Hints for renting in the private market
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Private rental fact sheet series
As part of the department’s RentConnect service, a range of fact sheets are available for people wanting to find a home to rent in the private market. They offer practical information on how to find a suitable property, how to apply for a property and how to start a tenancy.
They include:
Identifying your housing needs (25Kb)- Documents you need to rent a property (58Kb)
- Finding a rental property (24Kb)
- Making a good impression (23Kb)
- Inspecting a rental property (24Kb)
- Applying for a tenancy (33Kb)
- Starting a tenancy (28Kb)
- Where to get help about renting (26Kb)
- Tenancy databases (25Kb)
RentConnect advisory service trial
The department will also offer assistance through RentConnect (25Kb). This new advisory service will initially be trialled in Caboolture and Central Queensland from late 2008.
RentConnect will involve local departmental officers working with people to identify what type of assistance they may need to find and secure a property to rent in the private market. This may include assisting with preparing rental applications and linking people to local real estate agents and community services. Low cost loans to meet set-up costs, such as rent in advance and moving costs, will also be available to eligible clients in the trial locations.
After the trial, the department will evaluate the RentConnect advisory service before considering further roll-out.
Assistance with bonds and rents
Renters in the private market can access assistance from the department with Bond Loans and Rental Grants.
If you receive a Bond Loan or Rental Grant from the department, remember to advise the department if you move. You should provide the department and your lessor/agent with your forwarding address.
What should I do if I am having problems with my lessor/agent?
The Department of Housing does not enter into disputes between lessors/agents and tenants. If you require assistance, contact the Residential Tenancies Authority, your local Tenant Advice and Advocacy Service (Queensland).
More information
View the map for your local Department of Housing office’s contact details.
Last updated 03 July 2008
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