§ 16b MRG: Rights and Obligations for Rental Deposits in Austria

Kautionsheld Team

What is § 16b MRG?

§ 16b of the Austrian Tenancy Law (MRG) regulates the investment of rental deposits in Austria. The aim is to ensure that deposits are invested "fruitfully" – meaning they generate interest. This establishes clear rights and obligations for both tenants and landlords to ensure transparency and fairness.

Tenant Rights

As a tenant, according to § 16b MRG, you have the right to receive information from your landlord about how your deposit is invested. This includes:

  • The location and type of investment (e.g., savings account, bank account, or funds).
  • The current interest rate and status of interest accrual.
  • Confirmation that the deposit is safely kept separate from the landlord's assets.

If the landlord fails to provide information, you can take legal action. A first step is a written inquiry, which you can easily create with Kautionsheld.

Landlord Obligations

Landlords are legally required to properly manage the deposit. Obligations include:

  • Investing the deposit in a secure, interest-bearing account.
  • Paying out earned interest to tenants after the lease ends.
  • Keeping the deposit separate from personal assets to avoid insolvency risks.

Violations of these obligations can have legal consequences, such as damage claims or reclamation by tenants.

How Kautionsheld Helps You

Kautionsheld offers you the ability to easily and legally enforce your rights as a tenant. With our platform, you can:

  • Create automated requests to landlords for information about deposit investments.
  • Have your deposit checked for compliance with legal requirements.
  • Receive support if the landlord is uncooperative.

Practical Example: What to Do When No Information is Provided

A tenant in Vienna discovered they had received no information about their deposit investment. Using Kautionsheld, they created a legally sound inquiry to the landlord and received all necessary details within two weeks. This simple process saves time and avoids unnecessary stress.

Conclusion

§ 16b MRG protects tenants by ensuring transparency and security in rental deposit management. With Kautionsheld, you can ensure your rights are protected and your deposit is managed according to law.

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