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I am about to lease a townhouse through the owner. Found the place on Gumtree!
What things should I ask for to prove proof of ownership?
Will the bond, payed through the dept of fair trading be enough proof.
Has anyone had any experience renting direct through owner as opposed to a real-estate agent. Pros and Cons?
Thanks.
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You should be able to visit your local Council and see who owns the property by giving the address of the property.
Otherwise in NSW you can pay for the information through Land & Property Information.
The owner needs to give you a valid Lease form to sign as well. Lease forms (in NSW) are available at Newsagents, but if your potential landlord only wants a “handshake” deal I would be concerned.
Thanks for the info, Dept of Fair Trading has a bunch of info and forms too.
Cheers.
I rented direct off an owner a few years back, he had a block of 6 flats. I got a standard residential lease, and didn't have any problems. Rent was a bit cheaper, because no agent's fees. Very approachable guy, one phone call usually sorted out any problems, he cared about his investment.