Dear Landlords, we are writing to let you know about proposed changes to the laws for residential rental properties and how you can help protect landlords’ rights.
You may already be aware of recommendations such as freezing rent, capping rent increases, removing landlords’ rights to refuse pets, abolishing no-grounds termination notices and introducing portable bonds.
For the most recent Bill , [External Link] Residential Tenancies Amendment (Rent Freeze) Bill 2023,
From the REINSW Roadshows summary
– Rent Payable under a tenancy agreement must not be increased during the freeze period.
– Rent freeze will end 2 years after the commencement day
– Rent payable must not be more than
1) if under agreement on 30th June 2023 , then the rent payable is at that time or
2) the median rent that is for the same exact property in the same postcode as outlined in RENT TABLES MARCH 2023
- Watch the call-to-action video [External Link] here.
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) is working to protect landlords in these key areas, with your support. Here’s how you can help.
Click the button link below to send one of our fast pre-written emails to your MP. Then, simply:
- Choose the option for ‘Landlord’
- Enter your postcode,
- Click ‘Send’ and the email will be personalised and sent to your local MP for you.
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Please take a few moments to send this email to your local MP that will help both landlords and tenants, making sure the rental market is fair for everyone.
Thank you for your support.
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The Please review this new bill being passed through legislation at the moment [External Link] Residential Tenancies Amendment (Rent Freeze) Bill 2023.