CLEANING TIPS

The bond refund process has clear regulations but most renters only find out when something goes wrong. From final inspections to cleaning standards and documentation; even small errors can result in unexpected deductions or delays. Without a clear grasp of how the process works, many renters get stressed, confused, and unsure of what to do […]

At the end of a fixed term agreement, the lease can be ended, or can continue further as a new fixed term or periodic agreement. However, if you are vacating a rental home in Gold Coast, QLD, at the end of your tenancy, you are responsible for returning the rental property in the same condition […]

Between packing household belongings and doing necessary paperwork, tenants often underestimate the cleaning requirements. Unfortunately, the majority of bond deductions in QLD happen due to small cleaning oversights, such as dusty ceiling fans, cobwebs on walls, dull and dingy bathroom grout lines, etc. These can put your bond at risk. There is no denying that […]

The struggle for tenants is real when nearing the end of a lease term in Queensland. There is a constant fear of losing hard earned bond money (equivalent to four weeks’ rent) due to strict cleaning standards set by landlords and property managers. In the year 2023 to 24, substandard cleaning was the key reason […]

How much money could you have saved if you had prepared your home properly before bond cleaning even began? The answer might surprise you. The cheapest cleaning often happens before the professionals even step into the property. With a bit of early organisation, you can cut down the time cleaners spend onsite, avoid extra service […]

Cleaning is an essential aspect of any daily routine, whether you’re moving, preparing for guests, or simply attempting to keep your home clean. However, not all cleaning styles are the same. Bond clean, regular clean, and deep clean are all terms that are usually used interchangeably, despite the fact that they serve quite different objectives […]

Salt tinged breezes drifting through open windows, paw prints in the sand and maybe on the couch as well. Coastal, pet friendly living can feel effortless, until it’s time to move out. Suddenly the charm of beachside life becomes a checklist of stubborn sand, salty film and the unmistakable sign that a furry mate has […]

You’ve scrubbed, vacuumed and wiped the heck out of you everything, even your oven door; but your agent still spots “residual dust on ceiling fans”. It’s the classic tenant’s nightmare. You think the place is clean, yet the final inspection report seems to tell a different story. Those tiny overlooked details can be the difference […]

Bond clean inspections are critical for both landlords and tenants in Queensland. Under this, a rental property is thoroughly scrutinised from top to bottom, including crannies and hard to reach areas, before releasing the bond. Getting through these examinations means smooth sailing, encouraging tenants to move out of their rental with confidence. But what if […]

Preparing for the final rental inspection is one of the stressful events for tenants. In the Gold Coast, potential renters prefer tidy and well maintained rentals over messy ones. Thus, landlords/property managers are strict when inspecting at the end of a tenancy. Even a minor speck of dust or leftover soap scum can put your […]