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Thinking About Buying a Queenstown Investment Property? Read This First
Buying a Queenstown investment property can look very different from buying an investment property elsewhere in New Zealand. From tenant demand and achievable rent to parking, storage and ongoing maintenance, there are a number of things worth considering before you buy.
From a property management perspective, there are certain things we look at when we're assessing whether a property is likely to work well as a long-term rental. Read more
First-Time Renter Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before Renting
First-Time Renter? Your Complete Guide to Renting a Home.
If you’re a first-time renter, the process can feel a little overwhelming. So, we’ve put together our guide to help you understand what to expect from start to finish. Read more
What Does “Reasonably Clean and Tidy” Mean in a Rental Property?
Understanding cleaning expectations in rental properties can often be a grey area for both landlords and tenants. One of the most commonly misunderstood phrases in New Zealand tenancy law is the requirement for a property to be left in a "reasonably clean and tidy" condition at the end of a tenancy. Read more
Meth Contamination in Rental Properties: New NZ Rules Every Landlord Must Know
Read Housemart’s key takeaways on New Zealand’s new methamphetamine contamination rules for rental properties, including what landlords and tenants need to know about the updated standards. Read more
To Furnish or not to Furnish Your Rental Property
At Housemart, 93% of the properties we manage are unfurnished. Here’s why that works — and when furnishing still makes sense. Read more
Overseas Investment Act Changes
Find out more about the recent changes to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 introduced a new pathway that allows certain investor visa holders to purchase high-value residential properties in New Zealand. Read more
Chattels Valuation Reminder
A chattels evaluation can be useful for property owners and investors for several reasons. Here are some key benefits: Read more
Festive Season Updates
As we head into the festive season, the office is buzzing with activity. Here’s a quick update on what’s been happening at Housemart and what to expect over the coming weeks. Read more
Pet Rules & Tenancy Laws For Your Rental Property
We wanted to let you know about some upcoming changes to tenancy laws regarding pets. The commencement date for the pet-related changes under the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 has now been confirmed by Cabinet — these will take effect from 1 December 2025. Read more