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Rents rise as rentals become scarce

Thursday, May 24th, 2018

New Zealand’s national median rent has hit a record­ $475 per week in April, driven by strong demand in the regions, according to data from Trade Me.

Head of Trade Me Property Nigel Jeffries said rents typically cooled in autumn more...

Tribunal made right call on Air B&B

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018

** Wellington tenant made to pay out $2150 back to the owner for Air B&B **

More landlords should ensure their tenants expressly agree not to sublet properties via Airbnb, the New Zealand Property Investors Federation says.

The Tenancy Tribunal more...

Property Management Update – May 2018

Thursday, May 17th, 2018

Property Management Update: 

Tis the season to enjoy the colours of autumn – perhaps the prettiest of all the seasons. Therefore it is a timely reminder that gutters and downpipes need to be cleaned (once the leaves have finished falling), more...

Letting Fees – Property Management

Monday, April 16th, 2018

Letting Fees

This is a very topical subject throughout New Zealand and Christchurch at the moment. Lots of discussion on owners paying these fees rather than the tenants. The government are very keen to remove this cost from the tenants. more...

Christchurch Property Management News – April 2018

Tuesday, April 10th, 2018

Tania Ellis (Division Manager) & Kelly Lang (Business Development Manager) discuss topics including letting fees, purchasing an investment property, the current rental market and more.

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Great Presentation is Key

Monday, February 26th, 2018

JUST LISTED!

396 Wigram Road, Halswell

 

 

Great presentation and management of your property provides multiple benefits…

  • Great Tenants
  • Great Rental Returns
  • Better Property Management

 

Customer Testimonial

We looked at the video, which gave us a better more...

Christchurch Property Management Update

Wednesday, February 21st, 2018

Christchurch home owners deserve to have their biggest assets managed to the highest standard and care.

At Whittle Knight & Boatwood Ltd

“Your Investment Is Our Investment”

 

  • Fully Licensed REAA 2008
  • Personalised & Friendly
  • Highly Efficient Service Delivery
  • Exceptional
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Why do you need a Property Manager?

Friday, February 16th, 2018

Peace of mind

There is nothing better than knowing an expert property management company is looking after your investment. You can be confident that returns are being maximized for you and the legislation is being dealt with correctly. Having your more...

November Property Management Update

Thursday, December 7th, 2017

Property Management Update

So here we are again – the last few days of 2017 are certainly numbered!!

The month has been busy with a record month of leasing, as we have made the most of the last days of more...

How to get your bond back at the end of your tenancy.

Monday, November 27th, 2017

Whittle Knight & Boatwood How to get your bond back at the end of your tenancy.

Despite what some tenants may think, Property Managers are not out to make the bond inspection difficult, they want tenants to get their bonds more...