Tourism being the primary industry in Australia there is always an increasing demand for rental properties in beach resorts like Busselton and Bunbury and other cities like Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. October to March is the high season in Australia when it is really difficult to rent a house. The Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (RTA) regulates the public and private residential tenancies in Australia. It provides a framework protecting the tenants’ rights. The tenant has to understand the provisions of this Act clearly before signing the tenancy agreement which is signed between the tenant and the lessor for renting a property. The duration of a lease for a flat is usually for a minimum of six months and one year for a house.  The bond amount is on an average of 4 week’s rent out of which two weeks’ rent has to be paid in advance.

The contract is signed before you move in which specifies the contract length and maintenance of the property. Before signing the contract visit and make sure that all the things included in it are actually present in the property.  Gas and electricity charges are to be paid separately in addition to the monthly rent. he next step is to decide where you are going to rent a home and what type of home and your budget.  You can select one of the places with more populated areas as most of the shopping areas and tourist attractions are nearby. You can get easy and quick access to shopping areas, hospitals and police. You can also decide whether you want a large house or a small flat which is cost effective. If you plan to stay in Australia for more than 6 months, it is advisable to rent a house or a flat rather than staying in a hotel.

You can find home rentals in Australia on many real estate websites. Rent Australia is a good site with listings in all major cities and regions and accommodations of all types suiting every budget.  You can browse through many houses and pick your choice and discuss with the owner to fix up the house you have chosen.  Most of the web sites are free and you can fill out your request with your contact details and requirements on the online forms. If you plan ahead and gather all the information and care to follow the above suggestions, you will be able to rent a home in Australia.  Happy rental hunting!