EP: 2255
The New Law That Will Change Renting in New Zealand⎥Ep. 2255
Big news for property investors – from 1st December 2025, the pet bond law takes effect, reshaping how landlords and tenants handle pets in rentals.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack what this means for both sides – when you can say no to pets, when you can’t, and how to protect your investment under the new rules.
You’ll learn:
-How the new pet bond works
-When it’s reasonable to decline a pet
-Why these changes actually strengthen landlord protection
Ed and Andrew break down the grey areas so you know exactly where you stand, and how this law might finally balance the scales between tenant rights and investor security.
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