How to Get Your Full Bond Back in Queensland
Practical tips for Ipswich tenants on RTA bond refunds, exit reports and avoiding disputes.
Understand the RTA process
In Queensland your bond is held by the Residential Tenancies Authority. At the end of the lease you and the property manager lodge a refund form — disputes over cleaning are the most common reason for delays.
Keep your entry condition report
Your entry report is your best evidence. Take dated photos of every room when you move out to show the property is as clean as when you arrived.
Book a professional clean
A professional clean with a re-clean option means any cleaning issue the agent raises can be fixed quickly.
Don't forget carpets and pests
If your lease mentions professional carpet cleaning or you had pets, you'll typically need receipts for carpet steam cleaning and flea treatment.