Property owners can choose to rent out secondary dwellings, such as granny flats to non-household members. It’s important that property owners discuss all terms of an agreement with tenants/residents and ensure the property meets the required s

Pest Control

Dec 4th, 2023 10m

Maintaining pest control measures in a rental property are all part of maintaining a healthy living environment and meeting minimum housing standards in Queensland. RTA's expert, Lori Lynam joins us to explain the obligations of property owner/

Minimum Housing Standards

Jul 21st, 2023 16m 20s

New rules around minimum housing standards are due to come into effect on 1 September 2023 for new tenancies and 1 September 2024 for all tenancies. Minimum housing standards aim to ensure rental properties are safe, secure and functional. They

Rent increases

Jun 23rd, 2023 14m 11s

From 1 July 2023, changes to limit rent increase frequency to once every 12 months will come into effect for all new and existing tenancies. In this episode, RTA's expert, Sam Galer takes us through the legislative changes and what they mean f

How to deal with mould

Feb 19th, 2023 6m 55s

Mould is something every Queenslander is familiar with, as our warm and wet weather is a key driver in the production of mould at different times of the year. Mould may grow indoors in wet or moist areas that lack adequate ventilation, includi

Repair orders and more

Oct 23rd, 2022 8m 42s

Queensland tenancy laws are changing from 1 October 2022, the new laws provide tenants, property managers and owners with a greater number of reasons to end a tenancy, introduces a framework for negotiating renting with pets, repair orders as w

First time renters

Oct 20th, 2022 25m 41s

There’s a lot to remember when it comes to renting a property and it can be quite overwhelming if you’ve never done it before, trying to find your way on your own. Renting rules and legislation can vary quite a lot state to state, so first time

Renting with pets

Oct 16th, 2022 10m 42s

Ending a tenancy

Oct 9th, 2022 7m 20s

Queensland tenancy laws have changed from 1 October 2022 providing property managers, owners and tenants with a greater number of reasons to end a tenancy, the introduction of a framework for negotiating renting with pets, repair orders as well

Rental law changes overview

Sep 25th, 2022 11m 8s

Queensland tenancy laws are changing from 1 October 2022, the new laws provide tenants, property managers and owners with a greater number of reasons to end a tenancy, a framework for negotiating renting with pets and repair orders as well as a

What is fair wear and tear?

Jun 5th, 2022 10m 46s

For a term bandied around a lot, the term wear and tear claims a fair share of the debate over damage to rented properties. When you put fair in front of the wear and tear part the interpretation becomes even more complex. In this episode, we

Compliance and enforcement strategy

May 22nd, 2022 8m 43s

The RTA’s Compliance and Enforcement function supports fairness in the rental sector through ensuring that all parties to a tenancy comply with the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (the Act). In this episode of Talking T

Nuisance neighbours

May 8th, 2022 13m 19s

Whether renting or not, neighbours can sometimes impact the quiet enjoyment of our living environment – this can stem from noise, smoking, parking, rubbish or overgrown properties. In this episode, we aim to give you some tips on how to live in

Rooming accommodation

Apr 24th, 2022 18m 15s

The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (the Act) contains the rules covering rooming accommodation such as boarding houses, hostels, and off-campus student accommodation in Queensland. In this episode of Talking Tenancies,

The evolution of RTA Web Services

Apr 10th, 2022 16m 25s

RTA Web Services make updating your bond details and completing essential tenancy transactions faster, easier, and more convenient for all parties. The RTA's Tim Perrott joins us this episode to step us through each RTA Web Service and how it w

Taking photos in a rental property

Mar 27th, 2022 16m 30s

At different stages of a tenancy, a property manager/owner or prospective buyer/tenant may want to take photos inside and outside of the rental property for various reasons, such as to advertise a property for sale or re-let, or during inspecti

Beyond dispute resolution - next steps

Mar 13th, 2022 14m 20s

Sometimes during the life of a tenancy, disagreements may occur between the parties involved. The RTA is here to help all parties in an impartial way, whilst ensuring all obligations under the legislation are met through our dispute resolution

Mythbusting the role of the RTA

Feb 27th, 2022 13m 15s

In this episode we will bust some myths and misconceptions to help get a greater understanding of the RTA’s role and what we do to support the Queensland rental sector with the RTA's Rowan Bayliss.

How we can help you better when you call

Feb 13th, 2022 13m 44s

When you contact us at the RTA, there is some information you can gather to make sure we can provide the right information for your situation and the support you need. Being prepared before picking up the phone and understanding the RTA’s role

Tips for students renting in Queensland

Jan 30th, 2022 13m 21s

Whether students are renting in purpose-built student accommodation, sharing a house with others or going it alone in a unit, it’s important they understand their tenancy rights and responsibilities. For some students, this may be their firs

What is a tenancy agreement?

Jan 16th, 2022 15m 21s

A tenancy agreement is a legally binding, written agreement between a tenant and a managing party. An agreement must be used even if it is between family or friends. RTA's Helen Doogan joins us to talk about the different agreements and their

Caravans and moveable dwellings

Jan 2nd, 2022 12m 5s

The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (the Act) applies to renting a place to live in Queensland – including tenancy agreements for caravans, caravan sites, houseboats, rented manufactured homes and moveable dwellings for

Festive season safety and security

Dec 19th, 2021 11m 44s

As the end of the year rapidly approaches, it can be easy to get carried away during the festive season with celebrations and commitments. In this episode, we have some tips and reminders to help tenants plan for a happy, safe secure and enjoya

Domestic and family violence protections

Dec 5th, 2021 16m 52s

Everyone deserves to feel safe at home, and domestic and family violence is never acceptable. Domestic and family violence (DFV) occurs when one person in an intimate personal, family or informal carer relationship uses violence or abuse to m

How to protect yourself from rental scams

Nov 21st, 2021 16m 37s

The Residential Tenancies Authority urges Queensland tenants to remain vigilant and be alert when searching for their next rental property. Common scams can include online classified ads or social media posts from people pretending to be real