Get your property condition reports correct - Landlords bulletin 46
4 September 2020
Property condition reports (PCRs) are important for any residential tenancy. They describe the condition of the property. A landlord/lessor needs to prepare a PCR at the start and end of a tenancy. PCRs can help with disputes about damage at the end of a tenancy.
Get your property condition reports correct - Real estate industry bulletin 228
4 September 2020
Get your property condition reports correct
Property condition reports (PCRs) are important for any residential tenancy. They describe the condition of the property. A lessor needs to prepare a PCR at the start and end of a tenancy. PCRs can help with disputes about damage at the end of a tenancy.
Protect yourself with a property condition report - Tenants bulletin 22
4 September 2020
Why would I need a property condition report?
Property condition reports (PCRs) describe the condition of the property at a point in time and protect you from being held responsible for damage you have not caused. They assist with resolving disputes at the end of your tenancy.
Dealer's register and have your say on towing industry regulation - Motor vehicle industry bulletin 3
31 August 2020
Motor vehicle dealers
Register of vehicles bought and sold
Consumer Protection has recently observed issues with dealer’s registers with infringements being issued to those who have left out important details.
Dealers must keep a register of all transactions during the time they are licensed, as set out in Form 1 – Register of transactions. The information that needs to be reported includes:
Ask us - Samsung top loader washing machine safety recall
Urgent Samsung top loader washing machine safety recall
Samsung top loader washing machines which have been recalled remain in WA homes, potentially creating a serious fire hazard that puts lives at risk.
Booking short-term rental accommodation
Short-term rental accommodation (STRA) has increased in popularity in recent years. Homeowners want to make money by renting out a room or property to guests. Meanwhile holiday-makers and business travellers are looking for alternatives to traditional accommodation. As a short-term rental guest, it is important to know your rights and protect yourself to ensure you are booking legitimate accommodation.
New tenant issues with locked gas meter boxes - Real estate industry bulletin 227
5 August 2020
What is the solution when the gas supply has been locked or removed at the start of a tenancy?
Suppliers and retailers – what is the difference?
First it’s important to note, retailers sell gas in Western Australia and gas suppliers provide this gas.
ATCO Gas Australia (ATCO) owns gas meters and is responsible for maintaining meters and the service pipes that brings gas into the premises from gas mains in the street.