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Toilet blockages can be a frustrating problem, especially when the issue is severe enough to require repair. But when it comes to covering the costs, the responsibility isn’t always clear-cut.

When tenants vacate a property, they sometimes leave behind more than memories. Understanding the distinction between normal wear and tear versus actual damage is crucial for landlords when deciding on the next steps.

As a landlord, it's important to be prepared for the unexpected. Severe weather can cause significant damage to your rental property, and it's important to have a plan in place to respond to any damage. In this post, we'll cover the steps that landlords should take if their rental is damaged in severe weather, including contacting their insurance company, making temporary repairs, and working with tenants to repair the damage.

As a landlord, knowing if your tenants are smoking inside the property is important. There may be some implications if your tenants breach the terms of their tenancy agreement. In this post, we will explore some common signs that tenants may be smoking inside the property and strategies for addressing this issue.

Nothing in the Residential Tenancies Act actually requires signatures on inspection reports. But it is a standard practice for landlords and tenants to do so.

Nothing in the Residential Tenancies Act gives a clear definition of "fair wear and tear". Although there is no official list of what's included in "normal" wear and tear and what would classify as unreasonable damage, we thought to create some basic guidelines for both landlords and tenants to help you make the distinction.

More details have now become available on the rent increase freezes, and tenancy terminations bans. These measures have now become law through the COVID-19 Response (Urgent Management Measures) Amendment Act.

Landlords should prepare for a country-wide lockdown starting this week and consider how the COVID-19 crisis might change your obligations as a landlord.

Majority of disputes between landlords and tenants happen at the end of the tenancy and usually are about the bond. So landlords should know what amounts they are, in fact, entitled to deduct lawfully.

A landlord has won a case against his tenants to have his damaged carpets replaced to repair damage caused by two tenant's dogs.

A new law, called the Residental Tenancies Amendment Act (No 2) was passed on 30th June 2019. What does it cover and how does it affect New Zealand landlords and tenants?

Going to the Tenancy Tribunal is not as intimidating as most first timers imagine. However, it is important to be clear, non-emotional and prepared if you are going to have the best chance of getting the ruling you desire.

A landlord is required to maintain their property in a reasonable state of repair and comply with all relative legislation.

Your property purchase is a valuable investment, it needs looking after. Choosing the right insurance policy to protect it should be at the top of your priority list.

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.