Here are four common questions tenants ask about insurance. “Aren’t I covered under my landlord’s insurance?” This is a common misconception. While it’s true that landlords have insurance, this usually doesn’t cover the tenant’s belongings. For example, if there’s a...
Ever experienced an issue in a rental home and wondered whether you should or shouldn’t call your property manager? Here are some of the most common issues, and what you should do. This advice is general and will not apply to all issues or circumstances. Exercise...
How to manage your property. Key points that every landlord should know. It all starts with a plan. Owning an investment property should not be treated lightly, knowing that your biggest investment is getting you the right returns and being looked after by screened...
Landlord’s insurance Most people see the benefit in insuring big-ticket items such as cars, homes, and their life and health, and it should be no different when it comes to investment properties. Having a property manager gives you exclusive access to a specific type...
Many investors breathed a sigh of relief when it was announced Jacinda Ardern would not take on board the tax working group’s recommendations to implement a capital gains tax (CGT). And we can be sure this shouldn’t come again for a while – Jacinda was adamant it...
Healthy homes standards The healthy homes standards aim to make a significant change to the quality of New Zealand rental homes. The standards cover improvements to heating, insulation, and ventilation, and addressing issues with moisture ingress and drainage and...
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