Blu-Tack is a really useful tool for all those little jobs around the house. It’s an essential part of any office or workspace, and we’ve…
The Holler and Rouse v Osaki case concerns tenant liability and began when Teiko Osaki left a pot of oil on high heat unattended. The…
Buying a home is likely going to be one the biggest financial decisions and commitments that you can make in your lifetime. If you’ve ever…
Whether you’re a landlord because you want someone else to pay off your mortgage, or you’re just a keen property investor, you want to be…
Since 1986, New Zealand landlords and tenants have known their rights and responsibilities under the Residential Tenancies Act. When the RTA was introduced, there were…
As a landlord, it is extremely important to meet all your obligations. Otherwise, you run the risk of receiving some pretty hefty fines. All landlord…
Are you wanting to join the tiny house movement and make a home out of a container? Maybe your answer isn’t yes but you still…
According to section 40 of the Residential Tenancies Act, the tenant must “leave the premises in a reasonably clean and reasonably tidy condition” when vacating…
The Lisa Jane Harrington vs New Leaf Properties Ltd (Kylie Andrews) case is a great example of what can happen to landlords that don’t get…
At the beginning of a new tenancy, you have the option to collect and lodge a bond. A bond acts as a security deposit if:…