www.rentagain.nz   >   breaches   >  About Breaches React quickly and firmly to minimise costs Breaches cause:-   ●  Large, growing debts   ●  Extra administration costs   ●  Diminishing respect between parties    ●  Damaged reputations   ●  Upset neighbours   ●  Loss of capital values   ●  Rental business failures   ●  Homeless renters Common renter breaches may include:-   ●  Rent arrears   ●  Property damage   ●  Failure to clean and care for property   ●  Unsightly or hazardous storage of goods or rubbish   ●  Upsetting neighbours   ●  Unauthorised occupants   ●  Unauthorised pets   ●  Non working smoke detectors   ●  Smoking etc (Lawful items specifically stated in agreements)   Owner breaches may include:-   ●  Abusing renters' rights   ●  Non compliant buildings   ●  Failure to forward bonds to Tenancy Services   ●  Unreasonably withholding bonds after terminations  How owners might reduce renters' breaches:-   ●  Respond more quickly when breaches appear     ●  Choose renters more carefully more   ●  Before leasing, take photographs & meth tests   ●  Ensure neighbours can contact owners   ●  Maintain and check weekly rent records   ●  Make more inspections   ●  Be professional, respectful and friendly   ●  Improve use of the Diary   ●  Know and comply with Residential Tenancy Laws   ●  Keep repairs and maintenance up to date   ●  Encourage renters to report maintenance issues.        (Some renters unwisely believe its better not to report R&M issues) How renters can help minimise breach events   ●  Advise owners of concerns or maintenance needs quickly   ●  Stay friendly and polite   ●  Be a good neighbour   ●  Care for the property   ●  Maintain rent payments     ●  Seek advice from tenancy services before acting   ●  Know and comply with Residential Tenancy Laws rentagain index Top