Not only are Star Ratings a trusted, reliable indication of property standards for consumers, they provide a valuable yardstick in the landlord-lessee relationship.

The Star Rating system, recognised nationally and internationally, has stood the test of time, and remains vital for the travelling public.

But it is also extremely useful for leaseholders and freehold owners to have an independent, third party arbiter when it comes to the standards, agreed under the lease, that must be maintained.

Star Ratings remain the only validated, measurable and objective assessment of accommodation standards, so both parties are served equally and can have confidence in the independence of the process.

Self-rated properties cannot point to an assured standard.

But, because Star Ratings are determined by an external third party, according to extensive, documented criteria, the review process gives the strongest measure of certainty and confidence.

Resort Brokers Australia sees important value when negotiating and striking leases, and in managing the relationships between landlords and leaseholders.