Do Tenants Have to Mow the Lawn and Tend the Garden? What Queensland Agents Expect
Do Tenants Have to Mow the Lawn and Tend the Garden? What Queensland Agents Expect – Yes, normally, tenants in Queensland have the responsibility of undertaking tasks such as cutting grass, trimming, weed removal, and basic garden maintenance where these tasks are included in the tenancy agreement. But not all garden-related tasks are the responsibility […]
How to Dispute a Bond Deduction With the RTA (Step-by-Step)
You have a tonne to do to move house, the last thing you want to receive is your final inspection report and find out a chunk of your bond has been held back for things you’re not sure about. Whether your landlord has said the carpets weren’t properly clean when you already had them professionally […]
Bond Cleaning in Brisbane’s Humid Summer: Extra Steps to Prevent Mould
Summers in Brisbane are characterized by pleasant warmth, elevated humidity levels and the occasional rainfall which can cool things down for a little. The summer weather in Brisbane lends the city a sense of vitality and refreshing zest, and can also contribute to dampness indoors, which provides fertile ground for mold. This is not just […]
6 Surprising Places Dust and Grime Build Up in Your Home
6 Surprising Places Dust and Grime Build Up in Your Home – You have swept the floors, wiped the countertops, and dusted the shelves, but you may still not feel like your home is fresh. Why? Because dust and dirt can accumulate in spots that can easily be overlooked. Spots where dust, hair, grease, cobwebs, […]
How to Clean Bathroom Mould Before a Rental Inspection
Living in a house for a long time can give rise to mould across different parts of the house. Moulds are common in the kitchen and in the bathroom. These must be properly cleared before you move out of the house. Not cleaning the mould properly can lead to a deduction in the bond deposit. […]
Brisbane Rental Market: What New Tenants Should Know About Bonds
Before you rent a new place in Brisbane, you need to know certain things about the rental agreement and bond deposit. You need to pay the bond deposit as a security fee for the property. Knowing about the rules and fees in advance can help you to easily manage your expenses and plan proper budgeting […]
Rental Property Cleaning Checklist for a Stress-Free Move-Out
Rental Property Cleaning Checklist for a Stress-Free Move-Out – Leaving your rental property might be fun, but there is a lot of responsibility involved with this activity. From packaging your belongings to transporting them to the new house and changing your address, the last thing you need is the stress of failing a move-out inspection. […]
Eco-Friendly Bond Cleaning: Is It Effective for Rental Inspections?
It entails many obligations when vacating a rented property, among them the cleaning of the premises. A spotless house increases the possibility of the return of the entire bond. As of today, the majority of clients prefer an environmentally safe cleaning method, which is beneficial in terms of human and animal welfare as well as […]
17 Places Every Brisbane Tenant Forgets to Clean (And Property Managers Never Miss)
The cleaning task is done and your premises are clean as a whistle. However, the property manager still has something to complain about during the inspection. That’s because the bond cleaning process consists of more than just cleaning visible dirt. Property managers know how to check inaccessible places, like behind the fridge or under the […]
Before & After Bond Cleaning: 25 Real Transformations That Helped Tenants Get Their Full Bond Back
Moving out is already a burdensome experience, but it can also be distressful because you may not know if you will get your bond back or not. Have you ever been in a vacant tenancy wondering if the grease in the kitchen, stains in the bathroom, or carpet would result in you losing your hard-earned […]
