Save on your appliances
When you’re looking at appliances for your rental property, look no further than Harvey Norman Commercial. The great news is that OPIA members have the exclusive advantage of buying from Harvey Norman Commercial at trade prices.
So if it’s a fridge, stove, washing machine or dishwasher you’re looking for, take advantage of Harvey Norman Commercial’s offer to buy exclusive brands at bargain prices. That way you ensure durability, longevity and value for money. Plus, if you’re looking for something for yourself, Harvey Norman Commercial can access a wide range of appliances, audio/visual, heating, computers and even commercial-grade appliances.
Call Nathan Lee on 021 243 108 , email Nathan.lee@nz.harveynorman.com - or visit the Harvey Norman Commercial showroom in Christchurch or Queenstown. 07-10-2016 more >>
Here’s a handy guide that you could provide your tenants or even have as a clause in your tenancy agreement so that it is clear about what is expected when a tenancy ends and the tenants move out. 03-10-2016 more >>
Rental Property WOF not needed
The NZ Property Investors’ Federation is a strong supporter of insulating rental properties, but is against suggestions to introduce a Warrant of Fitness for rental property. 07-09-2012 more >>
Are NZ property prices really too high?
The Economist magazine recently stated that New Zealand house prices were 66% over valued based on a comparison to New Zealand rental prices. The NZ Property Investors’ Federation believes that the magazine’s study uses the wrong figures for rental price and expected rental return. The Federation also believes that the magazine has not examined whether rental prices are in fact too low when using them to reach a conclusion on property prices. 28-08-2012 more >>
Due to various delays and Christmas holiday disruptions the Central Otago meeting penciled in for February has been delayed until Mid-March. Dates and venue TBC as soon as we have them. 31-01-2012 more >>
To all Otago property investors.
After the Feb 22 earthquake, there are people fleeing the Christchurch area and heading to Dunedin who may require the need for temporary free accommodation. There has been a web-site set up by volunteers, with support from the Otago Property Investors Association and the Red Cross to co-ordinate people offering accommodation with people seeking accommodation. http://otagoquakehelp.com/
23-02-2011 more >>
Kiwibank has raised its 2, 3, 4 and 5 year mortgage rates this morning, bringing them into line with rate hikes announced by the higger banks over the last week 01-04-2009 more >>
Otago PIA won the Harry Lawson Cup this year. This win acknowledges our excellent achievements during the year. Eleven other Associations competed for the Cup. 06-11-2008 more >>
Andrew and Andrea Elliot from Otago win Landlord of the Year award. Presenting the Award in the photo is Jeff Montgomery representing the sponsors, the Department of Building and Housing. 28-10-2008 more >>
Housing New Zealand is suing a drug ring after one of its homes had to be
demolished because it was contaminated by the chemicals the group used to
make methamphetamine with.
Ten people have been convicted of charges relating to the manufacture of
methamphetamine at the Napier state house.
23-09-2008 more >>