Victoria's rental laws have changed. Here's what you need to know
4 years ago

Victoria's rental laws have changed. Here's what you need to know

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If you are among the one in four people in Victoria who rent a home, or if you own an investment property, changes to the more than 130 rental law changes taking effect on Monday could have a big impact on your life. According to Victoria's Consumer Affairs department, landlords can refuse changes if they break owners corporation rules or if the modifications can't be reversed. Real Estate Institute of Victoria president Leah Calnan wants to reassure owners the change shouldn't result in "a free-for-all", enabling tenants to go to town and paint the walls bright pink. Landlords will need to provide a valid reason if they choose to end a tenant's lease — "no specified reason" is no longer an acceptable answer. It's a change Tenants Victoria's chief solicitor Ben Cording describes as "massive".

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As Western Australia's rental reforms take effect, there are concerns not everyone will benefit

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