In this edition we discuss:From Bill – Getting the Best Deal with your BankHoward’s Next ChapterResidential Property Management – Rental Management for a Tenant Market, Tips from Flood Affected PropertiesBody Corporate Management – Long Term Maintenance GuidanceCommercial Property Management – Commercial Property Team UpdateWaiheke Escapes – Welcome to our New Properties, Winter Specials Availableapm News – Meet our...Read More→
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Having spent many hours commuting to the city from Pukekohe over the last few years, James Bangerter is looking forward to a lifestyle change as he takes on a new role as Manager – Southern Area – Commercial with responsibility for managing commercial properties closer to where he lives. He will be exploring options for...Read More→
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As we navigate the ever-evolving property market, I wanted to take a moment to address the current state of the rental market and its implications so we can be ahead of the game together.It’s no secret the sales market has experienced a downturn in recent times, and as usual this trend also trickles down to...Read More→
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Final changes in the Unit Titles (Strengthening Body Corporate Governance and Other Matters) Amendment Act 2022 came into effect on the 9 May 2024. One of the updated regulations aims to ensure there is an adequate Long-Term Maintenance Plan (LTMP) regime so let’s discuss the updates and some implications.(See s157C of the Amendment Act here)What...Read More→
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If you own a rental property then you should be familiar with the chattels of the house. Chattels refer to removable items that are not fixed to the property that can be depreciated separately e.g. fridge, stove, dishwasher, blinds, carpets, and curtains, just to name a few.All chattels have a shelf life and it is...Read More→
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If you are living in, or own a property within a Body Corporate it’s important to know how they are structurally organised.Whether you are a Chairperson, a Committee Member, or a regular Body Corporate owner then check out the below diagram explaining some unique features of Body Corporate governance that all owners need to know...Read More→
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Thank you to everyone who participated in our annual Easter Colouring Competition!We had the most entries this year since starting the competition so judging wasn’t easy! We love being able to display all the colourful Easter colouring entries in our office. A big congratulations to Category 1 (ages 5 years and below) prize winners:Humaid IsrathVivian ZhangHarper...Read More→
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It is with great pleasure, (and some sadness) that we announce the next chapter in the growth and evolution of apm with Founder Howard Morley handing over management and control of the business to Bill Highet (Managing Director), supported by two families that share Bill’s strategy for the future, building on Howard’s 33 year legacy...Read More→
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It’s that time of year for our annual Easter colouring competition. We have two age categories for the colouring competition: Category 1 – For children ages up to 5 years. Category 2 – For children ages 6 -12 years. There will be a few Easter Eggs for each category to give away! How to Enter...Read More→
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As we embark on our journey into 2024, I want to start by expressing how grateful we are for the trust and confidence you have placed in us as your partner in residential property management. We understand that in today’s dynamic property landscape, you have many options to choose from. Yet, time and again, you choose to...Read More→
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