Tenant Information
How do I get started?
MICM has the largest rental portfolio in inner city Melbourne and is the best place to look for the perfect property to suit your needs and budget is on our website, which is updated with new properties daily. Our specialist leasing team are dedicated to finding tenants their perfect home and can be contacted seven days a week on (03) 9697 8800 to discuss your rental requirements.
How do I inspect a property?
MICM conducts open for inspections on a weekly basis and a list of weekend open for inspection times are available on our website from mid-week onwards. Our leasing team recognises that it is often difficult for prospective tenants to make it to scheduled open times and will generally accommodate “by appointment” inspections to suit your schedule.
How do I apply for a property?
Once you have found and inspected a suitable property, you will need to lodge a Tenancy Application Form. When inspecting properties, it is a good idea to bring along reference details and identification in the event you would like to fill in a Tenancy Application Form on the day.
I require a furnished property. What are my options?
We have a limited number of furnished properties for rent. Click here to view the full list. Alternatively, if there is an unfurnished apartment that you prefer, we can arrange for it to be partly or fully furnished within 24 to 48 hours and the additional cost can be included in your rent.
What is a Residential Tenancy Agreement?
When your application to lease a property has been accepted, you will be asked to sign a Residential Tenancy Agreement (or lease), in keeping with the Residential Tenancies Act 1997. This is a legal contract between you and the landlord that details the terms and conditions of the tenancy. The Residential Tenancy Agreement will include items such as the property address, rental amount, and commencement and end date of the tenancy.
How long will it take for my Tenancy Application to be processed?
On receipt of your Tenancy Application, one of our staff will contact you within 1-2 working days to advise if your application has been successful.
How much money do I pay when commencing a lease?
Before moving into the property, you will be asked to pay the first month’s rent in advance, as well as a refundable bond which is usually equal to six weeks rent if the weekly rent is more than $350 per week, or one month’s rent if the weekly rent is under $350 per week. Your first month’s rent and bond must be paid to us by bank cheque. The bond is held by a centralised government body called the Residential Tenancy Bond Authority (RTBA). You will be asked to sign a Bond Lodgement Form to lodge the bond with the RTBA. The RTBA will send you a receipt within 14 days of bond lodgement.
What options are available for payment of my rent?
MICM only accepts Direct Debit payments, allowing you to pay your rent from the account of your choice on the due date.
Do I have to pay for anything other than rent?
You must connect all the services to the premise such as the water, gas and electricity. If you would like a telephone line you will need to arrange for this to be connected and pay the relevant connection fee. It is also advisable to arrange contents insurance to cover your personal possessions in case of theft or damage.