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From 1 July 2019, it will be compulsory for all rental properties to meet the new minimum insulation requirements. All landlords should check that the insulation at their properties meets the standards and take action if necessary before the new requirements become compulsory.

Digitisation of tenancy documents is undoubtedly the future of renting.

Efforts to encourage landlords to insulate their rental properties date back to 2007. The prospect of Rental Warrant of Fitness (WOF) is also gathering momentum. It’s likely that a compulsory WOF will be introduced in the coming years as the newly elected Labour coalition government focuses on housing reform. There is no better time than now to understand what this might mean for you.

If you know a tenancy is ending soon, you'll need to deal with various issues. Follow myRent's guide to avoid the stress of overlooking something important.

Maintenance and repairs issues are best resolved through discussion and positive communication between landlords and tenants. It's important to understand your rights and responsibilities when it comes to fixing these issues.

A periodic tenancy has no set end date and continues until either the landlord or tenant gives written notice to end the tenancy. A fixed term tenancy is where the landlord and tenant agree that the tenancy will only last for a set period of time, e.g. one year. If a fixed term expires but neither the landlord or tenant give notice, the tenancy then becomes periodic.

Paying the correct rent on time is one of the most important parts of a tenancy. If rent falls into arrears, the best way to quickly resolve the issue is for the tenant and landlord to come to an understanding about how the overdue rent will be paid.

Market Rent is calculated based on data from bonds lodged with Tenancy Services...but how accurate is this data and is there a better alternative?

Planning a little fun in the sun? Cultural tour? Business trip? Or just a relaxing break away from it all... If you are out of the country for more than 21 days, then you'll need to assign someone to manage the property in your absence.

NZ tenancy law states that both the landlord and tenant are required to inform each other if their contact details change within 10 days.