As the horizon of rental regulations undergoes a transformation, we find ourselves at the forefront of discussions surrounding pet ownership in rental properties. With impending law changes aiming to facilitate broader pet ownership, it is imperative for landlords to understand their rights and responsibilities in this evolving landscape. The proposed changes stipulate that landlords will […] The post How to Stop the New Pet Rules from Going Barking Mad appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

This morning the government unveiled impending changes to tenancy laws, including the return of the 90-day no-fault termination to the landlord’s toolkit. While this news may raise concerns among tenants, the Auckland Property Investors Association (APIA) urges a closer look at the potential benefits for both parties involved. Sarina Gibbon, APIA’s general manager, sheds light […] The post Why New Tenancy Law Changes Are a Win-Win for Tenants and Landlords appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

The Deputy Principal Tenancy Adjudicator, Rex Woodhouse, once described the Residential Tenancies Act as the most complicated piece of consumer legislation in New Zealand. I can’t agree with him more. When it comes to tenancy law, there isn’t always a thru line between common sense and compliance.  Sam’s story is unusual, though I suspect iterations […] The post One Where Common Sense Does Not Win The Day appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

In the rollercoaster ride of property investment, the coalition government’s recent backtracking on promised interest deductions for investors has left many feeling disillusioned. We recognise the disappointment among affected investors but urge a shift in focus towards the positive trajectory we’re now on. Let’s address the elephant in the room: the coalition agreement pledged a […] The post Empower Your Property Portfolio: Embracing the Perfectly Imperfect Journey of Mortgage Interest Deductibility appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

The government’s latest announcement on the pressing issue of emergency housing signals a notable shift towards fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors.  In brief, the government is setting out to end large-scale use of emergency housing by  This move signifies a pivotal moment in tackling one of our country’s most significant challenges, and […] The post Private Landlords Will Answer Government Call for Emergency Housing Relief Under the Right Policy Settings appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

Maintaining your property is vital for reducing the risk of damage and maximising the building’s value. Most landlords understand the importance of regular maintenance…Still, we find a few crucial tasks can sometimes slip through the cracks.  As property maintenance providers, we’re often called in after routine maintenance has been deferred. We can say with certainty […] The post Supercharge Your Property Portfolio: 5 Critical Maintenance Tasks for Landlords appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

Recently, CoreLogic has developed a new dataset/product, called Market Trends, which contains granular detail down to suburb level, also split by property type and bedroom count. Users can easily slice and dice the figures depending on their area of interest, so it’s pretty useful for investors looking at their next purchase or benchmarking the performance […] The post What can Market Trends tell us about Auckland property? appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

In our most recent webinar, Rene from initio insurance talked about about some of the critical issues facing property owners today. This discussion highlighted the growing concerns over flood and fire risks to properties, underscoring the importance of being informed and proactive in managing these challenges. We’ve summarised key takeaways: Fire risk reduction for Landlords Something discussed […] The post Essential Insights on Fire and Flood Risk Management for Landlords appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

This question is from Rodney My tenant’s last rent increase took effect on 1 April 2023. Does the notice for this year’s rent increase need to be given on 1 April, the same day as last year’s increase, or can it be provided 60 days prior so that the new rent increase aligns with the […] The post How to optimise rent increases appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more

This question is from Carol: I’m curious about the mandated frequency of insulation checks. The ceiling and underfloor insulation in my rental property were installed in June 2017. Absent any changes being made to the insulation, are we required to inspect at any specific interval? The insulation standard under HHS is binary. Your property is […] The post How often must HHS hardware be checked? appeared first on Auckland Property Investors Association ..read more