At some point, most landlords ask themselves the same question: should I manage my own rental property, or hand it over to a professional? The answer comes down to how much time, expertise, and appetite for risk you actually have.
You may have seen The Press article from 15 June highlighting the growing momentum in Christchurch’s eastern suburbs – and it’s a trend we’re seeing firsthand.
If you own an investment property with tenants, you may eventually face an important decision: should you sell with the tenants in place, or issue notice and market the property vacant?
Online house price estimates have been around for years on sites such as QV. Previously, access required an account, but in recent years these estimates have been quietly integrated into major real estate portals, making them visible to all users.
If you’re buying or selling property in Christchurch, understanding cladding is essential. Recent discussions within our team at Irelands highlighted just how much confusion still exists around this topic, particularly when it comes to monolithic cladding.
On 15 January 2026, new legislation came into effect which now makes it easier for Christchurch homeowners to add a small, standalone “granny flat” without needing a building or resource consent — provided strict criteria are met.
You’ll be able to input weekly rent, specify the rental term, choose if the property needs to be furnished or not and we’ll show you a detailed breakdown of the fees involved!