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What is my share accommodation situation? - Victoria

Your rights and responsibilities as a renter in Victoria

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Here is some information about your rights & responsibilities as a tenant:

Your rights and responsibilities

Your rights as a tenant

The landlord may claim an amount of the Rental Bond for the following:

• Rent in Arrears—Rent in arrears if the premises has been vacated by the tenant,
• Damage—Damage to the premises by the tenant or their guests that is not fair wear and tear,
• Losses caused by Tenant—Any loss of the landlord’s goods caused by the tenant’s acts or omissions, other than fair wear and tear,
• Cleaning Costs—Cleaning costs due to the tenant’s failure to keep the premises reasonably clean, having regard to fair wear and tear,
• Abandonment Costs—Costs associated with the tenant abandoning the premises, or
• Other Liabilities—Other costs for which the landlord is liable which were to be paid by the tenant under the agreement—e.g. unpaid utilities.

You can find more information here: Share Accommodation | Flatmates.com.au

Some tips to make sure you get your bond back:

Top Tips to Make Sure You Get Your Bond Back – Insider Guides

• Read your leas so you know what to expect
• Fill out the condition report accurately
• Take photos of the property when you first move in
• Fix issues as they arise
• Pay your rent
• Don’t lose your keys!
• Clean during your tenancy
• Give proper notice that you will be leaving
  

You can find information here:

Repairs and maintenance – Tenants Victoria