Ending a tenancy

At the end of a tenancy agreement, the tenancy can be ended, or it can continue as either a fixed term or periodic agreement.

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Notice periods for ending a tenancy

There are rules and timeframes that must be followed when ending a tenancy. A notice ending a tenancy can be issued by a tenant, a property manager, or a property owner.

Notice periods for ending a tenancy
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Ending a tenancy agreement

A tenancy agreement is a legally binding agreement that can only be ended in certain ways.

Ending an agreement early (breaking a lease)
Excessive hardship
Abandoned property and goods
Repeated breaches of an agreement
Domestic violence in a rental property
When a property is for sale
Letter of Authority and Power of Attorney
Death of a tenant or lessor
QCAT order
Retaliatory action
Warrant of possession
Goods and documents left behind
Reletting costs
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Open houses and viewings

Understand the legislative requirements for selling and viewing a rental property in Queensland.

Open houses and viewings
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Vacating a property

Plan what you need to do before, during and after your move to ensure you don't miss any steps along the way.

Carpet cleaning and pest control
Rent, keys and other
Cleaning
Fair wear and tear
Exit condition report
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Bond refunds

A bond refund request should be completed and sent to the RTA when the tenancy has ended.

Understanding a Notice of claim
Transferring a bond
QCAT bond disputes
Outstanding bond payments