Marina George

With the government’s announcement that New Zealand will move to Alert Level 3 lockdown from Tuesday 28 April there is conflicting advice as to whether we are able to show potential tenants through properties. The REINZ has been working with Industry Leaders and have presented material to the Real Estate Authority (REA), Ministry of Business […]

What will it really cost YOU? By Sue Howe, Mortgage Supply Co Ltd What is a mortgage holiday? Homeowners struggling financially as a result of the Covid-19 lockdown can now apply to their bank for a six-month mortgage holiday.  This means you can put your mortgage payments on hold for 6 months. While you are taking

There has been quite a lot of confusion about what tenants can and can’t do during alert level 4 lockdown and we want to ensure that all tenants have the answers they need to any questions they have about their tenancy during the Covid-19 crisis. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions tenants

Navigating your way through Covid-19 We can imagine there have been many unanswered questions around Covid-19 and where we go from here? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions regarding renters and owners and what you can and can’t do during this time.  COVID-19 Freeze on rent increases The government has announced a freeze

Navigating your way through Covid-19 We understand that as a landlord you can’t just stop paying your mortgage, insurance, rates and other expenses that are needed to run the property  So what do you do when your tenant calls to say they aren’t able to pay the rent? Be prepared: Winging it and making decisions as

Below is the link to download the Bond Refund Form: Bond Refund Form

What can you ask for when someone applies for a tenancy?  What can you collect after you’ve chosen the preferred applicant/s?  What should you not collect? All New Zealand businesses (including landlords) are required by law to only collect information relevant to the function of the business and the service to customers. We know that

With recent changes to the Privacy Act, it is crucial both landlords and tenants are informed and aware of what it means for them. We have all the information available for download on the link below: Download Privacy Act Guidelines for both landlords and tenants. If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact the

Getting your property rent-ready is critical to finding a great tenant! I’ve come to do a viewing this morning on behalf of an owner…. The inside of the property is well presented, but check out the back garden…. to attract great tenants it’s so important to present the property well both inside and out. So,

How do I renew an existing tenancy agreement? I had a call from a landlord today who wasn’t sure how to go about renewing a tenancy agreement.  His tenants have been in the property for a year and they want to remain on for a further fixed term. What’s the easiest way to complete a