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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Politics
Rafqa Touma

Got a rent increase notice? Know your rental rights and how to negotiate a better deal

Roof tops of houses in the suburbs
As vacancy rates drop and landlords increase rents, tenants are left scrambling to meet payments, or face eviction. Knowing your rights is the first step to a better deal. Photograph: tap10/Getty Images

As rental vacancy rates drop and interest rates continue to lift, tenants are seeing their rent rise to unaffordable levels. It has re-energised debates on rental reform in several jurisdictions, as the 7 million renters in Australia try to push back.

If you are a renter, here is what you need to know about your rights and how to actually enforce them.

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