Get Standard Form Residential Tenancy Agreement

Filling out the Standard Form Residential Tenancy Agreement online can streamline the rental process for both landlords and tenants. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to completing the agreement effectively and accurately, ensuring all necessary information is included.

Follow the steps to successfully fill out the agreement online.

1. To obtain the form, press the 'Get Form' button to access the document online and open it in your preferred editing tool.
2. Fill in the date when the agreement is made by entering the appropriate day, month, and year.
3. For the parties involved, enter the lessor's (landlord or head-tenant) name, phone number, email, and address. Be sure to provide complete and accurate information.
4. Next, enter tenant(s) information. Include the name, phone number, email, and address for each tenant, making sure to attach additional tenants' details if necessary.
5. If applicable, fill out the lessor’s agent's information, including their name, phone, email, and address.
6. Specify the address of the residential premises subject to this agreement, ensuring to include the street number, name, postcode, and suburb.
7. List all inclusions with the premises, noting any fittings or furniture that come with the rental.
8. Indicate the rent amount and specify the payment interval (weekly, fortnightly, or monthly). Clearly define when the rent is due each payment period.
9. Choose the method of payment—cash, direct bank transfer, cheque, or other—and provide any necessary details, such as bank account information for direct transfers.
10. If rent increases are permitted, provide the details under the rent increase section, including the timing and amount or method for calculating increased rent.
11. Outline any other charges the tenant is responsible for, such as utilities and services, indicating whether they are separately metered or how they will be calculated.
12. Indicate the duration of tenancy, specifying whether it is for a fixed term or a periodic tenancy and providing start and end dates if applicable.
13. Complete the bond amount section, ensuring it does not exceed the regulated limit, and understand the lessor's obligations regarding the bond.
14. Specify the address for service of documents for both the lessor and their agent, if applicable.
15. Review any terms regarding sub-letting, ensuring tenant consent is noted as required.
16. Fill in any special terms that have been negotiated, ensuring no conflict with the standard terms.
17. Finalize the agreement by providing signatures and dates from both the lessor and all tenants, and include witnesses as needed.

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