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Tenant Handbook

The tenant handbook provides you with a lot of useful information in relation to your tenancy. The handbook, in combination with your lease, sets out all you need to know about your rights and responsibilities.

  • Before you move in
    • What to expect as a tenant
      Keeping pets Your lease agreement Your rent amount How to pay your rent The condition report The bond Commonwealth Rent Assistance Your personal information is kept private
  • Moving in, settling in
    • Check the condition report
    • Check your smoke alarms
    • Your tenancy officer will be in touch
    • Getting your services connected
    • Property keys
  • Living in your home
    • Your rent account
      You must pay rent Rent reviews
    • Other payments you must make
    • Taking care of your property
    • If damage happens
    • Repairs and maintenance
      Who pays for the repairs and maintenance? How do I request repairs and maintenance Identification of maintenance staff How fast are the repairs done? Maintenance type and response
    • Decorating your home
    • Property Inspections
    • Extra guests
    • Being away from your place
    • If you are ill or injured
    • Tenant support
    • Being a good neighbour
    • Complaining about a neighbour
    • We respect your privacy
    • These visits may take place
    • Getting involved with Centacare Evolve Housing
    • How to make a complaint
    • Three important tips
  • Moving out
    • Moving to another property
    • Ending a tenancy
    • At the end of your tenancy
    • Getting your bond back
    • Debt recovery
    • Rent Credit
  • Buying a home
    • Buying a home
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