Frequently asked questions by property owners

27/04/2021

Below are some questions and answers to our most frequently asked questions from property owners.

How long does it take to rent my property once empty? We like to allow 1 month however it is very rarely that it takes us long.

How do you vet tenants? We do reference checks, credit checks, Facebook checks and google search

How much bond do you take? 4 weeks rent which is held with the Tenancy Service

How often do we receive rent payments? Fortnightly owner payments

What do you charge? Between 8 and 10% + GST depending on the property and $35 + GST for an inspection

How often do you complete an inspection? Every 3 months, 6 weeks for the first to make sure everything is okay.

Smoke Alarms Save Lives.

13/04/2021

Working smoke alarms are required in every rental property in New Zealand. Smoke alarms are to be installed 3 metres of each bedroom door or in every other room where a person sleeps. When your sleeping you lose your sense of smell, so don’t assume your smoke alarms are working. Check them regularly by pushing the test button to sound the alarm. Fire can spread incredibly fast. You can protect yourself and others in your home by taking 5mins to check your smoke alarm is in working order.  

Handy tip: if you can’t reach use the end of a broom.

Head over to the Fire and Emergency website for an easy-to-follow maintenance guide https://fireandemergency.nz/at-home/smoke-alarms/