on the rental market is that most renewals, termination of tenancies, abandonment of premises and leaving behind goods, seems to all come about most at this time. As a consequence, the highest number of our enquiries have been on dealing with abandoned premises and abandoned goods.

Fortunately, abandoned goods are covered quite extensively in the Residential Tenancies Act. We have covered the most FAQ's in our Member's Website.

BOND LODGEMENTS

Banks charging for service

We have been receiving calls from members advising most banks are now charging a $10.00 per month bank fee to owners for bond Lodgement accounts. As this can be quite costly to owners, the other alternative is to lodge direct with the Bond Administration at the Ministry of Fair Trading. Forms for bond Lodgement can be obtained through the Landlords Advisory Service, these should be completed in full and lodged within 14 days of the person's receipt of the bond.

CREDIT CHECKS

Is it worth it?

We have received a number of calls from owners requesting Credit Checks. These can be carried out through Landlords Advisory Service, and may prove to be invaluable. This service can be carried out between 10am-4pm daily. The information required from Landlords can be taken from the application form (Date of Birth, Drivers License, and Full names) the more information supplied can ensure an accurate check. A number of checks will indicate no outstanding debts, however it's Murphy's Law the one you don't check will be the one you should have!!
Each check costs $15.00

HELP US HELP YOU

Stop bad tenants.

Any bad tenants can be placed on the National Tenancy Database, we will require a copy of the court judgment. Help other members from having to undergo the trauma!