HELP! Need some rental advice when there is no property manager

[Danielle_NZ]

Sorry I can't offer advice, all of my knowledge is in the New Zealand rental market, but I wish you all the best and remember you don't have to stay if things don't turn out the way you want...

[Kazbah]

Are you in a contract or are you outside the contract period? Like month - by - month?

[FabFiona]

What state are you in? Your State Government consumer affairs departments generally have fact sheets on these things.

[BrightSparkles]

Rent increases have to be given in writing and 60days notice (including postage time so make sure you check the envelope to see what date it was posted...)
They can only put it up to market value and if you believe it's not market value you can talk to the rental tribunral. I'd maybe give them a call anyway and just see what they say.

[Little Chicken]

I also think they can only do it so often as well, like every six months or so. I would definately get on to the tribunal for some independent advice, he sounds a bit dodgy.

[Fleur]

What state are you in? We had help years ago from the Tenants Advisory Service, I am sure there is something similar in each state. Google 'Tenants Advisory Service' should give you a few good hits. The people we saw were very helpful, I think you really need to speak to someone to find out your rights.

[AliBaby]

thanks girls, I have been having major issues with my vodafone internet tonight and have only jsut managed to get the internet back online.

We are out of agreement. We have been here for over 4 years. We originally rented through a RE but they have had nothing to do with it except for finding tenants. Everything else is private. WE do have a proper tenancy agreement though.

We are in NSW

[Fleur]

Alibaby, it sounds very much like the situation we ended up in. Definitely get onto somebody to find out what your rights are.
I know that even with an unfixed agreement you still have rights, but I think some landlords aren't too sure either (ie this guy thinks he is doing you a favour by putting it up in 2 increments befpore & after Christmas - but I don't think he can
Tenancy Laws in Australia