Selling a Tenanted Property in WA: Notice, Access & Bonds
Selling a WA rental with tenants? Learn fixed-term and periodic rules, 30-day vacant-possession notice, Form 19 access, buyer inspections and bond changes.
WA tenancy guides for tenants and landlords
Practical answers to Western Australian rental questions, with the rights, responsibilities, evidence and next steps both sides need.
WA Rental Applications: How Landlords Can Screen Tenants Lawfully
WA rental applications explained: landlord screening rules, Form 18, rent bidding, option fees, discrimination and tenancy database requirements.
Subletting & Shared Tenancies in WA: Landlord Rules, Bonds & Housemates
Can a WA tenant sublet or add a housemate? Learn the rules for landlord consent, co-tenants, subtenants, bond changes and who is liable for rent and damage.
Paying Rent in WA: Fee-Free Methods, Receipts, Rent in Advance & Late Fees
How must rent be paid in WA? Learn the rules for fee-free payment methods, rent receipts, rent in advance, third-party apps and prohibited late fees.
WA Rental Modifications: Form 26, the 14-Day Rule & When Landlords Can Say No
Can a WA tenant drill holes, hang pictures or install flyscreens? Learn the Form 26 process, 14-day deadline, landlord refusal rules and tenant responsibilities.
WA Tenant Blacklists: When Can a Landlord List a Tenant?
When can a WA tenant be put on a rental blacklist? Learn the tenancy database rules, 14-day notice, three-year limit and how incorrect listings are removed.
WA Rental Security Standards: What Landlords Must Provide
Does your WA rental meet minimum security standards? Check the rules for door locks, windows, entry lighting, RCDs and smoke alarms landlords must provide.
Tenant Abandoned Your WA Rental? Form 12, Form 13 & What Landlords Must Do
Think your WA tenant has abandoned the property? Learn the Form 12 24-hour process, Form 13 seven-day rule, lawful entry and what to do with belongings left behind.
Who Pays Water, Electricity & Gas Bills in a WA Rental?
Who pays water, electricity and gas bills in a WA rental? Learn the 30-day billing rule, water usage charges, shared meters and what landlords cannot pass on.
Pets in WA Rentals: Form 25, the 14-Day Rule & When Landlords Can Say No
Can a WA landlord refuse a pet? Learn the Form 25 process, 14-day deadline, automatic approval rules, pet conditions and the $350 pet bond.
Ending a Tenancy in WA: Form 1C, Notice Periods & Fixed vs Periodic Leases
Ending a rental tenancy in Western Australia? Learn when landlords use Form 1C, the 30 and 60-day notice rules, fixed vs periodic leases and common mistakes.
Rent Increases in WA: Form 10, 60 Days’ Notice & the 12-Month Rule
Increasing rent in Western Australia? Learn the 2026 rules for Form 10, 60 days’ notice, fixed and periodic leases, renewals and the 12-month limit.
Rental Bond Claims in WA: What Landlords Can Claim and the 2026 Process
WA landlords can claim only supported tenancy losses from a rental bond. Learn the 2026 release process, evidence standards and tenant response rights.
Breaking a Lease in WA: What Tenants May Pay and What Landlords Must Do
Breaking a fixed-term lease in WA can involve rent and reasonable reletting costs, but landlords must minimise their loss. See what both sides should do.
Do Tenants Have to Report Damage in WA? Storm and Fence Damage Explained
WA tenants must report rental property damage as soon as practicable. Learn what to report after a storm, who may pay, and what landlords should do.
Urgent Repairs in WA Rentals: Hot Water and the 24-Hour Rule
No hot water in a WA rental? Learn when the 24-hour urgent-repair rule applies, what tenants should check, and what landlords must arrange.
Rent Arrears in WA: Form 21, Notice Options and Landlord Mistakes
A practical WA landlord guide to rent arrears, Form 21, Form 1A and Form 1B, including notice periods, service, records and common mistakes.
What Evidence May the Magistrates Court Consider in WA Tenancy Matters?
A practical guide for WA landlords on evidence the Magistrates Court may consider in tenancy disputes, including what can strengthen or weaken a case.
How to Properly Document a Tenancy Breach in WA (Without Escalating Conflict)
A practical guide for WA landlords on documenting tenancy breaches properly, including communication channels, evidence timelines, and what the Magistrates Court will expect to see.
WA Form 19 Notice of Entry: How to Access a Rental Property Lawfully (Without Escalating)
A conservative, WA-specific guide to using Form 19 (Notice of proposed entry), avoiding common mistakes, and keeping an evidence-friendly access record.
How to Write Calm, Evidence-Friendly Emails to Tenants in WA
A practical guide for WA landlords on writing calm, professional tenancy emails that reduce escalation and protect you if disputes arise.
Breach Notices in WA: When to Use Form 20 and Common Landlord Mistakes
A practical guide for WA landlords on issuing a breach notice using Form 20, including when it can be used, how to complete it correctly, and mistakes that can undermine enforcement.
Routine Inspections in WA: Form 19, Notice Periods, and Common Mistakes
A practical guide for WA self-managing landlords covering routine inspection rules, Form 19 notice requirements, inspection frequency, and how to stay compliant.