RENTAL PROPERTY: WHAT RECORDS DO YOU NEED TO KEEP?

a NZ landlord with piles of receipts realises he needs to keep better records

What records do you need to keep for your rental* property? Here is a general guide. Note that this list assumes you are using a property manager.  All costs are for the 12 months preceding 31 March:​RENTAL PROPERTY Copy of Sale & Purchase Agreement (if 1st year)Total Rent ReceivedInsurances, e.g. Landlord Protection, Mortgage Protection, HouseLegal feesProperty Management fees (if applicable)Rates – water and CouncilMaintenance, including any purchases e.g. heat-pumpRubbis […]

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WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO STRUCTURE OUR MORTGAGES?

a couple who are thinking about Rental property mortgage structure.

Rental property mortgage structure is one of the most important factors affecting the success of a property investment portfolio. Many investors spend weeks researching suburbs, property managers, and renovation budgets, but spend very little time reviewing how their lending is organised. That can be an expensive mistake. The right mortgage structure can improve cashflow, increase…

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