Renting your home may keep you free from the shackles of a mortgage, but there are some pitfalls. We've all heard horror stories of being evicted on Christmas Eve, facing a rental hike as soon as you ask for something to be fixed, and losing your bond for no good reason. We'll help you understand your rights as a renter so your home is your castle – whether it's your castle or not.
Renting
Renting property
Your rights as a renter, and the dodgy practices to watch out for.
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First Nations community wins landmark legal battle in NT
The High Court has ruled that residents living in broken down homes are entitled to compensation.
Homeless for Christmas? Discrimination locking First Nations people out of housing
'They're not giving it to Blackfellas, that's just how it is out here.'
Queenslanders facing unaffordable rent increases
Many Queenslanders are struggling to keep a roof over their head as rents rise an average 23%.
How to break a rental lease
Terminating a property lease early is possible, but it's not always easy.
Black mould and renters' rights
What are your rights when black mould takes hold?
Rental rights you didn't know you had
The rental market is tough – but you do have some rights. We help to make sure you're aware of them.
Renters seeking compensation for substandard housing
The High Court has agreed to hear an argument that damages should be paid by negligent housing authorities.
'Huge win for renters' – landlord insurers change policies following CHOICE campaign
Renters will no longer be pursued over accidental property damage after investigations and a campaign by CHOICE and WEstjustice.
'Robodebt' for insurance – renters around Australia being unfairly pursued
We uncover more cases of renters being pursued by insurance firms over accidental property damage. It's time for change.
Insurers pursue renters for accidental property damage
Renters are being chased for accidental and unintentional damage costs after their landlords make insurance claims.
Renters left to freeze in poorly insulated homes
With winter fast approaching, we look at renters' rights to affordable heating – or the lack of them.
Renter protections for financial victims of COVID-19 start rolling out
NSW and Victoria have announced their plans, but other states and territories are still working out the details.
Tenant databases and blacklists – what can landlords and agents list about you?
Too many tenants are afraid of being blacklisted, but there are rules about what rental agents and landlords can list.
Rent payment schemes
Rental agents outsource rent processing and have tenants pick up the tab.
Utility connection services
Who really owns the service they're recommending?
It's time to make renting a safe and fair experience for everyone
People who rent shouldn't have to fight to get urgent repairs or run the risk of being kicked out for raising their concerns.
CHOICE report: rental rights in Australia have a long way to go
Renters live in fear of rent increases or eviction if they ask for repairs.
Aussie tenants get a raw deal
New report finds major issues with renting in Australia.
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