Landlord Help And Tips

When it comes to property investment, it always pays to do your homework. That’s why we've created these set of articles and how-to guides to help you find out all you need to know.

Are you ready for the 1st of July and Healthy Homes Compliance?

19 June 2025

From 1 July 2025, all private rental properties must meet the Healthy Homes Standards - covering heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture ingress and drainage, and draught stopping. Contact Barfoot & Thompson Property Management for a healthy homes assessment & appraisal.

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Your spring maintenance checklist

30 August 2021

With winter nearly behind us it is time to look forward to warm sunny days and outdoor entertaining. Now is a great time to get ahead of the game with home maintenance so you can kick back in your hammock with a cool drink instead of wishing you hadn’t procrastinated. Also, with shipping issues still in play, heading to the hardware store now means that you can get the supplies you need before everyone else starts their DIY projects.

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Advice for new property buyers

15 September 2019

Whether you're looking to purchase your first home or your first investment property, if you're a young property buyer, it can be daunting to navigate today's market. Barfoot & Thompson Director Kiri Barfoot shares some tips.

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Kitchen enhancements for a good return on investment

05 August 2019

Property investors are always looking to increase the return on their rentals. In between tenants, is a good time to consider what updates or changes you might make to your kitchen that could increase the property’s value and what you can expect to charge per week.

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New healthy homes standards

23 July 2019

New healthy homes standards - find out what you need to do to make sure your rental property meets requirements by the deadline.

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Ground Moisture Barrier

29 March 2019

If a rental property has an enclosed subfloor, it must have a ground moisture barrier (if it is possible to install one). Find out more about this.

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Insuring your rental property - what you need to know

21 February 2019

Landlord's protection insurance covers your valuable asset for a range of possible scenarios, and can save you time, money and stress.

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Storm readiness

18 February 2019

Are you ready for a super-sized storm?

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Health & safety at work Act

16 July 2017

If you are a property owner, it's important that you understand your obligations under the health and safety at Work Act. Here's what you need to know.   

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5 ways to power up your property investment strategy

14 November 2016

If you're wanting to take your property investment portfolio to the next level, here are some steps you can take to make it happen. 

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Six ways to make your rental property safer for children

28 September 2016

Safekids Aotearoa, in partnership with the Starship Foundation, has 6 top recommendations for landlords to make rental properties safer for children. 

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Methamphetamine - managing the risk

25 July 2016

As a landlord, it's important to know your responsibilities around methamphetamine contamination - both for your tenants' safety, and to ensure that you and your property is adequately covered.

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A beginner's guide to being a landlord

15 November 2015

Whether you've just bought your first investment property, or are renting out your family home, there's a lot to arrange when you become a landlord. To start you off on the right path, we've put together a list of five things to think about when you become a landlord for the first time.

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Make your rental property more energy efficient

20 May 2015

With just a few small adjustments, you can make your rental property warmer, drier and more energy efficient for your tenants - all on a budget that might just surprise you.

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Should I furnish my rental property?

15 April 2015

Furnishing a rental property can be a great idea, but it's only likely to add value if you have the right type of property and are targeting a specific type of tenant.

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How to save money on your investment in the long run

23 February 2015

It pays to think long term when it comes to your rental investments. Find out what you should focus your time and money on.

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Tips for improving your rental property's appeal

22 September 2014

Want to make your rental property more attractive to prospective tenants? There are plenty of quick, easy and inexpensive things you can do to improve your property’s visual appeal.

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Common mistakes landlords make

22 September 2014

Having an investment property can be very rewarding, but there are some common mistakes landlords make.

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Should I allow pets in my rental property?

21 September 2014

If you're thinking about making your rental properties pet-friendly, here are a few things to think about, including how to attract tenants with pets, what to do during the screening process and how to make sure your investment is protected.

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Landlord FAQs

07 August 2014

Read this article for answers to the questions landlords frequently ask.

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Fire safety tips for landlords

05 August 2014

Protecting your investment from a fire when you aren’t around isn’t easy but there are some simple steps you can take to minimise the chance of it happening, and any damage if it does occur.

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Top 4 tips to keep tenants happy

05 August 2014

As a landlord, one of the most important things is having long term and reliable tenants. Once you’ve found trustworthy and dependable tenants, you’ll want to make a sure they’re happy and that they want to stick around. Here are some helpful hints to keep your tenants on side.

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Common problems faced by landlords

05 August 2014

When it comes to being a landlord, the last thing you want to do is spend your weekends sorting out problems. That’s why having a property manager is so important.

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Top 6 mistakes tenants make

05 August 2014

There are several mistakes that tenants often make. These common mistakes include misunderstanding the lease agreement, failure to advise the landlord of any repairs or damage, failure to research the area and not taking out content insurance.

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Winter maintenance tips

05 August 2014

It's always a good time to make sure your rental property is ready to face the harsher weather conditions. Here are a few helpful tips for all landlords and home owners.

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Cost effective tips to increase your rental return

05 August 2014

Discover some cost effective ways to help you improve tenantability and demand for your investment property.

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How to attract the right tenants?

05 August 2014

Find out how employing an experienced and licensed property manager to carry out screening and maintaining a well looked after property can help you acquire and retain excellent tenants for your property.

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Top 5 backyard tips to improve the value of your property

24 July 2014

A backyard blitz can not only add value to your property but can help you increase your rental return and demand for your investment property.

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Summer maintenance tips

24 July 2014

Read our helpful tips on how to maintain, improve and add value to your property over the summer months.

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Understanding return on investment

20 July 2014

Investing in property isn’t rocket science but does require a bit of homework - and that’s where understanding potential returns on investments comes in. Here are some basics to help you understand returns and get you closer to your property dream.

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