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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.

One question that often comes up is: who pays if an LED light fitting needs replacing? Here, we break down when tenants are responsible and when it’s on the landlord.

When unexpected issues like a hot water cylinder failing occur, it's important as a landlord to handle the situation with quickly and efficiently. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to navigate such scenarios, keeping both the landlord's and tenant's responsibilities and rights in mind.

Understanding lawn and garden maintenance responsibilities in a rental property is important. Let's break it down simply.

A landlord is responsible for ensuring that their rental property is in good condition and ready for their tenants to move in on the agreed-upon start date. However, unforeseen problems, such as a major plumbing issue, can cause delays or disrupt your tenants' plans. In this article, we will discuss what happens to the tenancy in the case of a major unforeseen issue before the start date and provide tips for landlords on handling this situation.

The Residential Tenancies Act requires tenants to keep the premises 'reasonably' clean and tidy.

As we move away from the alert level system, the COVID-19 Protection Framework is setting in. So what restrictions apply to different traffic light settings, and what do they mean to landlords and tenants?

We've put together the most commonly asked questions we receive about managing tenancies during the Lockdown.

So you're renting out a property with a pool. Lucky tenants! But who should be responsible for keeping it clean and paying for necessary repairs?

Anything new installed in the rental property or provided to meet the Healthy Homes Standards must be maintained in good working order.

The Health Act Order was signed off, and the Government released the official guidelines that the realestate industry needs to follow during Alert Level 2.

The Government has announced some clarification about Level 3 restrictions. Here is what you need to know about conducting inspections and addressing maintenance issues.

Under Alert Level 3, we will still have significant restrictions on our day-to-day lives. Still, the Government has announced important improvements to the realestate sector, which will allow many landlords to regain some normality.

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.

Becoming a landlord is a daunting task. Where to start, how to make sure you don't miss anything, what can be done to make sure you don't lose money (and sleep) down the track?

Plumbing leaks can cause a lot of headaches to both landlords and tenants. Dealing with plumbers, insurers, potential damage to flooring and fixtures and unexpected repair costs are all painful enough. But who picks up the bill for unexpected water or heating charges?

A new Tenancy Tribunal decision demonstrates that neglecting serious maintenance issues can have big financial implications.

Ever wondered why some properties are rented within days and others sit vacant for weeks on end? Most often than not it comes down to property features and how appealing the property is to potential tenants.

When a pest infestation occurs at a property, both the landlord and tenant are likely to be eager to fix the problem. To learn where the responsibility of pest eradication lies, different circumstances will need to be evaluated.

It’s no surprise that a well-renovated, freshly refurbished property attracts more interest from higher quality tenants but also higher rents. If you finally decide to spend some hard-earned money on your investment property, you'll want to make sure the renovation will maximise your rental yields.

Buying an investment property is an exciting venture, but becoming a first time landlord can be a little daunting. You bought the property... now what?

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

As a landlord you have the right to access your rental property at certain times with proper notice and after permission has been granted by your tenant. These rules help to ensure that your tenants are receiving their entitlement to quiet enjoyment.