Mar
18
How will new Government policy affect property investment?
There are a raft of policy changes in the works that affect residential property investments. With brightline tests, capital gains taxes and new requirements for heating and ventilation, the impact is going to be far-reaching.
Oct
29
When to trim your shelterbelts

With the right expertise, a professional trim can also encourage more growth and train the hedge into the shape you want it.
Oct
26
4 ways to remove a tree stump

If you’ve had a tree cut down or a tree on your property has fallen over, you know what an eyesore a tree stump can be. If you leave the stump behind it not only poses a safety risk and …
Mar
13
Meth – Is Your Insurance Going To Cover It?

I was asked recently by one of our members how to do a credit check. I was thinking about this request when an important email came in from IAG about Meth contamination. IAG is the market leader in New Zealand …
Sep
22
RTA Amendments of 2016
A lot has been written about the new law that has been passed. MBIE will talk about it at our next meeting. They might even mention about some things that should have been included in the amendment such at the …
Aug
29
How to Reduce Home Heat Loss

Reducing heat loss in a rental property is one great way to keep tenants happy and encourage them to stay longer. When buying a rental property, make sure that you get a proper inspection to check what sort of problems you might have with moisture, ventilation and heating!