Find your freedom. Make the move to professional property management
We help many property investors transition from self-management to our complete Wellington property management service. We manage all the details, freeing you to build your wealth and enjoy life.
Professional property management helps minimise risk, safeguard your asset, and gives you confidence that everything is being taken care of properly.
Why pay for professional property management?
Professional property management is about far more than collecting rent and arranging repairs.
- Protecting and growing your asset by keeping the property well maintained so its value improves over time.
- Nurturing positive, long-term tenant relationships while resolving any conflicts promptly, fairly, and firmly so your investment is not put at risk.
- Regularly reviewing rent to ensure you are achieving a fair market return and staying in step with local market changes each year.
- Keeping detailed records and paying close attention to the fine print so you are well prepared to protect your position if a tenancy issue arises.
- Ensuring your property and tenancy remain legally compliant as legislation changes, helping to minimise the risk of fines or finding yourself unable to defend a claim.
- Saving you significant time and stress by managing all of these details with specialist knowledge of both landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities
Professional property management is a tax deductible investment in the protection of your asset.
Many owners, particularly those who enjoy DIY or who live nearby, like the idea of managing their own investment properties. This can work well until a challenging situation arises. A difficult tenant, overdue rent, or property damage can cause a great deal of stress (and cost) to owners.
Risks of self management
The below scenarios are what we often see when self-managing owners come to us for professional management support:
- Their rental property has become tired, with more wear and tear over time, as regular inspections aren’t performed and repairs and maintenance aren’t stayed on top of
- Tenant living style is poorer than in professionally managed properties, as owners struggle with managing tenant behaviour to ensure the property value is upheld
- Tenants can sometimes establish inconsistent rental payment behaviour, skipping or paying partial rental payments, as owners hesitate to take swift (and legal) action
- Tenancy documentation and bonds may not have been completed or lodged with Tenancy Services properly by the owner, leaving them exposed to risk or unable to take legal action against a difficult tenant
- The property may no longer be fully Healthy Homes compliant, leaving the owner exposed to a potential fine of up to $7000, and unable to take legal action should a difficult tenancy arise
- Pre-move in photos and documentation is incomplete, making it difficult to prove any tenant damage at the end of a tenancy, leaving the owner unable to claim for any property repairs against the tenant’s bond.
Managing all the details takes considerable time, attention to detail and expert knowledge.
Want to self manage, but still receive ongoing management support?
Our Monthly Wellington Rental Insights newsletter shares insights on the local rental market, changes to regulatory requirements and other helpful advice. It’s a great resource for owners who prefer to self-manage, but want to stay abreast of Wellington Region market trends and news.
Need advice?
If you’re in a tricky situation with your rental property, we can help. Request a free, no obligation phone chat to discuss your situation ‘and recommended next steps.
Whether you’re new to residential property management or an experienced property investor, we offer a tailored, proactive service to ensure your assets are working for you.
Servicing the Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and Porirua regions for over 13 years.
Is self management right for you?
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