Investor Articles
Nov 14, 2025
When a 7.5% Property Management Fee Isn’t Really 7.5%
Many NZ landlords are caught out by hidden property management fees.
Learn how a 7.5% fee can become 9% and how Waikato Real Estate saved one landlord $547 a year.
Nov 10, 2025
The Real Cost of Rental Property Management in Hamilton: 2025 Price Guide
Property management fees in Hamilton might look straightforward - most companies quote between 7% and 10% of your rental income. But that's rarely what you actually pay.
Sep 1, 2025
Hamilton Rental Market Update 2025 – Insights for Hamilton Landlords & Investors
The Hamilton rental market is shifting.
Learn how rents, tenant demand, and population growth impact landlords and property investors in 2025.
Aug 25, 2025
How to Choose a Property Manager in Hamilton (Even if It’s Not Us)
If you’re a landlord or property investor searching for property management in Hamilton, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who manages your rental property.
The right property manager can protect your investment, keep tenants happy, and save you time and stress. The wrong one? That can mean higher vacancy, more arrears, and costly mistakes.
Aug 21, 2025
So you’re a Landlord: Here’s what the IRD needs from you
Becoming a landlord can happen in two ways — either you’ve set out deliberately to build a property investment portfolio, or you’ve “accidentally” ended up with a rental property after moving house or inheriting one.
Either way, the moment you start collecting rent, the IRD sees you as a business — and that means tax obligations.
Aug 18, 2025
Tenancy Tribunal Annual Report is Released: Key Insights for Hamilton Landlords
The Tenancy Tribunal's Annual Report, published in July 2025, highlights just how much pressure New Zealand’s rental market is under - and Hamilton landlords are right in the middle of it.
Aug 13, 2025
Major Lending Shift: 10-Year Interest Only Period Now Available to Property Investors
ANZ has shaken up the market by offering up to 10 years of interest-only repayments for eligible residential investment loans.
Here’s how it works - and why it matters for the Hamilton property investment market.
Aug 11, 2025
Are You Accidentally Breaking the RTA? 5 Laws Hamilton Landlords Often Miss
Being a landlord in Hamilton isn’t just about collecting rent - it’s about understanding and following the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA).
And while most landlords want to do the right thing, the law is detailed, ever-changing, and easy to get wrong unintentionally.
Aug 6, 2025
From 7% Squeeze to Cash Flow Relief: Property Investors Pivot to 1-Year Terms
In a clear shift of strategy, residential property investors are rushing into 1-year fixed mortgages - and the numbers back it up.
Jul 31, 2025
What Happens if Tenancy Services Audits Your Rental Property?
These audits aim to ensure landlords are meeting their obligations – and if you own a rental, it’s worth knowing what to expect should your property ever be selected.
Mar 14, 2025
What Adrian Orr’s departure means for Property Investors
While many headlines have focused on what this means for monetary policy, property investors should be paying close attention to the potential shifts in lending conditions and interest rates that could follow.
Feb 19, 2025
February OCR Cut: What it means for Property Investors
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) announced a 50 basis point cut to the Official Cash Rate (OCR) today—a move that surprised no one.
However, the real buzz began when the accompanying statement was released, prompting a scramble to analyse the key data in the 58-page document.
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