1. Rental law changes relating to ending tenancies, renting with pets and the introduction of repair orders commenced as of 1 October 2022. Learn more.
2. Minimum housing standards came into effect for new tenancies (including renewed tenancy agreements) from 1 September 2023. They will come into effect for all remaining tenancies on 1 September 2024. Learn more.
This webinar was recorded prior to the rental law changes coming into effect, and some information may be out of date.
When a tenant abandons a rental property, it is important for the property manager/owner to know what to do and follow correct processes to end the tenancy and to deal with any possessions left behind.
This 11-minute practical webinar goes through the steps of what is required and covers:
- the first signs of abandonment and steps to take
- options to terminate the tenancy
- what happens if the tenant has not abandoned the property
- personal documents and the Public Trustee
- disposal of goods.
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