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Seminars

Introductory seminars to help new landlords get it right

It’s your property so get it right – here’s how: 

The Department of Building and Housing is running introductory education seminars to help new landlords run their rental properties effectively.

The seminars are designed for landlords who have little or no experience in the New Zealand rental market.

There is no charge for the seminar, but places are limited and you must register to attend. Call 0800 TENANCY (0800 83 62 62) or email seminars@dbh.govt.nz to register. 

Seminars will be held in:

Henderson
Tuesday 23 March 2010, 7pm – 9.15pm
Lecture Theatre 510-B007
Trading Place
Unitec Waitakere, Henderson
Email: seminars@dbh.govt.nz

Albany
Wednesday 14 April, 7pm – 9.15pm
Atrium Round Room, Atrium Building
Gate 1, Massey University
State Highway 17, Albany
Email: seminars@dbh.govt.nz

Wellington
Wednesday 5 May, 7pm – 9.15pm
School of Architecture and Design
Victoria University
139 Vivian Street, Wellington (access via Dunlop Terrace)
Email: seminars@dbh.govt.nz

Manukau
Tuesday 18 May, 7pm – 9.15pm
Lecture Theatre NR106, North campus
Manukau Institute of Technology
Gate 14, Alexander Crescent, Otara
Email: seminars@dbh.govt.nz

Mt Albert
Wednesday 16 June, 7pm – 9.15pm
Lecture Theatre 172-4016
Unitec Mt Albert Campus
Carrington Road
Mt Albert
Email: seminars@dbh.govt.nz

Introductory landlord seminars are being run in conjunction with ANZ and the New Zealand Property Investors’ Federation.

Related links to organisations

These organisations can provide useful advice and information for landlords.

New Zealand Property Investors’ Federation

The umbrella body for 20 local property investors’ associations, the federation communicates ideas and information between members from all over New Zealand. Visit the NZPIF website [External website]. »

Property Investor Associations in the NZPIF include:

Real Estate Institute of New Zealand

News and information relevant to property owners. Visit the REINZ website [External website]. »

Inland Revenue Department

IRD publishes information on tax requirements for rental income. Visit the IRD website [External website]. »

ConsumerBuild

This website, jointly developed by the Department of Building and Housing and Consumers’ Institute, aims to provide clear, independent and up-to-date information to the public about building, renovating and maintaining houses in New Zealand. Visit the ConsumerBuild website [External website]. »

Wellington Property Investors Association

One of Wellington's two property investors associations. Visit the WPIA website »

Capital Property Investors Association

Another Wellington-based property investors association. Visit the CPIA website Capital Property Investors Association website. »