Renting Guide
Questions to ask before you rent a house in NZ
Go over these points before signing on the dotted line.
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Before signing a lease in New Zealand, ask key questions at the viewing. Confirm the total move-in cost, including the bond and advance rent. Inquire about the pet policy and what chattels (furnishings, whiteware) are included.
Check if the property meets Healthy Homes Standards for warmth and dryness, which affects comfort and energy bills. Also ask about previous tenant tenure, who your main contact for maintenance will be, and specifics about the neighbourhood and neighbours.
What you’ll learn:
Questions to ask at a rental viewing
1. How much is the rent, and move in costs?
Make sure you know how much, and when, rent is due.
2. Is it possible to have a pet?
3. Is the property insulated and energy efficient?
4. What chattels are included in the tenancy agreement?
Items belonging to the current tenants won't be included when you take over the property.
5. How long did the last tenants live here?
6. Who will be my main contact?
You need to know who you'll be dealing with if there are maintenance issues or problems with the property.
7. When is the move in date?
8. What’s the neighbourhood like?
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