Updates to the RTA ๐
Are you renting? Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) make it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the rental property and improves the security of tenure. ๐ผ๏ธ๐ ๐
See the full list of changes, including a template for requesting to make a change to the property, on the Tenancy Services website ๐bit.ly...
You can also read our story about the recent changes - and more - in our latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter ๐ bit.ly...
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesnโt have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.5% Yes
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14.7% No
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2.8% Other - I'll share below
Ceiling
Need some help. Does anyone know anyone who can fix a ceiling. One of our panels got pushed down. Have tried a couple of firms but havent bothered to get back to us. Thanks in advance
Poll: When should the tree go up? ๐
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.8% Second half of November
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43.7% 1st December
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17.6% A week before Christmas
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32.8% Whenever you wish
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1.1% Other - I'll share below