There are rules that apply to tenants and property manager/owners in Queensland. These rules may differ from those in other states or countries.

• Choosing a rental property – tenants should make sure a property matches their lifestyle and needs before signing a tenancy agreement. 
  • tips for choosing a rental property
  • Key deposit
  • holding deposits
  • pets
  • rent bidding
  • tenancy databases
  • Queensland tenancy laws

• Tenancy agreements – explains the types of tenancy agreements and what they must include:
  • general tenancy agreements
  • moveable dwelling agreements
  • rooming accommodation agreements
  • residents with impaired capacity in rooming accommodation
  • share homes, co-tenancies and sub-letting
  • no written tenancy agreement
  • agreements not covered by the Act

• Students – explains the rules and responsibilities for renting as well as information on how international students can receive bond refunds.

• Useful contacts for tenants – other organisations that can assist tenants.

This video and other first-time renting resources have been developed for young people by the Queensland Youth Housing Coalition.