How
much will I need to pay in advance?
Once
notified of your application being approved, we will set up an
appointment to complete the Residential Tenancy Agreement and
related documentation.
At your
appointment to complete the Residential Tenancy Agreement, you
must pay the following:
- Rent:
One week rent
in advance
- Bond:
Equivalent to four weeks rent
- Letting
Fee: $100.00
Once all
necessary paperwork signed and all monies paid, we will be able to
issue you with keys to your new home.
Rent
under your Residential Tenancy Agreement is payable in advance.
If at any time you are unable to make a rental payment, on
or before the due date, please make immediate contact with your
Property Manager.
Your
bond will be lodged with the Tenancy Services.
The bond is held as security against any damage or undue
wear and tear. The
bond will be refunded promptly after you vacate, provided the
premises are left in as close as possible to the same condition as
when your tenancy commenced and there are no monies owing.
What
is the procedure for routine inspections?
During
the course of your tenancy, your Property Manager will inspect the
premises periodically. These
inspections are carried out during our normal office hours.
You will receive written notification in advance and are
welcome to be present during an inspection.
What
insurance do I need?
We
strongly recommend you arrange your own contents insurance, as
your possessions will not be covered by the owner’s insurance.
What
if the property needs repairs
and maintenance?
All
repairs and maintenance requests can be telephoned, emailed or
faxed directly to our Property Management Centre.
All repairs are
attended to as promptly as possible; however, it is often
necessary to obtain the property owner’s approval and/or quotes
before any work can commence, so a delay is sometimes unavoidable.
In the event of
an emergency, please contact our Property Management Centre.
If firm
arrangements regarding access for any trades people are not kept by
you, the service charge for calling the tradesperson will be
automatically passed on to you for payment.
Where applicable,
the upkeep of the gardens and grounds are your responsibility. Please do not store unnecessary paper, rubbish, bottles, cans
etc on or around the premises.
Can
the rent go up during a tenancy?
Yes but the landlord must
provide you with 60 days notice of the increase. The rent
cannot be increased within 180 days after the date the last
increase took place or from the start date of the tenancy.
Can
I have flatmates?
Yes, as long as the number of people in the property does not
exceed that stipulated on the Tenancy Agreement, and you have
first obtained full permission of the Landlord.
A flatmate is not legally
responsible for the tenancy. The only persons who are liable
are those who are specifically named and have signed the Tenancy
Agreement.
It is common practice for more than one person living in a
property to sign the Tenancy Agreement. This makes them all
jointly and severally liable for meeting the terms of the
agreement.
What
about sub-leasing?
Whangamata Real Estate Tenancy Agreements do not permit subleasing
or assigning of a tenancy.
When
can the Landlord or agent enter the property and how much notice
am I entitled to?
Notice
for access varies as follows-
- If you agree, the landlord can
enter the property immediately
- For the purpose of carrying
out a routine inspection – 48 hours.
- For the purpose of carrying
out necessary repairs or maintenance – 24 hours
- For the purpose of showing the
property to prospective tenants, purchasers or a registered
valuer – by consent (which cannot be unreasonably withheld)
How
do I Terminate my Residential Tenancy Agreement?
Your
Residential Tenancy Agreement is a legally binding contract,
providing protection for both you and the owner.
If you have a periodic tenancy, to terminate your Residential Tenancy Agreement you are
required to provide Whangamata Real Estate Ltd with twenty one
(21) days prior written notice of your intention to vacate the
premises.
If
you have a fixed term tenancy, this cannot be terminated except by
mutual consent of both parties.
