Ending a Tenancy Early: Break Fees, Mutual Agreement & Tribunal Rules
Ending a tenancy early — whether by a landlord or tenant — can be tricky but from[…]
Renting to Migrants: Balancing Fairness with Smart Screening
New Zealand is a country full of international migrants seeking to build a better life for themselves[…]
Rent Increases: How Much, How Often, and What’s Fair
Rent increases are a sensitive topic for tenants and landlords alike. Done correctly, they help keep rental[…]
Subletting and Airbnb Risks: Know the Legal Line
The rise of short-term rentals and subletting platforms like Airbnb presents new challenges for tenants and landlords[…]
Dealing With Maintenance: Who’s Responsible for What?
Maintenance is part of every rental property’s life. But who’s responsible — the landlord or the tenant?[…]
Renting to Students, Families, or Professionals: Tailoring Property Strategy
Different tenant types bring different opportunities and risks. Here’s how landlords can tailor their rental strategy based[…]
Bond Lodgement and Return: Avoiding Common Disputes
Bond disputes are one of the most common problems in the rental sector, but they’re also among[…]
Understanding Rent Arrears: What Tenants and Landlords Need to Know
Rent arrears — when rent is unpaid — are among the most common tenancy issues in New[…]
Smoke Alarms, Insulation and Safety.
Smoke Alarms, Insulation, and Safety: What’s Legally Required in Your Rental New Zealand law requires all rental[…]
Routine Inspections
Why Routine Inspections Help Tenants Just as Much as Landlords Many tenants dread property inspections. However, regular[…]