The Talking Tenancies podcast is brought to you by the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) and explores everything you need to know about renting in Queensland. We are a state government statutory body that helps make renting work for everyone, providing tenancy information and support, bond management, dispute resolution, compliance and enforcement, and education services.
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13 Sep 2021
Special terms
In this episode of Talking Tenancies, we explore special terms on a tenancy agreement with Adam Busato from the RTA.
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30 Aug 2021
High density unit living
Apartment and body corporate living has its own challenges and rewards. Living in close proximity to others calls for greater consideration and sensitivity, but being part of a tight-knit community can be greatly rewarding.
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2 Aug 2021
When a property becomes unliveable
When a property becomes unlivable, there are usually two options – to end the tenancy or to continue the tenancy.
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22 Jul 2021
Water charges and leaks
In this episode of Talking Tenancies, we explore water charges and leaks in a rental property and discuss the rights and responsibilities of tenants and managing parties with RTA Customer Experience Acting Team Leader Michaela Alletsee.
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5 Jul 2021
Self resolution in tenancy disputes
In this week’s episode of the Talking Tenancies podcast, we discuss self resolution steps with Shae Francis from Customer Experience at the RTA.
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21 Jun 2021
Utilities - charges and responsibilities
In this episode of Talking Tenancies, we discuss the charges and responsibilities that apply to utilities in a rental property with Acting Customer Experience Team Leader, Jill Davidson.
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7 Jun 2021
Smoke alarm safety
In this week’s episode of the Talking Tenancies podcast, we discuss the importance of smoke alarm maintenance and safety for tenants and managing parties with Senior Support Officer, Sarah Halligan.
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24 May 2021
Selling a rental property
In this week’s episode of the Talking Tenancies podcast, we discuss what is required from all parties when a rental property is for sale with Matt Sturgess from Customer Experience at the RTA.