A landlord maintenance case shows the cost of leaving visible property deterioration unresolved. The Tenancy Tribunal awarded tenants $650 over a dilapidated boundary fence, while separately awarding the landlord $550 for tenant-caused wall damage.

Gross and net rental yield are two key measures used to assess rental property performance in New Zealand. Staircase explains how gross yield shows income before costs, while net yield reflects real expenses. Understanding gross vs net rental yield supports better investment decisions.

A recent tenant damage case shows how the Tenancy Tribunal separates normal wear and tear from damage a tenant may be responsible for. See why the landlord was awarded $2,412.34 for cleaning and repairs, including the full $1,200 bond.

National would lift the First Home Loan income cap to $300,000. Every other setting stays the same. Five consequences, and the fix available for each.

New Zealand’s property market has been through a brutal reset, but a long downturn does not mean permanent structural collapse. The next property cycle will place greater importance on timing, affordability, cashflow, debt structure, and local market selection.

A negatively geared property requires an owner contribution when its expenses exceed its rental income. However, short-term cashflow does not show the complete investment outcome. Debt reduction, rental growth, inflation, market cycles, and long-term capital growth can also influence its performance.

Accountants play an important role in protecting financial stability, but their advice may focus on short-term risk rather than long-term property cycles. Learn why a property investment accountant may still say no and what investors should consider before making a decision.

The OCR has risen to 2.75%, but July's housing data shows slow clearance rather than distress. Here is what the REINZ, RBNZ and lending figures actually show.

Accountants provide valuable guidance on tax, cashflow, and financial risk. However, complete property investment advice should also consider market cycles, supply, demand, capital allocation, and long-term growth. Here is why investors need both accounting expertise and property strategy before making a decision.

The latest average KiwiSaver balance by age data reveals how New Zealanders are tracking towards retirement. Members aged 61 to 65 have an average balance of $77,927, but thousands have saved considerably less. Kevin Lum explains why KiwiSaver can provide a foundation and why another long-term asset may be needed.