BREAKING NEWS
Fake Landlord Contact Details Spread Ripples of Confusion Amoung Tenants**
Date: March 15th, 2023
Location: Nation-wide
In a shocking turn of events, it has come to our attention that certain landlords have been spreading disinformation about their contact details to innocent tenants. This alarming development poses a significant threat to the safety and convenience of renters across the country.
According to investigative reports, these rogue landlords have uploaded false contact information on popular digital platforms, leaving unsuspecting tenancy seekers in a cloud of confusion. This deceitful endeavor aims to mislead renters who are searching for reliable landlords willing to provide a comfortable living arrangement.
The consequences of this deceitfulness are far-reaching, as tenants reliant on these fake contact details may be in for a rude awakening: unanswered calls, unreturned voicemails, and even delayed apartment rentals. The psychological toll that comes with dealing with these fraudulent offers can be devastating, causing unnecessary worries and sleepless nights.
In times like these, it is essential we remain vigilant and take a stronghold against this disinformation. Our journalism team has worked tirelessly to rectify this situation by verifying information provided by landlords.
Recommendations for Tenants:
Whenever seeking a landlord, ensure you corroborate contact details through reputable references or official documentation. A diligent search can save you from potential chaos and uncertainty.
Landlord Guidelines:
To avoid the negative legal and ethical implications of spreading false information regarding housing and rental properties, we recommend your team:
- Verify client data through official documents, contact, and references.
- Establish channels for tenants to reach out by phone, email, or social
Media platforms.
3.Acknowledge and address discrepancies or concerns promptly.
- Review your property listings for accuracy against verified information.
What It Means for You:
Consumers, be aware! Spread the word about the importance of factuality and transparency in the housing
industry. Your safety and well-being are paramount.
**We are committed to keeping you secure, informed, and up-to-
Date on the latest news. Watch this space for further updates, insights.
Landlord Contact Details Checklist:
- Phone number provided with a working direct reply line
- Email address offered for inquiries and communication
3.Venue and location verified along with property description
4.Ongoing maintenance and upkeep schedule transparent - Clear, easily viewable information on property boundaries for residents
**Additional Recommendations:
- When searching for landlords maintain records of your inquiries, as follow-ups may be necessary.
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Somebody was arguing with me that landlords contact details do not need to be given. Surprise surprise, I discovered they are/were a landlord (and reported accordingly under rule 2).
This refers to section 27 of the act. https://www5.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/nsw/consol_act/rta2010207/s27.html . Here is a copy pasta of my reply, so it can have more exposure.
The legislation is written extremely poorly. However there are a number of reputable and authoritative sources, and even a disreputable one, who disagree with [landlord intruder].
A landlord must give the tenant the landlord’s name and a way for the tenant to directly contact the landlord.
The landlord’s contact details can be a telephone number or other contact details such as an email address.
If the landlord lives outside of NSW, they must include the state, territory or country (if outside of Australia) in which they usually live.
A landlord must give this information to the tenant even if the landlord uses an agent.
A landlord can't give the agent’s contact details instead of their own.
If a landlord doesn't use an agent, the landlord will also need to give the tenant their residential or business address to receive mail.
https://www.tenants.org.au/factsheet-02-starting-a-tenancy
Before or when you sign the tenancy agreement, the landlord/agent must give you these contact details in writing (or include them in the tenancy agreement):
the name, phone number and business address of the landlord’s agent (if any) and the name and phone number or other contact details of the landlord
(if there is no agent) the business or residential address and phone number of the landlord
(if the landlord is a corporation) the name and business address of the corporation.
https://www.armstronglegal.com.au/commercial-law/nsw/property-law/tenants-rights-in-new-south-wales/
A tenant must be given contact details of the landlord so that they can contact them directly.
and finally, the disreputable source (this is fucking gold!!!)
The landlord’s contact details must be provided on the residential tenancy agreement, whether or not a property manager has been engaged by the landlord.
Being a landlord can be a tough gig… With so many i’s to dot and t’s to cross, it’s little wonder that many landlords engage a property manager to manage their investment… Landlords want us to take care of everything, so they don’t have to… In my experience, the majority of landlords simply don’t want any contact between themselves and the tenant. After all, that’s what they’re paying us for.
This is what makes the new requirement to include the landlord’s contact details on the residential tenancy agreement so perplexing.
Property managers need to ensure that the landlord’s contact details are included on all residential tenancy agreements entered into on and after 23 March 2020. Importantly, you need to explain to landlords why this is required and the potential implications.
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Oh look, another reason landlords are parasites.
Of course agents dont want tenants contacting the owners. They would likely be fired for doing a poor job.
Is this all states that owners need to have their contact details on the lease contracts? Its so often not put there.
I found an old owner on fb before from a pretty u ique name and location. Full of self righteous religious quotes, meanwhile repair nothing on their ip with structure defects and window cracks from previous tenants. Wouldnt even replace a fallen off $3 toilet roll holder because the sticky adhesive was so old it fell off