The ultimate guide to renting
Whether you’re renting for financial or lifestyle reasons, it’s important to understanding the process of finding and applying for a rental property, as well as your rights as a tenant.
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How to transition from a share house to your own rental
Nicole Madigan|Mar 10, 2021
A blossoming relationship, a pay rise, or simply a desire to take control of the TV remove might prompt an upgrade from a share house to a private rental. Here's what to consider.
Where landlords aren't allowed to increase rents
Amelia Barnes|Feb 5, 2021
Rent increases are still temporarily banned in much of Australia. Here's where it's illegal to raise rents, and what tenants can do about it.
How Adam went from renter to owner of two properties
Alexandra Cain|Sep 22, 2020
When it came to buying his first property, Adam doubled down and bought two. Here's how he did it, and other strategies renters can use to finally get into the market.
How much rent is too much to pay?
Nicole Madigan|Aug 20, 2020
With many renters facing stretched finances, this simple budgeting framework could help tenants avoid falling into rental stress.
Is rent still dead money after the COVID-19 crisis?
Alexandra Cain|Jun 12, 2020
Rents have come down in many locations, but record low interest rates still provide a compelling case for buying a property. Could renters get the best of both worlds?
How to secure a bargain when moving to a new rental
Dani Giannopoulos|May 19, 2020
Advertised rents are not set in stone. With the right assessment, evidence and offer, you can secure a bargain on your next rental.
Should you move home during COVID-19 to get cheaper rent?
Alexandra Cain|Apr 22, 2020
Tenants may be able to slash their rent by up to 30 per cent by moving to a new home as coronavirus restrictions affect the rental market.
The letter tenants can use to request a rent reduction
Sue Williams|Mar 31, 2020
Despite various economic rescue packages, plenty of tenants are still unable to pay rent. Here's how to ask landlords for leniency.
Six tips for nailing your next rental application
Dani Giannopoulos|Mar 21, 2020
If you're finding your rental applications knocked back with no explanation, this leasing agent's tips could explain why.
Got a deadbeat flatmate? You may end up with higher mortgage repayments
Alexandra Cain|Mar 5, 2020
Flatmates who do a runner from a share house could cost the remaining residents thousands in unpaid bills and put a major dent in their credit score.
