Meth contamination: How to avoid it and how to act on itMeth contamination: How to avoid it and how to act on it

Meth contamination: How to avoid it and how to act on it

The last thing any landlord ever wants to hear is that their property has tested positive for methamphetamine contamination. It's…

7 years ago
Can I break a fixed-term tenancy?Can I break a fixed-term tenancy?

Can I break fixed-term tenancy?

Sometimes situations change, and that can mean you need to move. If you own the property you’re living in, that's all…

7 years ago
Wellington tenants face fine for Blu-TackWellington tenants face fine for Blu-Tack

Wellington tenants face fine for Blu-Tack

Blu-Tack is a really useful tool for all those little jobs around the house. It’s an essential part of any…

7 years ago
Tenant liability: The Holler and Rouse v Osaki caseTenant liability: The Holler and Rouse v Osaki case

Tenant liability: The Holler and Rouse v Osaki case

The Holler and Rouse v Osaki case concerns tenant liability and began when Teiko Osaki left a pot of oil…

7 years ago
Presenting 'homeScore'Presenting 'homeScore'

Presenting 'homeScore'

Buying a home is likely going to be one the biggest financial decisions and commitments that you can make in…

7 years ago
How to increase the return on your rentalHow to increase the return on your rental

How to increase the return on your rental

Whether you’re a landlord because you want someone else to pay off your mortgage, or you’re just a keen property…

7 years ago
What is the Healthy Homes Act?What is the Healthy Homes Act?

What is the Healthy Homes Act?

Since 1986, New Zealand landlords and tenants have known their rights and responsibilities under the Residential Tenancies Act. When the…

7 years ago
NZ landlords slammed with non-compliance finesNZ landlords slammed with non-compliance fines

NZ landlords slammed with non-compliance fines

As a landlord, it is extremely important to meet all your obligations. Otherwise, you run the risk of receiving some…

7 years ago
Increase space and storage in your tiny spaceIncrease space and storage in your tiny space

Increase space and storage in your tiny space

Are you wanting to join the tiny house movement and make a home out of a container? Maybe your answer…

7 years ago
Can a landlord charge me for professional carpet cleaning before moving out?Can a landlord charge me for professional carpet cleaning before moving out?

Can landlord charge me for professional carpet cleaning before moving out?

According to section 40 of the Residential Tenancies Act, the tenant must “leave the premises in a reasonably clean and…

7 years ago