Complete the entry condition report carefully, add dated photos or videos, and keep a copy for your records. During the tenancy, report damage promptly, keep rent and repair communications in writing, and save receipts for cleaning or repairs. Before leaving, compare the property with the condition report, clean it thoroughly, remove all belongings and return every key. Bond rules and dispute processes vary between states and territories, so check your local residential tenancy authority if the landlord or agent proposes deductions you do not understand.