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Rafqa Touma

Employer calls for changes to Victoria’s rental laws after receiving ‘invasive’ questions from agent

Luke Hilakari Victoria Chris Martin
A 'for lease' sign is attached to the front of a low fence of a house. The fence and adjoining wall are white brick and there is a view down the footpath
Real estate agents in Victoria can ask employers of prospective tenants about their income and social housing status, and experts say this needs to change. Photograph: James Ross/AAP

An employer who was asked “invasive” and “completely unnecessary” questions by a real estate agent about a staff member is calling for changes to Victoria’s Residential Tenancies Act.

An online employee referee questionnaire was sent to the secretary of the Victorian Trades Hall Council, Luke Hilakari, by a real estate agent in both an email and a text message.

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