In this situation, you will receive proof of their claims in the form of receipts, invoices, etc; and a condition report if there is any evident damage. A notice will be sent to you from the Tribunal after which you can choose to dispute their claim or agree to it. A dispute will delay the return of your bond or determine whether there will be any money left over from the bond after the claim is made. Landlords expect their home to be returned to them in the same condition it was when the tenant s moved in.
Apart from damage to the property, getting your bond back can also be delayed if the house has not been cleaned up. In fact, some tenancy agreements include the condition of end of lease cleaning to be undertaken by the tenant at the time of vacating the house. Also known as Bond Cleaning , a service offered by cleaning companies, you are more likely to get your bond back faster by ensuring that the house is spotless at the end of your tenancy.
To conclude, there is no definite answer to know how long it will take to get your bond back because it is situational. Generally, if there are no disputes involved, your bond will be paid back to you within a 14 day period or sooner. It is, however, helpful to speed things along by making sure the house is returned to the owners in a good condition. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of NSW, and their continued connection to land, water and culture.
We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Text size. Introduction At the end of your tenancy the agent or landlord will inspect the property, and your bond refund will be determined. If they don't do so within the 14 days, the refund amount you claimed will be paid to you.
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Source: Prostock-studio Shutterstock. A NSW Government website. Main navigation Close Menu. Getting your bond back. The bond you paid at the beginning of your tenancy will usually be refunded in full, unless: you owe the landlord or agent money, or there is damage to the property In that case, you may get only part of the bond back.
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