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Contesting a bond claim

s 159s 160

Your lease is ending and they're saying they'll keep part — or all — of your bond.

How should this letter sound?

Simple English — written by a tenantNatural, respectful and direct, with minimal formal language.More legal styleStructured, formal and firm, with legal terms where they help.

Your name

Rental address

Landlord or agent's name

As written on your lease or their emails

Bond amount

Date you're leaving or left

What they say they'll claim for

Why you disagree

e.g. The place was clean, you have a condition report, photos…

Fill in everything marked required to draft the letter.

These letters are general templates built around the Act — they don't cover special circumstances like domestic violence provisions, social housing or strata issues. For advice on your specific situation, contact Tenants' Union NSW at tenants.org.au or NSW Fair Trading on 13 32 20.