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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 tenants and a diligent property manager is key. At 3
Admin2 min read
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 of insurance not available to private landlords, dub
Admin3 min read
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 won’t happen while she is at the helm, […]
Alana2 min read
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 draught stopping. About the standards Ensuring everyone
Alana2 min read
Welcome to the February edition of Property Talk. This month, I touch on long term maintenance & upgrade plans for your investment property. In light of the news this week regarding the Healthy Homes Act, as was anticipated – it’s important to include the new standards required in long-term maintenance planning, given
Alana1 min read
In this month’s video, Adam gives a quick update on the current rental market, demand and how the shortage of rental property is leading to increased rental prices.
Alana3 min read
There are a number of factors at play when it comes to the rental market in 2019 – from the softening of house prices to a changing legislative landscape. A third of all households in New Zealand are now renting, and with house prices still nine times the average income in Auckland, this is likely […]
Hannah Norton4 min read
This month I introduce James Bangerter, our General Manager to discuss the topic of insulation and how the 1st of July 2019 is quickly approaching. We have some important advice regarding fines for non-compliance and rising costs due to supply and demand if we don’t get this done ASAP. Please contact us if you have […]
Hannah Norton3 min read
There has been a lot of noise in the media recently regarding new methamphetamine and asbestos regulations. To provide a bit of clarity I’ve put together a short two minute video which hopefully answers some of your questions, have a watch on the link below.
Hannah Norton3 min read
This month, I discuss the importance of credit checks and the tenant approval process which plays a vital role in ensuring that we select the very best tenant suited to your property. To find you the best tenants for your home, we undertake a comprehensive background and credit check; utilising a variety of resources,
Hannah Norton3 min read
One of several recent changes to the tenancy law aims to make homes warmer, drier and safer for hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders. What are the changes ? All new tenancy agreements must include a statement of the extent and safety of insulation in the property. Any replacement or installation of insulation in a [
Hannah Norton3 min read
It can be easy for investors to let their personal taste influence the kind of property they are looking to invest in, or how they fit out their investment property in preparation for tenants. However, to ensure your property remains attractive in competitive rental markets and appeals to the widest pool of tenants, it
Hannah Norton3 min read
