Get Form 20a

This guide provides you with a comprehensive overview of how to fill out the Form 20a online for appointing a resident letting agent for permanent lettings. Follow the steps below to ensure you complete the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to fill out the Form 20a online:

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Review Part 9 where you will appoint a sole agent. Indicate the agent’s name and details clearly, acknowledging that they are the only authorized person for the property management.
3. In Part 10, input the bank account details where payments will be made. Include necessary information such as bank name, BSB, account number, and account name.
4. Proceed to Part 11 to provide insurance details. Ensure that you maintain a public liability insurance policy for at least $5 million and fill in the insurer's name, policy number, and contact information for the insurance agent.
5. In Part 12, understand the presentation of the property and how the agent will act consistently with client preferences. No action is required here but familiarize yourself.
6. Continue to Part 13 to acknowledge the agent's responsibilities; no input is needed, but ensure you’re aware of what the agent will manage.
7. In Part 14, specify the responsibilities and acknowledgments required of the client, and confer if there are multiple clients to authorize instructions accordingly.
8. Review Part 17 to note the commission structure, ensuring you understand the letting fee and any applicable management fees.
9. Complete any other conditions listed in Part 18, ensuring compliance is understood, especially regarding property sale or transfer requirements.
10. Finally, sign both parts at the end of the form in Part 20, ensuring that both the client and agent's signatures are correctly added.
11. After completing all sections, save changes, download a copy, print the form, or share it as necessary.

Start filling out your Form 20a online today to appoint your resident letting agent efficiently.