As a new comer with a family it is very difficult to find a place to stay as most of the house renting is done through real state agents and they using a point system call 100 points
More details about 100 Points can be found here
If you have 100 points please use http://www.realestate.com.au/rent for finding a proper rental property
In any case if you found a place you need to have a one month bond and first month rental.
The owner then will submitted the bond to Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA) ,
More information can be found at http://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/housing-and-accommodation/renting/rental-bond-and-condition-report/residential-tenancies-bond-authority
Before move in to the new property or with in defined time period you need to prepare condition report
"When a bond is paid, a landlord or owner must prepare a condition report for the tenant or resident, which notes the general condition of the property, room or caravan, including fittings and fixtures."
about the property. This is the one land load or agent will use at the end when releasing the bond.
If you do not have 100 points better thing is find a rental property directly from the owner. The best place for finding a owner rental propert is from http://www.gumtree.com.au/
Things to consider when renting
The outside
Does the outside of the property appear to be in good condition?
Does the property seem secure? Are external doors secure? Is there an entry-phone system and burglar alarm?
Is there a garden? Who is responsible for the maintenance of the garden?
What is the area like? Are your preferred amenities and transport links within easy reach?
Are there any potential nuisances?
What are the neighbours like?
Has the property ever been burgled or damaged?
Are the locks of good quality and secure?
The inside
Is it in good condition? Are there signs of damp, flaking paint or infestations of any kind?
Do repairs need to be carried out? Are there any broken items of furniture?
Is there central heating? Do all the radiators function properly?
Is it properly insulated? Is there double glazing?
Is there enough storage space for your belongings?
Is there any sign of dodgy wiring, loose wires or faulty plugs or lights?
Do kitchen appliances such as washing machines/dishwashers work?
Are there enough kitchen cupboards and work surfaces?
Are pots, pans and kitchen equipment in good enough condition to use?
Are the bedrooms adequately heated? Are there curtains?
Check the bathroom(s) and make sure taps are not leaking. Does the shower work properly?
Are the sealants around the bath and shower intact?
Are you allowed to change the decoration in the property?
Are there enough electrical and telephone points and are they in the right places for your needs?
Does it have broadband or wi-fi?
Safety checks
Have all appliances had safety checks (PAT tested)? Is the paperwork available to view?
Do the downstairs windows (if any) have locks?
Is there a burglar alarm?
Is there a safety blanket and fire extinguisher in the kitchen (required by law)?
Is there a Landlord's Gas Safety Record available to view?
Do the furnishings comply with the latest fire safety regulations?
Are there carbon monoxide detectors present?
Are there enough smoke alarms? Do they work?
Is there an easy means of escape in the event of a fire?
Financial considerations
How much is the rent and what is included?
What other bills are there and what are you liable to pay for?
How much of a deposit is required? What are the conditions for the landlord deducting money from the deposit?
What are the estimated running costs of the property?
Can you comfortably afford the rent on top of the deposit and running costs?
General considerations if you decide to proceed
If anything needs to be repaired, you will have to ask the landlord in writing
If the landlord agrees to make repairs, get it in writing
Double-check the inventory before you move in
Get a copy of the tenancy agreement and make sure you fully understand it
Get (and keep) your own signed copy of the tenancy agreement
Can you ask previous tenants about their experience of the landlord and the property?
Check and note all meter readings on the day you move in.
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