• Goods left behind in a rental property
    Jan 21 2026

    When goods and documents are left behind in a rental property or room, they must be returned or disposed of according to specific rules. In this episode we are joined by the RTA's Marc Fidler to help us understand what should be done when goods are left behind in a rental property.

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    12 mins
  • Applying for a rental property
    Dec 8 2025

    So you’ve made the decision to start renting or begin looking for a new rental property. As you search for your new home, you will be required to submit tenancy application forms. With this process, there are some important things to be aware of. In this episode we are joined by the RTA's Cassie Chow to unpack what you need to know about applying for a rental property, including information about searching for a rental property and making a tenancy application.

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    14 mins
  • Tips for renting a property with others
    Oct 7 2025

    This podcast episode explores the ins and outs of renting with others, including share housing, sub-letting, rooming accommodation, and boarding. Susan Cridland from the RTA shares practical advice on tenancy agreements, changing housemates, avoiding rental scams, and managing shared responsibilities like bills and cleaning. The episode also highlights legal distinctions between different rental arrangements and offers tips for maintaining respectful and harmonious living environments.

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    12 mins
  • Tenancy regulation changes
    Sep 24 2025

    The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulation 2009 expired on 31 August 2025 and was replaced with the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulation 2025. In this episode, we are joined by the RTA's Cassie Chow to explore the latest tenancy regulation changes, how the regulation and act work together, and what customers need to know about the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Regulation 2025.

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    12 mins
  • Fixtures and structural changes
    May 15 2025

    New Queensland rental laws took effect on the 1st of May 2025. If you are a property manager, owner or tenant, it is important you understand what these changes mean for you. 

    In this episode, we are joined by Marc Fidler from the RTA, who is going to run us through the 1st of May changes to fixtures and structural changes.

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    11 mins
  • Entry frequency and notice periods
    Apr 14 2025

    New Queensland rental laws take effect on the 1st of May 2025. If you are a property manager, owner or tenant, it is important you understand what these changes mean for you. 

    In this episode of Talking Tenancies, we are joined by Sam Galer from the RTA, who is going to take us through the 1st of May changes to entry frequency and notice periods.

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    9 mins
  • Breaking a lease
    Mar 3 2025

    If a tenant or property manager/owner ends a fixed term agreement before the end date they are breaking the agreement – also known as breaking the lease. A tenancy agreement is a legally binding agreement and when broken, may result in the need for compensation.

    In this episode we discuss breaking a lease with the RTA's Marc Fidler.

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    6 mins
  • Overview of 1 May 2025 rental law changes
    Feb 27 2025

    In the latest episode of Talking Tenancies, the RTA’s Lynn Smith provides an overview of upcoming rental law changes commencing on 1 May 2025. If you are a property manager, owner or tenant, tune in to understand what these changes mean for you.

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    5 mins