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Lease my property

DHA's primary role is to provide accommodation and relocation services to members of the ADF and their families. One of the ways in which DHA provides accommodation is by directly leasing properties from private investors. The lease formed with DHA provides:

• a tenancy agreement; and
• a management/maintenance service in the one package.

This relieves our lessors of all the day-to-day worries normally associated with residential tenancies.

Astute investors recognise that a DHA lease* represents great value because:

• it offers a reliable income stream for the duration of the lease;
• there is no loss of rent between occupants; and
• there are no re-letting costs.

When evaluating your property, we ensure that it complies with the minimum housing standards and restrictions on maximum rents available for Defence members, as set by the Department of Defence. Properties must also match our desired property profile and requirements for leasing in a particular location.

DHA will generally lease properties for periods of one to six years. Our leasing arrangements include an option for us to extend the lease term for a fixed period. As a result, we can offer a leasing package that suits the needs of most investors.

* The lease conditions described are a general guide only to the terms ordinarily offered by DHA. A copy of DHA's standard lease document is available on request. You should read the lease carefully and seek independent legal advice. DHA may seek additional conditions or may vary its standard lease in any particular transaction.