Guides for Wellington landlords & tenants.
Practical, plain-English resources to help you make confident decisions about your property or your tenancy.
The Authority to Act, Explained
What a management agreement actually authorises — and eight questions to ask before signing anyone's.
Read morePets in Rentals: The New Rules
Pet consent, the 21-day rule and the two-week pet bond — for landlords and tenants.
Read moreFixed-Term vs Periodic Tenancies
Compare expiry, notice and rent rules, with links to official guidance for landlords and tenants.
Read moreHow to Choose a Property Manager
The industry is unregulated — here's the checklist that separates professionals from the rest.
Read moreThe Wellington Landlord Guide
Everything you need to know about owning and renting out a property in Wellington.
Read moreHealthy Homes Checklist
Free printable checklist: prepare records, review the five standards and plan maintenance using official guidance.
Use the free checklistWellington Rental Market Report
Explore official Wellington rental bond evidence by source area and reporting period.
Read moreTenant Moving Guide
A simple checklist for applying, moving in and settling into your new home.
Read moreMaintenance Requests
How to report an issue, our priority guide, and what to do in a genuine emergency.
Read moreRental Pricing & Returns
Compare bond data, asking rents and property-specific evidence, then consider vacancy and costs.
Read moreCompliance & Notice Periods
Key rules, timeframes and obligations under the Residential Tenancies Act.
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