Renting a house can be stressful when you are not sure of your rights and responsibilities.

There are lots of forms to sign, legal terminology and talk of the rights of tenants, landlords and real estate agents.

However there are people who can help guide you through the experience of signing, managing and ending a lease and who can make sure your rights as a tenant are respected.

• A landlord cannot refuse your rental application or evict you because of your religion, race, marital status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual preference or because you have children.
• Make sure you get a 'Condition Report' at the beginning of your tenancy which describes the condition of each room before you move in. That way there is no arguments at your final inspection about existing damage to the house!
• Never sign a blank form or a form you don't understand, you always have the right to go away and read any agreement you have to sign, or to get advice before you sign.

Tenants Advice Service WA
Get advice about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.

RealEstate.com.au
Heaps of information and tips about signing and ending a lease, and how to resolve disputes with the landlord.

Dept Consumer Protection and Employment
Find all the info you need about the rights of tenants and landlords.

DOCEP Forms
Find and download copies of all the bond and tenancy forms you need.

First National Tips for Tenants
A great list of tenants' rights and responsibilities.

Law Stuff
Find out legal info about renting a house, especially if you are under 18.

Money Stuff - Renting
A good overview of the key issues about renting.