The Real Estate Institute of Tasmania offers a wide range of information on aspects associated with the real estate industry. Follow the links presented below to the section on which you would like to find information.
Glossary of Terms
For your convenience we have supplied for you a list of commonly used terms with in the Real Estate Industry. To peruse the Glossary of Terms Click here
General Complaints
The REIT principally addresses complaints between REIT members that may arise. However, if a member of the public has a complaint against an agent, the REIT may also be able to assist in the first instance. Alternatively, the complainant can write to the Property Agent's Board, 2 Davey Street, Hobart and enclose all relevant documentation relating to their complaint.
Office of Consumer Affairs and Trading
The Office of Consumer Affairs and Fair Trading is part of the Tasmanian State Government's Justice Department and provides information on your rights as a consumer. They can be contacted by phoning 1300 654 499 or email consumer.affairs@justice.tas.gov.au
Renting
For information on renting and downloading the 'Renting in Tasmania' booklet which is a guide for property owners, property managers, tenants and tenant advocates.
Information Concerning Auctions
- Auctions code of conduct (pdf 12KB)
- Auction must be part of your sale plan
- The most popular means of selling
- Reserve price crucial in auction battles
- Know the rules before you make a bid
- Is an auction your best sale strategy
- The auction process
- Watch subject-to-change conditions