In our life time we all manage to establish something whether it be a property, a business or simply even savings, we still have interests that we would like to see protected. The easiest way to do so is to make sure you have a valid Will. Your Will is one of the most...
Tenancies in New Zealand typically fall into two categories - residential or commercial. It is important for a landlord to understand the difference between the two.
A residential tenancy refers to a tenancy where a property is being rented to live in. Residential tenan...
This is not an unreasonable question to ask given the growing number of New Zealand homes which have tested positive for methamphetamine or “P”. The risk of a contaminated property affects property owners, buyers, sellers and tenants.
When purchasing a property, it’s advised a purchaser obtains a Land Information Memorandum Report (also known as a LIM Report). A LIM Report can be obtained from the local authority for a fee, and contains valuable information about the property such as soil contaminat...
In 2009, tenants Kenji and Tieko Osaki caused substantial damage to their rented home when Mrs Osaki left a pot of oil unattended on the stove, resulting in a fire breaking out through the property. The property was repaired through the landlord’s insurance, but the in...
Auctions are now becoming a more popular method of selling property. However, vendors have a lot to consider before agreeing to go to auction. For example, vendors need to determine a reserve price, bidding increments and what happens if the reserve price is not met. ...
Auctions are now becoming a more popular method of selling property. Purchasing a property through auction is a little different to purchasing through other methods and purchasers have a lot to consider.
Sales by auction are unconditional. Once the hammer falls and th...
