22 articles
A plain-English guide for NZ landlords on when a 42-day notice can apply, when 90 days is required, and why service time can move the real end date.
A practical early-warning workflow for NZ landlords when rent is late: confirm the record, communicate calmly, document any agreement, and keep the next step attached to the tenancy.
A practical checklist for NZ landlords after a tenant gives notice: confirm the date, plan the final inspection, prepare bond records, handle utilities, and keep the handover evidence together.
Section 45 of the Residential Tenancies Act is not just a legal clause. For NZ landlords, it should become a repair, evidence, and follow-up workflow before winter issues turn urgent.
A practical guide for NZ landlords after the first reported Tribunal pet-consent ruling: what changed, what counts as reasonable grounds, what to document, and how to keep pet requests out of scattered admin.
Yes - and the rules differ depending on whether it's a periodic or fixed-term tenancy. Here's exactly what notice your tenant has to give you, what they can break early, and the common scenarios that catch landlords out.
A plain-English NZ guide to ending a periodic tenancy in 2025+ - the current notice periods, what a valid notice must contain, and the common mistakes that get notices thrown out at Tribunal.
Everything NZ landlords need to know about bond refunds - the process, Bond Hub, common disputes, timelines, and how to protect your interests when a tenancy ends.
How to Prepare for a Tenancy Tribunal Hearing in NZ To prepare for a Tenancy Tribunal hearing in NZ, gather all relevant documents, understand your rights
Navigating the waters of a bond dispute can be daunting for both landlords and tenants in New Zealand. It's a situation that neither party wishes to find themselves in, yet it remains a common occurre
Navigating the intricacies of property inspections can be daunting for both landlords and tenants. In New Zealand, the process is governed by specific laws designed to balance the rights and responsib
Navigating the intricacies of ending a tenancy in New Zealand can be a daunting task for both landlords and tenants. The Residential Tenancies Act 1986 (RTA) sets out clear guidelines to ensure that a
Dealing with unpaid rent is stressful. Here's the legal framework under the Residential Tenancies Act, the 14-day notice process, and when to escalate to the Tenancy Tribunal.
A practical guide for NZ landlords on handling early termination requests - covering fixed-term rules, mutual agreements, re-letting costs, and Tribunal options.
Tenant screening is essential for protecting your investment, but it must be done within New Zealand's legal framework. Here is what you can and cannot do when assessing prospective tenants.
Everything you need to know about collecting, lodging, and refunding bonds in New Zealand - including deadlines, common mistakes, and how to handle disputes.
A plain-English guide to the most important sections of the RTA - from bonds and rent increases to termination notices and Tenancy Tribunal powers.
A complete guide to tenancy bond rules in New Zealand - how much you can charge, lodgement deadlines, the refund process, and what happens when there's a dispute.
New Zealand's rules around pets in rental properties shifted significantly in 2025. Here's what landlords need to know about the new framework, when you can still say no, and how to protect your property.
There's a right way and a wrong way to raise the rent on your investment property. Here's the legal process under the Residential Tenancies Act, including notice periods, frequency limits, and how to get the amount right.
Whether it's a fixed-term expiry, a periodic tenancy notice, or a termination for cause, here's how to end a tenancy lawfully under the Residential Tenancies Act.
A step-by-step guide to handling a tenant who has stopped paying rent, from the first missed payment through to the Tenancy Tribunal and beyond.