Renting Horror Story: Tenant left with $15,000 bill
Earlier this year a horror renting story made headlines – a tenant found himself burdened with a massive $15,000 bill which could have easily been avoided.
Protecting Your Investment with Real Landlord Insurance
In property management, safeguarding your investment is essential. Landlords entrust their property to tenants, but unforeseen circumstances can pose risks. Landlord insurance acts as your shield in such situations.
Understanding My Rights as a Tenant
In the world of renting, your rights as a tenant matter. Here at Angel Property Managers, we understand this and aim to help guide Kiwis through the intricacies of tenant rights and landlord responsibilities. Quiet Enjoyment As a tenant, you have the right to...
Essential Property Maintenance Tips for Landlords
Property maintenance – who’s responsible? Put simply, landlords. Landlords and property owners are responsible for ensuring their rental properties are well-maintained. This not only keeps tenants happy but also benefits landlords by attracting and...
Navigating High Inflation: Setting Rents for Optimum Results
In a high-inflation environment, landlords face challenges in setting fair rental rates. Some landlords feel the rent should increase simply to pass on their increased costs. Here are valuable tips to help you establish and justify well-positioned rental rates:
Owner Responsibility in Fair Rent Increases and Maintenance: The Guiding Principles for Landlords
As a property owner, there are responsibilities that are fundamental to your role, including setting fair rent increases and maintaining your property. Let’s explore these two elements in depth. Fair Rent Increase: One of your primary responsibilities as a...
Who is responsible for damage to a rental property?
As a landlord, it’s crucial to understand who is responsible for any damages to your property. It’s also your responsibility to make tenants aware of their obligations when it comes to not only maintaining the property but also avoiding damage. While it’s important to...
Breaking a fixed-term tenancy as a landlord.
Breaking a fixed-term agreement with your tenant can occur for a number of reasons. This can range from wanting to sell your property or having tenants that are not complying with the terms of your agreement. It’s important to know the laws and steps to take around...
Keeping the mould under control
Mould is a common issue in New Zealand homes. With the recent flooding and cyclone, keeping the moisture in the air under control is crucial. High levels of humidity in your home can lead to mould growth. Living in a mouldy home can cause many health issues such as...