In this episode, we discuss what actually counts as “fair wear and tear” — and how much damage a tenant can do before they’re forced to pay.
You’ll learn:
When landlords can legally take money from the bond to cover repairs
What the Tenancy Tribunal considers “normal” damage (vs neglect or intent)
And the wild case where one tenant had to pay $4,500 — just in insurance excesses
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