Investor Articles

Jan 16, 2026

Yes, We Manage Rentals in Cambridge Too

A few weeks ago, I had a call from a landlord who had been reading our articles for a while. She paused partway through the conversation and said, almost apologetically, “I really like how you talk about property management, but you only manage in Hamilton, right?”

It is a question I hear more often than you might expect. So, it feels like the right time to answer it properly.

Yes, we manage rentals in Cambridge too.

Jan 14, 2026

Self-Managing vs Using a Property Manager: Pros, Cons, and What Landlords Should Consider

One of the first decisions a residential landlord faces is whether to manage their rental property themselves or appoint a professional property manager.

Both approaches can work well, depending on the owner’s experience, time availability, risk tolerance, and investment goals.

Dec 17, 2025

If I Were Buying in 2026, Here's Where I'd Look in Hamilton (And Why)

Every year around this time, I take a quiet hour to look over my portfolio and ask myself a simple question: "If I were buying right now, where would I actually put my money?"

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.

Dec 15, 2025

Hamilton Rental Market 2025 Round Up – Insights for Hamilton Landlords & Investors

The Hamilton rental market is shifting.

Learn how rents, tenant demand, and population growth impacted 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.