The latest news for New Zealand Landlords and Tenants
The latest news for New Zealand Landlords and Tenants
November last year saw the Government announcing the proposed changes to the RTA. One of the key changes is encouraging a shift from fixed-term tenancies to periodic tenancy agreements. These…
If you allow tenants with pets then you should outline the conditions of this in the tenancy agreement. Why? The main reason is responsibility and knowing where it lies. If…
When beginning a new tenancy, you need to provide your tenants with a tenancy agreement for both of you to sign. Tenancy Services provides a basic agreement which landlords can use…
Taking your tenant to the Tenancy Tribunal isn’t an easy choice to make. It certainly isn’t going to make your tenants any more fond of you. But, if communicating the…
There are times when your tenants might need to be away from their rental for a significant period of time. If you’re renting to students, for example, it is likely…
Sometimes situations change, and that can mean you need to move. If you own the property you’re living in, that’s all fine and dandy, but things can become a little more…
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: the tenant causes damage to…
Many landlords are divided on whether they should allow tenants to have pets on their properties. Although pets pose a risk of causing damage beyond normal wear and tear, landlords…