A guide for new students.
An inspection takes about ten minutes. You need to make an appointment with the landlord if you wish to rent their property. It is highly competitive as about 15-20 other people will also be renting.
According to Reviewproperty.com.au, rent is set to increase by $100-$200 and many students might not be able to rent a place close to the city. International students will have to face some harsh truths.
A property should be clean and functional. Everything should be working. Including the smoke alarm. We still remember the case when a house burned down in Footscray and the students died due to a bad smoke alarm.
Property owners need to have a smoke alarm in their houses.
If you plan on bringing big appliances such as a washing machine make sure that you measure the room that it will be in. Make sure you measure the front door. I have tried to bring a brand new washing machine into my house on a 40 degree day only to discover that it didn't fit in the front door. Ouch!
If you are happy with everything then sign away on the contract and condition report.
Current International students what are you tips for new International Students starting this semester looking to rent?
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| Renting a house/room is like playing Monopoly for many International students |
An inspection takes about ten minutes. You need to make an appointment with the landlord if you wish to rent their property. It is highly competitive as about 15-20 other people will also be renting.
According to Reviewproperty.com.au, rent is set to increase by $100-$200 and many students might not be able to rent a place close to the city. International students will have to face some harsh truths.
A property should be clean and functional. Everything should be working. Including the smoke alarm. We still remember the case when a house burned down in Footscray and the students died due to a bad smoke alarm.
Property owners need to have a smoke alarm in their houses.
If you plan on bringing big appliances such as a washing machine make sure that you measure the room that it will be in. Make sure you measure the front door. I have tried to bring a brand new washing machine into my house on a 40 degree day only to discover that it didn't fit in the front door. Ouch!
If you are happy with everything then sign away on the contract and condition report.
Current International students what are you tips for new International Students starting this semester looking to rent?
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