So you've secured the place you want and now its time to enjoy it. You are entitled to your privacy and enjoyment of your new home, but there are some things as a renter that you should note and remember to keep your landlord and neighbours happy.

• Look after your premises with care, leaving the place in the same condition as you started with.
• Respect the peace and quiet desires of your neighbours, especially when having parties. Unit complexes invite a tight knit community, so remember also that people work different hours and noise travels.
• Ask your property manager or landlord how you should pay the rental.
• Pay the correct amount of your rent on time.
• Take note of the terms of your lease, understand your rights and responsibilities, especially with regard to what exit or termination notice you are required to give.
• Advise your property manager or landlord when people move in or out of your place, especially those that are noted on the lease.
• Keep a good relationship with your property manager or landlord.
• Be aware of the 'repairs policy, ask the property manager or landlord what this should be. Make sure you report needed repairs and follow the process required, without spending money or authorising repairs or alterations without approval.
• If you have any accidents or cause for damage to the property, be honest and tell your landlord or property manager. This will allow better repairs and service to you whilst giving the owner every chance to claim on their insurance if they intend to do so.
• Owners and property managers are entitled to arrange inspections, as noted in the lease, so being cooperative will be greatly appreciated and sure to act in your favour when you need something.
• Have pride in the place you live. Help to keep the common areas tidy; every bit you can do to help will be greatly appreciated by others.
• Observe the safety and health of other tenants. Removing rubbish, not blocking fire stairs and cleaning up spills caused by you are some examples of 'doing your bit'.
• Look out for the care of neighbours goods and property. Apart from being a good Samaritan, your neighbours are a good chance to become good friends of yours, and you never know when you will need a hand.
• Clean the property at the end of your lease, leaving it in as good a condition as when you moved in.
• Do not intentionally damage the property
• Keep all records of discussions, agreements and costs associated with your lease.
• Do not sublease the premises without the landlords or property managers consent
• Do not keep pets without the landlords consent