New renter factsheets
Introducing our new printable factsheets for renters
At Tenants Victoria, we’re committed to empowering renters with the information they need to navigate the rental process with confidence. In response to the growing demand for clear and accessible guidance, we have developed 5 new printable factsheets designed to address some of the most pressing issues renters currently face.
Our factsheets provide straightforward, practical advice on the following key topics:
Rent increases
When your rent goes up, it’s important to know your rights and understand the steps you can take. This factsheet explains when and how rent increases can occur, how much notice your landlord must give you and what to do if you believe an increase is unreasonable.
Notices to vacate
Receiving a notice to vacate can be unsettling, but being informed about your rights and options can make all the difference. This factsheet breaks down the types of notices to vacate, what makes a notice valid, the eviction process and how to challenge a notice to vacate at VCAT.
Repairs
Repairs are a common concern for renters. Our repairs factsheet outlines your landlord’s obligations to keep the property in good repair, the steps to take if repairs are needed and how to address urgent repairs that aren’t being dealt with promptly.
Bonds
Understanding how bonds work can help you get back what you’re owed at the end of your lease. This factsheet provides essential information on the bonds process, what you need to know about condition reports, how to get your bond back and what to do if a dispute arises.
Ending your lease early
Life can be unpredictable, and if you find yourself needing to end your lease early, it’s important to know your rights and obligations. This factsheet details the circumstances under which you can terminate your lease, how to minimise or avoid unwanted costs and the steps you can take to ensure a smooth transition.
Ending your lease early – factsheet
We encourage you to print, use and share these factsheets with fellow renters so that they can also better understand their rights in today’s often challenging rental environment.
Community language resources
To better serve our diverse community, we have also created multiple factsheets, videos and guides in the following community languages: Arabic, Malay, Cantonese, South Sudanese – Dinka, Mandarin – Chinese Simplified, Dari/Farsi and Hindi and Punjabi.
Check out our Language resources page to find the information you need in your language.