The latest news for New Zealand Landlords and Tenants
Would you pass the KFC Test?
If you had to choose between KFC or your next rental – what would it be? With buckets full of KFC advertising gracing billboards and…
Listing photos that shouldn’t have made it to Trade Me
Nowadays with smartphones, everyone has a camera in their pocket. But does everyone know how to take a good photo when it comes to their…
Insulation standards and why landlords need to meet them
Not all New Zealand landlords meet the new insulation standards, but recent tenant wins show why compliance is so important. In 2015, the Government updated…
How to pick a power company that is right for you
Picking a power company can be a bit of a hassle. It is one of those things that you can easily forget or put off…
Are landlords or tenants liable for accidental damage?
If you are asking whether tenants are responsible for accidental damage, the answer last year would be different. However, new reforms in the Residential Tenancies…
What you need to know about the Residential Tenancies Act amendment 2019
Tenancy law is experiencing some changes, thanks to the Residential Tenancies Act Amendment. This is a document that builds on the 1986 RTA and revisits…
Credit checks: The vital step that could have saved this landlord $48,000
Are you a landlord or property manager? Do you credit check all of your tenants before letting them sign the lease? And are these credit…
Trade Me Property or the Facebook marketplace where should you list?
The final inspection is over and your rental is ready for new tenants. But where is the best place to list your property to find…
6 steps to organise a successful property viewing
The first step before finding great tenants is to organise a viewing for your property. A viewing is when you invite prospective tenants to see…
What should I ask when checking references?
You’ve sorted through the pre-tenancy applications and you’ve chosen your preferred tenant; now is the time to do a reference check. A reference check is…
