Long-term rentals

Long-Term Rentals in Spain: A Complete Guide for Tenants and Landlords

Long-term rentals form the foundation of Spain’s residential housing market. They provide stable homes for families, professionals, retirees, students and foreigners relocating to Spain.

Under Spanish rental law, a long-term residential tenancy is generally treated as an arrendamiento de vivienda habitual when the property is intended to satisfy the tenant’s permanent housing needs.

This type of contract is different from a holiday rental or a genuine seasonal lease. It provides the tenant with stronger rights relating to lease duration, renewal, deposits, rent updates, repairs and termination.

For newcomers, however, finding a long-term rental in Spain can be challenging. Landlords frequently request Spanish payslips, employment contracts, tax returns, bank statements and evidence of stable income. Foreign income may require additional explanation, translation or supporting documentation.

New arrivals who have not yet decided whether to rent permanently or eventually purchase can also review Renting or Buying Property in Spain as a Foreigner.

This guide explains how long-term rentals in Spain work, what tenants and landlords are responsible for and which details should be checked before signing a rental contract.

What Is a Long-Term Rental in Spain?

A long-term rental is a residential lease in which the property becomes the tenant’s main and permanent home.

The legal classification depends primarily on the real purpose of the tenancy, not only on the number of months written in the contract.

A habitual residence rental normally applies when the tenant:

• Lives in the property as their principal home
• Registers or intends to register locally
• Receives correspondence at the address
• Uses the property continuously
• Does not maintain another principal residence for the same period
• Has no genuine temporary reason for occupying the home

The contract may initially state a duration of one year, but this does not necessarily mean the landlord can require the tenant to leave after twelve months.

Spanish law provides qualifying tenants with statutory renewal rights.

People who need housing only temporarily should compare these rules with Short-Term Rentals in Spain before signing a contract.

Who Can Rent a Home in Spain?

Spanish citizens, EU citizens and non-EU foreigners can rent residential property in Spain.

A landlord or agency may request:

• Passport or national identity card
• NIE
• TIE or residence documentation
• Employment contract
• Recent payslips
• Spanish or foreign tax returns
• Bank statements
• Evidence of savings
• Employer reference
• Previous landlord reference
• Proof of pension income
• Guarantor
• Rental-default insurance approval

A foreigner does not necessarily need permanent Spanish residency to sign a rental contract. However, landlords may apply stricter financial checks when the tenant has recently arrived or earns income outside Spain.

Newcomers can strengthen their application by preparing their housing documentation before beginning property viewings. The Newcomer.es Documents Needed to Move to Spain checklist explains many of the records foreign residents may already need for immigration and relocation purposes.

How Long Does a Long-Term Rental Contract Last?

The initial duration is negotiated between the landlord and tenant.

Many Spanish rental contracts are written for an initial period of twelve months. However, when the property is the tenant’s habitual residence, statutory renewal rules normally apply.

When the Landlord Is an Individual

If the landlord is a private individual and the agreed term is shorter than five years, the tenant normally has the right to annual extensions until the tenancy reaches a total duration of five years.

When the Landlord Is a Company

If the landlord is a legal entity, such as a company, and the initial term is shorter than seven years, the tenant normally has the right to annual extensions until the tenancy reaches seven years.

The tenant may generally decline an annual renewal by notifying the landlord at least 30 days before the relevant expiry date.

What Happens After Five or Seven Years?

Once the mandatory five- or seven-year period has ended, the contract does not necessarily terminate automatically.

If neither party gives the legally required notice, the lease can continue through annual extensions for up to three additional years.

To prevent this renewal:

• The landlord generally gives at least four months’ notice.
• The tenant generally gives at least two months’ notice.

During each of the additional annual extensions, the tenant can normally prevent the next extension by giving at least one month’s notice before the end of that annual period.

Different rules may apply to older contracts signed under earlier versions of Spanish rental law.

Can a Landlord End the Lease During the Mandatory Period?

A landlord cannot normally end a habitual residence lease simply because another tenant is willing to pay more.

However, a private individual landlord may be able to recover the property for personal housing needs after the first year when specific legal requirements are satisfied.

For this exception to apply:

• The landlord must be an individual rather than a company.
• The need to recover the property must have been expressly stated in the contract.
• The property must be required as a permanent home for the landlord, certain first-degree relatives or a spouse following a qualifying separation or divorce.
• The tenant must receive at least two months’ notice.
• The landlord must specify the reason for recovering the property.

The landlord or qualifying relative must genuinely occupy the property. If this does not happen within the legally established period, the former tenant may have rights to compensation or reinstatement, subject to the circumstances.

Can a Tenant Leave Before the Contract Ends?

A tenant may normally withdraw from a long-term residential contract after at least six months have passed.

The tenant must give the landlord at least 30 days’ notice.

The contract may include an early-termination compensation clause. When such a clause exists, compensation can generally be calculated at up to one month’s current rent for every year remaining under the agreed contract term, with shorter periods calculated proportionally.

Tenants should therefore check the early-withdrawal clause before signing.

Leaving before the first six months without an agreement with the landlord may expose the tenant to a claim for unpaid rent or damages.

Security Deposits for Long-Term Rentals

For a habitual residence lease, the mandatory legal deposit, or fianza, is equal to one month’s rent.

The landlord holds responsibility for processing the deposit according to the rules of the autonomous community where the property is located.

Many Spanish regions require the landlord to lodge the legal deposit with a designated regional authority. Procedures, deadlines and penalties differ by autonomous community.

In addition to the mandatory one-month deposit, the landlord may request another form of security, such as:

• Additional cash guarantee
• Bank guarantee
• Personal guarantor
• Rental-default insurance
• Employer-backed guarantee

For residential contracts lasting up to five years, or seven years when the landlord is a company, additional guarantees are generally limited to the equivalent of two months’ rent.

The tenant could therefore be asked for:

• One month’s legal deposit
• Up to two months as an additional guarantee
• The first month’s rent

This can create a substantial upfront payment even when no agency fee is charged to the tenant.

Foreign tenants may also benefit from having a Spanish bank account for rent payments, deposits, utilities and other recurring household expenses.

Returning the Deposit

At the end of the tenancy, the tenant should:

• Return all keys
• Remove personal belongings
• Leave the property reasonably clean
• Pay outstanding rent and utilities
• Repair damage caused by misuse
• Record meter readings
• Photograph the property’s condition
• Sign a key-return document

The landlord can deduct legitimate amounts for:

• Unpaid rent
• Unpaid contractual expenses
• Damage beyond ordinary wear
• Missing furniture or equipment
• Cleaning that goes beyond normal use
• Outstanding utilities for which the tenant is responsible

The deposit should not be used to charge the tenant for ordinary ageing or deterioration caused by normal use.

If the refundable balance has not been returned within one month after the keys are delivered, statutory interest may begin to accrue.

Who Pays the Estate Agency Fee?

For habitual residence contracts, real estate management fees and contract-formalisation expenses are the landlord’s responsibility.

An agency should not charge the tenant a standard fee simply for arranging a qualifying long-term habitual residence tenancy.

However, tenants should distinguish the agency’s normal rental-intermediation service from a separate optional service specifically requested by the tenant.

A tenant should ask for a written explanation before paying any amount described as:

• Service fee
• Personal-shopping fee
• Contract fee
• Management charge
• Relocation fee
• Administrative fee

The legal treatment depends on the actual service rather than the label used on the invoice.

Agency-fee rules can differ for genuine seasonal rentals, commercial leases and other contracts classified as use other than housing.

Newcomers using a dedicated relocation service in Spain should also distinguish between the landlord’s rental agency and an independent relocation adviser hired by the newcomer to provide separate services such as housing searches, viewings and administrative support.

Who Pays Community Fees and Property Taxes?

Community fees and property taxes are often described as landlord expenses, but Spanish law allows some of these costs to be passed to the tenant when the agreement satisfies the legal requirements.

For the arrangement to be valid:

• The contract should state the tenant’s responsibility in writing.
• The annual amount payable at the time of signing should be identified.
• The expense must relate to the rented property.

If the contract does not transfer these costs to the tenant, they generally remain the landlord’s responsibility.

Tenants should check the contract for references to:

• Community fees
• IBI property tax
• Waste collection charges
• Building services
• Shared maintenance expenses

The advertised rent should be assessed together with every additional monthly or annual charge.

Who Pays Utility Bills?

Utilities measured through individual meters are normally paid by the tenant.

These may include:

• Electricity
• Water
• Gas
• Internet
• Telephone services
• Individually metered heating

The contract should specify whether the tenant must transfer the utility contracts into their own name or reimburse the landlord.

Before moving in, both parties should record:

• Meter readings
• Utility-provider details
• Existing account numbers
• Outstanding balances
• Current contract holder

Tenants should not become responsible for utility debts incurred before their tenancy began.

Landlord Repair Responsibilities

The landlord must complete repairs necessary to keep the property in a habitable condition, unless the problem was caused by the tenant’s actions or negligence.

Landlord responsibilities commonly include:

• Major plumbing failures
• Serious electrical problems
• Structural defects
• Roof or exterior leaks
• Failure of essential built-in systems
• Replacement of equipment that has failed through age
• Repairs needed to preserve basic habitability

The landlord normally cannot raise the rent simply because a necessary habitability repair has been completed.

The tenant should report problems promptly and allow the landlord or an authorised technician reasonable access to inspect and repair them.

Tenant Repair Responsibilities

The tenant is generally responsible for small repairs resulting from ordinary use.

Examples may include:

• Replacing lightbulbs
• Replacing inexpensive consumable items
• Minor adjustments to handles or fittings
• Damage caused by the tenant, household members or guests
• Damage caused by failure to report a problem
• Routine cleaning and household maintenance

Responsibility depends on the cause, severity and age of the item.

There is no universal rule that every repair below a particular monetary amount automatically belongs to the tenant.

A broken appliance caused by age is different from an appliance damaged through misuse.

Property Inventory and Move-In Report

A detailed inventory protects both parties.

It should record:

• Furniture
• Appliances
• Keys
• Remote controls
• Kitchen equipment
• Existing marks and damage
• Wall condition
• Floor condition
• Bathroom condition
• Meter readings

Photographs and videos should be dated and attached to the inventory or formally acknowledged by both parties.

Tenants should report undocumented defects immediately after moving in.

Without a proper record, disputes may arise over whether damage existed before the tenancy began.

Rent Increases During the Contract

Rent is not automatically increased every year.

An annual update normally requires an express rent-review clause in the contract. If there is no agreed update mechanism, the rent is generally not updated during the contract.

Where an update is permitted:

• It normally occurs only when each contract year is completed.
• The applicable index depends on the contract date and wording.
• The landlord must notify the tenant of the updated amount.
• The new amount becomes payable after proper notification.

For qualifying residential leases signed after 26 May 2023, the annual increase is generally subject to Spain’s Housing Rental Reference Index, commonly referred to as the IRAV.

The index is published monthly and is intended to limit disproportionate increases.

Older contracts may refer to the Consumer Price Index, the Competitiveness Guarantee Index or another valid formula. The contract date should therefore be checked before calculating an increase.

Initial Rent in Stressed Housing Areas

Annual rent updates should not be confused with controls on the starting rent of a new contract.

Spain allows autonomous communities to request the official designation of qualifying municipalities or areas as stressed residential market zones, or zonas de mercado residencial tensionado.

These rules do not automatically apply throughout Spain.

When a property is within a currently designated stressed zone, the initial rent of a new habitual residence contract may be restricted.

Depending on the circumstances, the applicable limit may be connected to:

• The rent charged under the previous habitual residence contract
• Permitted annual updates
• The official rent reference system
• Whether the owner is classified as a large housing holder
• Whether the property was rented during the previous five years
• Improvements recently completed at the property

A limited additional increase may be permitted in specific circumstances, including certain qualifying rehabilitation, energy-efficiency or accessibility improvements.

Both landlords and tenants should verify the property’s current status before signing because stressed-zone declarations can change.

Long-Term Rental vs Seasonal Rental

A seasonal rental is legally treated as a use other than the tenant’s permanent residence.

It must have a genuine temporary purpose, such as:

• A defined study period
• Temporary work assignment
• Medical treatment
• Temporary professional project
• Temporary relocation
• A limited stay connected to a specific event

The decisive issue is the purpose of occupation—not whether the contract lasts 11 months.

There is no general rule stating that every contract under 12 months is automatically seasonal.

A contract described as seasonal may still be treated as a habitual residence lease when the property is actually the tenant’s permanent home and no genuine temporary reason exists.

Feature	Habitual residence rental	Genuine seasonal rental
Main purpose	Tenant’s permanent home	Temporary need with a defined reason
Legal category	Residential lease	Use other than housing
Mandatory extensions	Normally up to five or seven years	Mainly determined by the agreed contract
Legal deposit	One month’s rent	Two months’ rent
Agency fees	Landlord pays standard management and contract costs	Depends on the agreement and applicable rules
Rent updates	Regulated by residential tenancy rules	Primarily governed by the contract
Temporary reason required	No	Yes
Automatic 11-month maximum	No	No

New arrivals who genuinely require temporary accommodation can review the separate Newcomer.es guide to Short-Term Rentals in Spain.

Long-Term Rental vs Tourist Accommodation

Tourist accommodation is intended for short stays and may be marketed through tourism channels.

It can be subject to:

• Regional tourism legislation
• Registration requirements
• Municipal restrictions
• Building-community rules
• Guest registration requirements
• Specific tax obligations

A tourist accommodation agreement does not provide the same stability as a habitual residence contract.

New residents seeking a permanent home should make sure they are not being offered tourist accommodation as a substitute for a proper residential lease.

People moving to Spain permanently may want to use temporary housing while searching for a habitual residence. The distinction between the two types of accommodation is therefore especially important during the first weeks of a relocation to Spain.

Documents Landlords Commonly Request

Spain’s competitive rental market has led many landlords to apply strict affordability requirements.

Commonly requested documents include:

For Employees

• Passport or identity card
• NIE or TIE
• Employment contract
• Three recent payslips
• Bank statements
• Spanish employment-history report
• Employer letter

For Self-Employed Tenants

• Tax returns
• Autónomo registration
• VAT or income-tax filings
• Business accounts
• Recent invoices
• Bank statements
• Client contracts

For Retirees

• Pension statement
• Tax return
• Savings statements
• Bank statements
• Proof of regular retirement income

For Foreign Earners

• Foreign employment contract
• Foreign payslips
• Tax returns
• Bank statements
• Credit report
• Employer reference
• Certified translations where requested

Landlords may also ask for proof that the household’s monthly income is significantly higher than the monthly rent.

Foreign documents may sometimes be easier for landlords, agents or insurers to evaluate when they are clearly organised and translated where necessary. Newcomer.es provides information about Translation Services in Spain for documents that need to be presented in Spanish.

Rental-Default Insurance

Many Spanish landlords use seguro de impago, or rental-default insurance.

The insurance company evaluates the tenant before approving coverage.

This can create difficulties for newcomers who:

• Have no Spanish credit history
• Have recently started a job
• Earn income abroad
• Are self-employed
• Receive income in another currency
• Do not have Spanish payslips
• Have a temporary immigration status

A financially stable foreign tenant may still be rejected because the insurer cannot assess the documentation through its usual model.

Possible alternatives may include:

• Larger legally permitted guarantee
• Spanish guarantor
• Bank guarantee
• Advance payment agreed within legal limits
• Evidence of substantial savings
• A specialist landlord or relocation service familiar with foreign applicants

The landlord cannot require more than one month’s rent to be paid in advance as ordinary monthly rent, although deposits and valid guarantees are separate concepts.

How Foreign Tenants Can Strengthen a Rental Application

Newly arrived foreign tenants often compete against applicants with Spanish employment histories and local documentation.

A professionally prepared application can make it easier for the landlord to understand the tenant’s financial position.

A useful rental dossier may include:

• Passport
• NIE or TIE where available
• Employment contract
• Payslips
• Bank statements
• Tax returns
• Employer reference
• Evidence of savings
• Pension documentation
• Previous landlord references
• Proof of immigration status
• Spanish translations where useful
• Short introduction explaining employment and household circumstances

For newcomers arriving under a Digital Nomad Visa, foreign employment and overseas income are normal, but the landlord or insurance company may still need clear evidence.

Retirees relocating under a Non-Lucrative Visa may rely more heavily on pension statements, savings and investment income.

International students may need guarantors, savings or family financial support in addition to their Student Visa documentation.

The objective is to make the tenant’s financial reliability easy to understand.

Registering at the Rental Address

A tenant living in the property as their habitual home may normally use the address for empadronamiento, subject to municipal documentation requirements.

The padrón is often needed for:

• Healthcare procedures
• Immigration applications
• School registration
• Social services
• Residence formalities
• Local administrative procedures

A clause attempting to prohibit registration may conflict with the actual nature of a habitual residence tenancy.

The municipality decides which documents are accepted as evidence that the applicant lives at the address.

New residents should review Empadronamiento in Spain after moving into their permanent home so they understand what documents their town hall may require.

Do You Need an NIE to Rent in Spain?

An NIE number is frequently requested by landlords and agencies, but the practical requirements can depend on the property and circumstances.

The NIE is widely used for:

• Employment
• Banking
• Tax administration
• Property transactions
• Utility contracts
• Spanish government procedures

Foreign tenants who have recently arrived may sometimes begin their housing search before every Spanish document has been issued.

However, obtaining the appropriate identification and residence documentation can make later administrative steps significantly easier.

Opening a Spanish Bank Account for Rent and Utilities

Many tenants find a Spanish bank account useful after establishing their home.

It can be used for:

• Monthly rent
• Electricity
• Water
• Gas
• Internet
• Mobile services
• Insurance
• Community expenses where applicable
• Other direct debits

Banks may request documents such as:

• Passport
• NIE
• TIE or residence documentation
• Proof of address
• Tax-residence information
• Employment or income evidence

Opening an account and arranging direct debits shortly after moving in can simplify household administration.

Ending the Tenancy Properly

When leaving the property, the tenant should give notice in a form that can later be proven.

Suitable methods may include:

• Burofax
• Signed written notice
• Certified electronic communication
• Email acknowledged by the landlord
• Another contractually agreed method

The notice should state:

• Tenant’s name
• Property address
• Intended departure date
• Date of key return
• Request for final inspection
• Bank details for the deposit refund

The tenant should not assume that sending an informal message automatically ends the rental obligation.

Common Mistakes Tenants Should Avoid

Paying Before Verifying the Property

Confirm that the person receiving money is the owner or an authorised representative.

Foreign tenants who are unfamiliar with the Spanish property market should never transfer a deposit solely because they are told that several other applicants are waiting.

The broader Newcomer.es guide to Renting or Buying Property in Spain as a Foreigner explains additional verification steps that can help reduce the risk of housing scams.

Signing a Seasonal Contract for a Permanent Home

The contract label does not always determine its legal classification, but an inappropriate contract can create disputes.

Failing to Read Additional-Cost Clauses

Check whether community fees, property tax or waste charges have been assigned to the tenant.

Accepting an Incomplete Inventory

Document every existing defect before moving in.

Paying an Unexplained Agency Fee

Request a written invoice and explanation of the service.

Leaving Without Formal Notice

Informal departure can result in continuing rent obligations.

Using the Deposit as the Final Month’s Rent

The deposit protects against damage and unpaid amounts. It should not normally be substituted for the final rent without the landlord’s agreement.

Common Mistakes Landlords Should Avoid

Using an Artificial Seasonal Contract

A temporary label does not convert a permanent residential arrangement into a valid seasonal lease.

Failing to Lodge the Deposit

Regional deposit obligations should be checked and completed.

Charging Prohibited Agency Costs

Standard habitual-residence agency and contract-formalisation expenses belong to the landlord.

Increasing Rent Without a Contractual Clause

An annual increase is not automatic.

Entering the Property Without Permission

The tenant has a right to peaceful use of the home. Routine access should be agreed in advance unless there is a genuine emergency.

Withholding the Entire Deposit Without Evidence

Deductions should reflect real contractual losses or damage beyond ordinary use.

Renting vs Buying a Home in Spain

Some newcomers initially plan to rent and later decide that buying a property makes more sense.

Long-term renting can offer:

• Lower upfront costs
• Greater flexibility
• Time to understand a city or neighbourhood
• Less responsibility for major repairs
• Easier relocation if circumstances change

Buying may offer:

• Long-term housing stability
• Greater control over the property
• Potential capital appreciation
• Ability to renovate
• Protection from future rental-market availability

The correct choice depends on how long you expect to remain in Spain, your financial circumstances, immigration plans and preferred location.

See Renting or Buying Property in Spain as a Foreigner for a direct comparison.

Foreigners considering a purchase can also explore Real Estate in Spain and Mortgages for Foreigners in Spain.

How Newcomer.es Can Help

Finding a long-term rental can be one of the most difficult parts of relocating to Spain.

Newcomer.es helps international tenants understand the process and prepare a stronger rental application.

Our housing and relocation support can help newcomers coordinate the practical steps involved in finding and establishing a home in Spain.

Our assistance may include:

• Identifying suitable long-term rental options
• Explaining habitual and seasonal contracts
• Preparing the tenant’s document package
• Organising foreign income evidence
• Coordinating sworn translations
• Helping obtain an NIE
• Reviewing practical contract terms
• Arranging property viewings
• Assisting with utility setup
• Supporting empadronamiento preparation
• Coordinating move-in inspections
• Helping international landlords manage tenant onboarding
• Helping newcomers open a Spanish bank account
• Coordinating the wider relocation process

Where legal advice is required, we can connect clients with an independent qualified lawyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a one-year rental contract considered long-term?

It can be.

When the home satisfies the tenant’s permanent housing needs, statutory renewal rights may extend the tenancy to five years when the landlord is an individual or seven years when the landlord is a company.

Can a landlord refuse to renew after the first year?

Normally not during the mandatory renewal period unless a valid legal exception applies or the tenant has breached the contract.

How much deposit can a landlord request?

The legal deposit for a habitual residence is one month’s rent.

For qualifying contracts, additional guarantees are generally limited to two more months.

Who pays the rental agency fee?

For habitual residence rentals, standard real estate management and contract-formalisation expenses are paid by the landlord.

Can rent increase every year?

Only when the contract contains an express update clause.

The increase normally applies on the contract anniversary and is subject to the applicable legal index or limit.

Can the tenant leave after six months?

Generally yes, after giving at least 30 days’ notice.

Compensation may apply if it was validly included in the contract.

Does a seasonal contract have to be shorter than 12 months?

No.

The temporary purpose of the stay is more important than an artificial 11-month duration.

For more information about genuine temporary accommodation, see Short-Term Rentals in Spain.

Can a landlord enter the rented property?

The landlord should obtain the tenant’s permission except in a genuine emergency or another legally justified situation.

Who pays for a broken water heater?

When it fails because of age or an internal fault, responsibility will commonly belong to the landlord.

If it was damaged through tenant misuse, the tenant may be responsible.

Can a foreigner rent without Spanish payslips?

Yes.

The tenant may need to provide foreign employment evidence, tax records, savings or another acceptable guarantee.

A clearly organised application and translated documents can sometimes make foreign financial evidence easier for landlords and insurers to evaluate.

Can I use my rental address for empadronamiento?

When the property is genuinely your habitual home, you may normally use the address for municipal registration, subject to your town hall’s documentation requirements.

See Empadronamiento in Spain for the process.

Do I need an NIE to sign a rental contract?

Landlords and agencies frequently request an NIE, although individual circumstances can vary.

The NIE number is also important for many other financial and administrative procedures after moving to Spain.

Is a long-term rental better than buying?

It depends on your plans.

Renting can provide flexibility while you establish yourself in Spain and understand the local market.

If you expect to remain for many years and have sufficient capital, purchasing may eventually become more attractive.

Compare both options in Renting or Buying Property in Spain as a Foreigner.

Find a Stable Home in Spain

A long-term rental provides stability, legal protection and the opportunity to establish a genuine home in Spain.

The most important step is ensuring that the contract reflects the real purpose of the tenancy.

Before signing, tenants and landlords should understand:

• The legal classification of the rental
• Mandatory renewal rights
• Notice periods
• Deposit and guarantee limits
• Agency-fee responsibilities
• Repair obligations
• Rent-update rules
• Additional property expenses
• Regional deposit requirements
• Stressed-market restrictions where applicable

Foreign tenants should also prepare the practical elements of establishing their new home.

That may include obtaining an NIE, preparing income documentation, arranging Spanish translations, opening a bank account and completing empadronamiento after moving in.

If you need temporary accommodation before finding your permanent property, review Short-Term Rentals in Spain.

If you are deciding whether to remain a tenant or become a homeowner, explore Real Estate in Spain and Mortgages for Foreigners in Spain.

With careful preparation and clear documentation, long-term renting in Spain can provide security for tenants and reliable income for property owners.

Newcomer.es helps international residents find housing, prepare rental applications and coordinate the administrative steps involved in establishing a home in Spain through our Relocation Services.

Important: Rental legislation, regional deposit procedures and stressed-zone designations can change. This article provides general information and does not replace personalised legal advice.