19/10/2026
Handing back the keys doesn’t mean a rental property needs to look brand spanking new. Across Victoria, final inspections aren't a subjective test of perfection, but a strict comparison against the original condition report where fair wear and tear must be respected. Knowing how to distinguish ordinary everyday scuffs from genuine damage can save everyone heaps of unnecessary stress over the bond. Yet, pinpointing where that line is drawn is often far trickier than most people realise.
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