Rental Application Process

12/10/2021

Step 1 – The properties T and T Property Management have available for rent are advertised on our web page, Trade Me, Facebook and if appropriate the local newspaper. If you have seen a property that you would like to view we ask you to drive by first to ensure it is in an area you like and

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Ways to increase rental return

28/09/2021

With the right improvements you could add value to your property which would attract higher rent or fetch a higher yield when you plan to sell the home. When you own your own home, renovations are about creativity. But when you own a rental property, you need think about what’s practical rather than imposing your

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Qualities of a dream tenant

14/09/2021

Rent paid on time – Paying rent on time is one of the most fundamental aspects of any tenancy. Paying rent helps the owner pay their mortgage but in return gives the tenant a stable place to live. Treat the property as if it were their own – A tenant that is “house proud” is

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What is considered when screening potential tenants?

31/08/2021

1 Relevant criminal convictions: Online background checks are done to avoid tenanting to potentially destructive tenants. However when completing a background check it is a case by case process. Which involves considering the nature of the offence and the severity. 2 Good credit history: Checking an applicant’s credit history may help you avoid rent arrears.

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Trusted Partner

17/08/2021

We are please to be signed up as a trusted partner of tenancy.co.nz. As we strive to do better everyday and provide excellent service to our clients. A service that constantly provides us with the knowledge and support with the ever changing laws and regulations around property management.

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Fines after July 1st

03/08/2021

The 1st of July deadline dawned on us fairy quickly and it is important all landlords understand what that means when a new tenancy begins. As you may already know after July 1st 2021 all new tenancies and renewals in rental homes will have to fully comply with the Healthy Homes standards within 90 days

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1st July Update – Healthy Homes

06/07/2021

A reminder update for everyone, tenants and landlords. As of the 1st of July, all new tenancies and renewals in rental homes will have to fully comply with the Healthy Homes standards within 90 days of the start of the tenancy or renewal. We here at T And T Property Management have been working hard

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5 Surprising facts about Property Management

22/06/2021

Bonds, we don’t hold bonds it is held by a third party We are the middle person and act on behalf of the owner so cant always make decisions on the spot When suppliers do jobs we use trusted suppliers but it is out of our control for some jobs on their time frame Coming

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