Renting

Rent relief program Rent relief program for vulnerable tenants extended in Western Australia The WA Government has extended its Rent Relief Program by six months, now running until 31 December 2025.Launched in December 2023, the program offers one-off payments of up to $5,000 to help tenants at risk of losing their homes cover rental arrears and future rent costs,...

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Theft at rentals Theft at rentals? What to do? Discovering a theft at your rental property can be unsettling, bringing feelings of frustration and insecurity. Along with the emotional impact, there are also practical matters to handle. If this happens, it’s important to take the right steps to address the situation and protect your interests. About...

rental is vandalised If your rental property is vandalised by someone who isn’t your tenant, here’s what you need to do. It can be upsetting to find that your rental property has been intentionally damaged. After investing so much money and effort into your property, it’s disheartening to see someone cause such destruction. To ensure the damage is repaired quickly, it’s...

selling for more than their listed price. Perth rents unchanged for fourth month. REIWA CEO Cath Hart said there were clear signs that the rental market was slowly changing. About MAVIN The long-term tightness in the Perth rental market has been slowly moderating, with median rents unchanged since March. According to REIWA’s latest data, the median...

rental is fit for tenants Making sure a rental is fit for tenants. Making sure a property for rent is safe for tenants is the responsibility of the landlord (or their property manager). Failing in can land the landlord in legal hot water and also impact the insurance cover on the rental property. Want some safety tips for rentals? Keep reading… About...

Rent bidding Rent bidding is banned from today Tenants can still voluntarily offer to pay more, which is common in a highly competitive market, and this is not regarded as rent bidding. About MAVIN The first set of rental reforms, addressing rent bidding and new provisions for retaliatory action, will come into effect today, Thursday 16 May. Rent...

maximizing rental income Strategies for maximizing rental income in Perth As a landlord or property owner in Perth, maximizing rental income is likely to be one of your top priorities. There are several strategies that you can use to increase your rental income and maximize your return on investment. In this article, we will provide you with some tips on how to maximize rental...

low vacancy rates The impact of low vacancy rates on tenants and landlords in Perth In recent times, the landscape of the rental market in Perth has been significantly shaped by dwindling vacancy rates, presenting both challenges and opportunities for tenants and landlords alike. According to PropTrack's Rental Vacancy Rates for September, the national vacancy rate hit a record...

While landlords do hold significant rights over their property, Tenant rental rights Tenant rental rights you might not know you had The relationship between tenants and property owners (or their agents) can sometimes be contentious, but with a clear understanding of rights and responsibilities on both sides, there's no need for conflict. Cooperation and...