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Renting
Tenants, landlords and flatmates have different rights and responsibilities.
When you get a flatmate in your own house
If you own a house, you can get people to occupy the spare bedrooms and help with the bills.
Selling your house
Selling your house or rental property is a big decision. Find out what’s involved and how to go about it.
Buying a house, apartment or a rental property
Learn about the house buying process. Work out what you can afford before you start looking at properties.
Buying your first home
You may be able to get government help to buy your first home if you're a KiwiSaver member, want to buy a house that Housing New Zealand owns, or are Māori and want to live on your ancestral land.
Energy efficiency
Work out how to save money on your energy bills, make your home more energy efficient and protect the environment.
Paying for home insulation
Find out if you can get help to pay for home insulation through the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme.
Leaky homes
Apply for financial help to repair or rebuild your leaky home.
Home emergency checklist
What you'll need to get through a civil defence emergency.
Noisy neighbours
Try asking your neighbours to be quiet if they're making too much noise. You can also complain to their landlord or the council.
Pruning tree branches
You can trim most branches or roots that cross into your property up to the property boundary.
Fences, driveways and drains
Neighbours should share the costs for fences and shared driveways. You may share the costs for some drains.
Dog problems and complaints
Talk to your neighbour if you're having problems with their dog. You can also complain to your local council.
Retirement villages
Moving to a retirement village is a big decision — it's important to get independent advice.
Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) for property
An EPA for property means that someone can look after your money and property if you become unable to because of an injury, illness or an age-related condition.
