On 1 May 2025, significant reforms to Queensland’s tenancy laws came into effect—reforms that aim to reshape the rental landscape across the state. I recently attended the RTA workshop in Townsville, where these updates were unpacked in detail. It is clear these changes are not just procedural tweaks—they represent a meaningful shift toward greater clarity, transparency, and fairness in the rental sector.

KEY CHANGES PROPERTY PROFESSIONALS MUST KNOW

The new reforms introduced several important updates:

• Standardised Form 22: A consistent rental application process across the industry.
• 48-Hour Entry Notice: Entry notice periods for general tenancies have been extended from 24 to 48 hours.
• Limits on Entry After Notice to Leave: Restrictions have been introduced around how often a property can be accessed once a Notice to Leave is issued.
• Financial Disclosure Requirements: Agents and landlords must now disclose any financial benefits received from rent payment methods.
• Requests for Fixtures or Modifications: New procedures clarify how tenants can request to install fixtures or make structural changes.
• Stronger Privacy Protections: Updated rules on how personal information must be collected, stored, and destroyed.

These reforms reflect a growing emphasis on respectful and professional engagement with tenants, and reinforce the need for agents and property managers to stay up to date.

HOW WE HELP YOU STAY COMPLIANT

At Elite Edge Real Estate Training, we have already integrated these legislative updates into our 100% online Queensland Registration Course. The training includes all updated RTA forms and practical guidance on how to apply the changes in your day-to-day work.

Our training is designed with flexibility in mind. Learn through a mix of AI-powered videos and audio content that simplifies complex legislation into practical knowledge—delivered in a plain-speaking, easy-to-understand format.

Whether you are just starting out in real estate, looking to upskill, juggling family responsibilities, or transitioning from another trade or profession—our course is built to work around your schedule and goals.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?

Understanding and applying the new tenancy reforms is not optional—it is essential. If you are ready to take the next step in your real estate career and build your confidence in Queensland’s updated tenancy laws, we are here to support you every step of the way.

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When Jake Burns enrolled in the Real Estate Registration Certificate with Elite Edge Real Estate Training, he was brand new to the industry, but you would never know it now.

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What stood out most to Jake was how the course was designed for people who had never worked in real estate before. Everything was delivered in a way that just made sense. With each unit offering 2–3 video and audio resources, it felt like having a personal trainer walk him through every concept.

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I had the pleasure of interviewing Jackson today, and it quickly became clear that he is not only passionate about sales, but also genuinely passionate about people. “You have got to love people to really succeed in this industry,” he told me, and his journey so far proves just that.

Originally from Sydney, Jackson made the move to Townsville after a chance connection online through the popular game Fortnite. What started as a virtual friendship turned into a real-world relocation, and, ultimately, a thriving career. “Townsville’s pace of life is what drew me in,” he said. “It’s a place where you can really make things happen.”

Jackson began his real estate career at the grassroots level with LJ Hooker North Ward—spending his first year prospecting, followed by a full year in property management. He says that hands-on experience gave him the strongest foundation possible before moving into sales. Now, three years on, he works as a Sales Associate alongside seasoned agent Clint Wallis.

Before real estate, Jackson cut his teeth in the most challenging form of sales, door-to-door fundraising. And not just any campaign, he helped raise over $1.8 million for causes like cancer research, The Smith Family, and the RSL. What did he take away from that experience? “Rejection. You face it every day. But learning to face it head-on and keep going, that’s what builds resilience.”

That resilience, paired with his strong personal philosophy, is what drives him. Jackson lives by a commitment to taking care of the mind, body, and health, both his own and his clients’. He is a dedicated Muay Thai boxer, training for his first fight in August, and he credits that discipline with keeping him focused and grounded in a fast-paced industry.

Jackson’s long-term vision is crystal clear. He aims to sell 100 properties annually and build a strong personal investment portfolio. “I want to live what I sell,” he says. “Real estate is not just a job, it’s a lifestyle.”

While Jackson admits that his age has sometimes felt like a challenge in a field dominated by experience, he sees it as a motivator rather than a roadblock. “We were all new once,” he said with a smile. “I’m learning from the best, and I am setting myself up for the long game.” And he is doing just that soon, Jackson will be completing his full real estate licence (7 units) with Elite Edge Real Estate training, with future ambitions of opening his own LJ Hooker office when the time is right.

Jackson Page is one to watch. With grit, humility, and a genuine love for what he does, he’s not just building a career—he’s laying the foundation for a legacy.

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