Rental Property Resources, News, Hints & Tips
- How to navigate missed rental payments
Your tenants usually pay their rent every week but the week has come and gone and there’s no rent showing in your bank account. Your … Read more - Property Management fees: an investment or a cost?
When it comes to managing an investment property, owners often wonder if they should self manage or engage the services of a professional property manager. … Read more - Viewing your way to the perfect tenant – 6 vital signs to look for
Let’s dive into the juicy world of tenant viewings. Picture this: you have a great property ready to rent but how do you sort the … Read more - What’s the right type of heatpump?
Contributed by Shamus No Shock Electrical You’ve likely already heard about Healthy Homes, it’s a government policy that aims to increase the quality of rental homes … Read more - Mould in rental properties: Landlords vs tenants – who’s responsible?
Mould is a type of fungus which can cause health issues such as a runny or blocked nose, respiratory issues and allergic reactions. It loves … Read more - Mastering the Art of Delivering Large Rent Increases
As a landlord, one of the most challenging aspects of managing rental properties is delivering rent increases to tenants. Generally rent increases are usually between … Read more - Expenses Guide for Rental Property owners
Any income received from a residential rental property is liable for income tax and must be declared in your personal income tax return (IR3). The … Read more - How to be a proactive landlord
What’s a proactive landlord? Whether you are new to landlording or have been in the game for a while, understanding your obligations and responsibilities to … Read more - When you’ve dodged a bullet don’t reload the gun
Recently we were asked by an owner to assist in finding them a tenant for their property. They were a first time landlord having recently … Read more - Managing your own rental property – pro’s and con’s
Managing your own rental property is the way that many landlords insist on working. But is it the best way for you? Here we look at … Read more - Why screening tenants and credit checks are important
Yesterday I nearly had a heart attack!! Not an actual one. But, when I heard one of our owners say that they don’t want credit … Read more - Want to sell your rental property but not sure what happens if it doesn’t sell?
This question has come up quite a bit lately with a number of investors considering selling up. But you have to think about the implications … Read more - Can tenants make minor changes to a rental property?
Can my tenant put up a TV bracket on the wall? 9 March 2022 Written by Marina George, director Renthub These sorts of questions are … Read more - 5 Simple Ways to Find Problems in a property Before You Buy
So, you’re looking to purchase an investment property and are busy scrolling through websites and doing the numbers to see which property would make a … Read more - 10 Top Tips for your Landlording Journey
Whether you are new to landlording or a seasoned investor, these tips may help to make your landlording journey a smoother one. 1 – Tenant … Read more - What do you do when one of your tenants is moving out and a new one wants to take their place?
If a tenant is leaving but wants to replace themself with a new tenant (assigning a tenancy) in the change of legislation to the Residential … Read more - Should I Manage My Rental Property Myself?
Are you considering self-managing your rental property? Perhaps your investment property is currently managed for you by a professional property manager. Or maybe you are … Read more - Property Inspections – a necessary evil
Recently I was drying my hair when all of a sudden my earring flew of my ear and went down the bathroom plughole…..oh no I … Read more - Healthy Homes Standards – Is your property exempt?
As from 1 July 2021 all new and renewed properties must comply with the Healthy Homes Standards within 90 days. There are however two general … Read more - IMPORTANT: Different ways to change a tenancy agreement
Tenancy Services have updated their website content to describe and distinguish different ways to change a tenancy agreement. Landlords and tenants should decide together which approach … Read more - Tips for sprucing up your investment property while saving money
Saving money and renovating your investment property typically don’t seem to go hand in hand. When your investment property comes up for rent, it’s a … Read more - Top 7 tips for buying an investment property
Kiwis have a love affair with property and it continues to be one of New Zealand’s favourite ways to increase wealth. Whether you are considering … Read more - Don’t Delay Repair Jobs
A recent Tenancy Tribunal decision has highlighted the obligation for landlords to attend to repair jobs in a timely fashion. Background facts for the case … Read more - Healthy Homes Standards 2021
In New Zealand there are around 600,000 rental properties, and research shows that rental properties are not as well looked after as owner occupied properties. … Read more - Rent Increases – How To Increase The Rent Without Losing Your Tenants?
Written by Marina George, Founder of Renthub For some owners negotiating a rent increase with their tenant is about as comfortable as having a tooth … Read more - 12 Month Rent Increases Take Effect From NowThe Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2020 is now law. One of the changes that comes into effect immediately is the change to rent increases which … Read more
- Residential Tenancy Act Reforms Now Law, What Does That Mean For You?
Updated 7 August 2020 Marina George Director Renthub On 5 August the New Zealand government passed under urgency amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act effective … Read more - Does My Tenant Have To Pay For Damage They Did To The Property?Written by Marina George Director Renthub Back in April 2016 there was a court case Holler & Rouse vs Osaki which came about when the … Read more
- How Much Rent Should I Charge for my Rental Property?
This question not surprisingly is the one that most rental property owners find the most challenging to figure out. Asking a high rent could see … Read more - Repairs & maintenance vs improvementsAs you will know, landlords spend money on their properties, either to repair them and keep them in good condition or to make improvements/improve the … Read more
- Rent Arrears AssistanceIf you fear you are about to be evicted due to being unable to pay your rent, you may be able to get Rent Arrears … Read more
- Renthub and The Challenge from Covid-19
With the uncertainty that has been in the air over the last few months, we have been seeing a lot of Kiwi expats returning home. … Read more - Understanding the Ring fencing rules
Guest writer Abhi Jagwani Accountant and owner First Class accounts From the 2019-20 income year onward, new rules apply to deductions claimed for residential properties. … Read more - Is Vendor Finance good for Vendors?Normally I would get maybe one query about vendor finance every couple of years but I have had two queries about vendor finance in the … Read more
- Top 5 tips for buying/selling under the new agreement for sale and purchase of real estate
Since the start of this year there has been a new standard form agreement for sale and purchase in use for buying and selling property. … Read more - Covid-19 Lockdown 3 and what it means for landlords
Covid-19 Advertising and viewings during Alert Level 3 Under Alert Level Three, you can now start showing prospective tenants through your property again however there … Read more - Tips And Tricks On How To Advertise Your Property For RentTaking Photos Whether you are aware of it or not, we always leave the house with a camera in hand. But, one side effect to … Read more
- Covid-19, Can property viewings be completed during Alert Level 3 lockdown?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 … Read more
- COVID-19 Mortgage HolidayWhat will it really cost YOU? By Sue Howe, Mortgage Supply Co Ltd What is a mortgage holiday? Homeowners struggling financially as a result of … Read more
- Covid-19 Tenant FAQsThere 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 … Read more
- Covid-19 Landlord FAQsNavigating 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 … Read more
- Covid-19 My tenant can not pay their rent, what now?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 … Read more
- Bond Refund Form
Below is the link to download the Bond Refund Form: Bond Refund Form - What information can I ask for?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 … Read more
- New Privacy Act Guidelines
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 … Read more - Getting your property rent-ready
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 … Read more - Renewing an existing tenancy agreementHow 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 … Read more
- Finding your next tenant fasterTips and tricks to renting out your property faster As letting agents, we have rented out over 1000 properties in the Auckland area and I … Read more
- Is your rental home insulated?Rental homes must meet the insulation standards by 1 July 2019 to avoid $4,000 fines. Ceiling and underfloor insulation will be compulsory in all rental … Read more
- Tenancy Services ResourcesThe Tenancy Services website provides information on the Residential Tenancies Act and the Unit Titles Act. This website will provide all you need to know about: Starting … Read more
