Why your rent could be increasing: A look at New Zealand rentingWhy your rent could be increasing: A look at New Zealand renting

Why your rent could be increasing: A look at New Zealand renting

September 2018 showed New Zealand rent prices continue to soar. The Trade Me Rental Price Index calculated another 6.7 percent…

6 years ago
NZ Government drops plans for capital gains taxNZ Government drops plans for capital gains tax

NZ Government drops plans for capital gains tax

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that plans to impose a capital gains tax (CGT) have been abandoned. A…

6 years ago
Things to look out for at your next rental inspectionThings to look out for at your next rental inspection

Things to look out for at your next rental inspection

If you want to keep your property in good shape, doing a regular rental inspection is a vital part of…

6 years ago
What should I include in my agreement for pets?What should I include in my agreement for pets?

What should I include in my agreement for pets?

If you allow tenants with pets then you should outline the conditions of this in the tenancy agreement. Why? The…

6 years ago
What are my obligations under Landlord Insurance?What are my obligations under Landlord Insurance?

What are my obligations under Landlord Insurance?

Landlord insurance helps you to protect your investment, but only if you are meeting your obligations. It can include cover…

6 years ago
The best place to credit check my tenantsThe best place to credit check my tenants

The best place to credit check my tenants

Doing a background and credit check is becoming standard in New Zealand when choosing new tenants, so why should you…

6 years ago
Why should I check references?Why should I check references?

Why should I check references?

During the new tenant selection process, it’s really important that you take the time to do a thorough background check…

6 years ago
First-time renter’s checklistFirst-time renter’s checklist

First-time renter’s checklist

Being a first-time renter is exciting but there's also a lot to know before you move-in to your first home.…

6 years ago
Background checks popular among Wellington landlordsBackground checks popular among Wellington landlords

Background checks popular among Wellington landlords

Recent stats show that Doublecheck was used 4.8 x more by Wellington landlords this week than when it first launched…

6 years ago
What should I ask at a flat viewing?What should I ask at a flat viewing?

What should I ask at flat viewing?

A flat viewing is a good way to have a look at a property and get a feel for it…

6 years ago