Glossaryrenters

What is Freehold?

The most common form of property ownership in Australia, outright ownership of the land and any buildings on it, with no time limit. Contrast with leasehold (common in the ACT, where residential land is leased from the government for 99 years).

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Renter's rights guide (by state)

Bond, rent increases, repairs, entry, and ending a tenancy.

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