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We have lots of topics on your rights as a renter. To help you find what you need, we have organised this information under different stages of renting and situations you may find yourself in while renting.
Starting your tenancy
Moving into a new home can be exciting but there are lots of things to do. Make sure you have everything you need to start your tenancy smoothly.
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During your tenancy
Learn about your rights at home, what the landlord (rental provider) must pay for, and how to deal with rent increases and problems paying rent.
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Ending your tenancy
Moving out can be exciting or stressful, or both! Find out what you need to do when you want to leave, and what your rights are if the landlord (rental provider) wants you to leave.
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Issues with your landlord
Learn about the steps you can take if you have a dispute with your landlord (rental provider). We cover what to do if they don’t follow their duties under the law, going to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), and how to make a complaint.
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Rental types
Your rental rights and responsibilities can differ across different rental types. See our summaries about renting in private rentals, community housing, public housing, rooming houses and caravan parks.
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Situations while renting
While you are renting, things may change or happen in your life that affect your tenancy. Some situations can mean additional rental rights apply to you, or that you can get extra help resolving issues.
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Language resources
We have information for renters in 8 community languages: Arabic, Bahasa Melayu (Malay), Cantonese, Chinese Simplified, Dari/Farsi, Hindi, Punjabi and South Sudanese (Dinka).
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