Tenant help and tips

As a tenant, there are a number of things you will need to know when applying for a rental property or when you move in. That’s where we come in. Here you’ll find help and advice about renting a property and answers to those frequently asked questions.

Government Housing Announcement

24 March 2021

On 23 March 2021, the Government announced its housing package aimed at making it easier for first home buyers to get onto the property ladder. Find out more. 

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Getting to the top of the rental application pile in a competitive market

27 January 2021

In order to get yourself to the top of the pile of applications, a strategy is necessary. Here’s our top five tips that can get you into the place that you have your heart set on.

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Holiday tips for renters

20 December 2020

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Family, friends and colleagues are filled with cheer and ready to celebrate the festive season. Before you dive into the holiday period, here's some holiday tips for renters.

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Advice for first time buyers looking to buy in a hot market

19 December 2020

Are you looking to buy your first property? The check out these top tips from Director, Kiri Barfoot about buying property in a hot market.

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What tenants need to know about smoke alarm maintenance in rental properties

29 November 2020

Working smoke alarms or detectors are compulsory in all rental homes. Using tenancy services as a reliable source of information, here's what you need to know.

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What tenants need to know - Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2020

29 August 2020

The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2020 is now live and affects both tenants and landlords. Using Tenancy Services as a credible source here's an overview of the changes tenants need to know as well as roll out timeframes. For further reference, information links have been included at the bottom of the article.

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Buying off the plans makes sense for first-time buyers

27 June 2020

When considering buying property for the first time, you should not overlook the option of buying off the plans. Not only would you get a brand new property built to the latest building codes, but the price is fixed at the time of purchase. You also get the opportunity to buy into an exciting new development or precinct.

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Small garden hacks

19 February 2020

Large gardens sometimes get sacrificed to stay within budget when searching for a property to rent. We've put together some fun and easy tips to leverage every centimetre of a smaller garden.

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Storage solutions for renters

26 November 2019

Sometimes when you move into a rental home in New Zealand, adequate storage space may be lacking. With our clever storage solutions, you can have every room sorted for long-term and keep uncomfortable clutter at bay. Here's a few tips and tricks to consider.

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Home tips for Winter

14 February 2019

With the cooling weather of of Autumn, it's a good time to get your rental ready for winter. Here's a few tips to consider.

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Tenant help and tips