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Renovating guide

Add value to your rental property or your own home with these handy guides.

Learn the tips and tricks for renovating rental properties with this handy information series from NZ Property Investor magazine. Learn about colour choice, planning your project, furniture selections and more.

Also check out the Renovation Workbook series from Homestyle magazine and the selection of decorating stories from Renovate magazine and Abode magazine.

White-Knuckle Ride

White-Knuckle Ride

It’s been a nerve-wracking journey for a newbie Christchurch investor... more

Bright sparks

A married couple who work together as electricians have transformed a filthy Northland house into a money maker... more

Hokianga Hobbit House

Hokianga Hobbit House

Nestled into a hillside on the banks of the Hokianga Harbour, Karee Owen’s first home wouldn't look out of place in Lord of the Rings... more

Double down

Double down

A dual income property in Hamilton has been a good earner for its owner since 2007, and will prove even more lucrative post-reno... more

Change of fortune

Change of fortune

A filthy rental formerly inhabited by a gang has ended up being the winner of the annual NZPIF/Resene Renovation of the Year... more

Thinking big

Thinking big

Two Hamilton investors transformed a single dwelling into a multi-income goldmine... more

Renovation cheat sheet

Renovation cheat sheet

Ten renovation tips for adding value the cost-effective way... more

Family affair

Family affair

He may only be 22, but Adam Wareing from Wellington has already proven he's got the right stuff when it comes to renovations... more

Double down

Double down

The couple from Gisborne (now living in Taupo) have two renovations under their belt, and both of them have been roaring successes... more

First time reno success

First time reno success

Two young investors embarking on their first renovation project prove that hard savings and hard work really do pay off... more

Joint effort

Joint effort

A Napier landlord has worked alongside her tenant to transform the interior of a rundown property... more

Learning curve

Learning curve

vonne Gattung’s first foray into “renovate-to-sell” was a steep learning curve... more

Rough diamond

Rough diamond

“Nasty secrets” aren’t usually in the check list of desirable attributes for an investment property... more

On trend

On trend

Looking to renovate your rental in the new year? Here are some tips and tricks from those in the know... more

Triple threat

The results of the annual NZPIF/ Resene Renovation Award are in and sweeping into second place is a nifty little reno... more

Relocatable reno

Relocatable reno

These ex-Block NZ winners recently put their renovation skills to the test with the development of a new site in Auckland... more

Masterton masterclass

Masterton masterclass

Trish Keogh and Kael Blake may be new to investing, but their unique renovation strategies have already yielded some remarkable results... more

Hidden potential

Hidden potential

First impressions didn’t count for Lucia Xiao, who decided that an ugly duckling of a property could easily be reborn as a swan... more

Long-distance reno

Long-distance reno

Living eight hours away from your investment property can be challenging, especially when you decide to renovate... more

Gang house comes good

Gang house comes good

Wayne Dickson’s Tokoroa renovation project was ambitious. It was worth the effort, though, with a potential $100,000 in added equity... more

Win-win situation

Win-win situation

Working alongside tenants to do interior improvements can add value to your investment... more

Rental upgrade with paint

Rental upgrade with paint

Rich Visick’s Resene colour transformation improved both the value and yield of his rental... more

Make $ from extra space

Make $ from extra space

Making more of the space in your rental property adds $$$$ to the return... more

Renovation of the year

Renovation of the year

Donna Youngman and husband Murray moved from their home onto a yacht to free up capital in the year 2000 and never looked back... more

Convert your garage

Convert your garage

Garages make great living spaces, albeit not always legally... more

More bang for bathroom buck

More bang for bathroom buck

Updating bathrooms is a key way to attract better tenants and higher sale prices... more

Make profit by adding a room

Make profit by adding a room

Diana Clement looks into the niche strategy of adding a bedroom to create cashflow and capital gain... more

Before you reno

Before you reno

As kiwis we all like to keep our rental properties in good order, enhancing them where possible for capital or rental gain... more

Investing in storage

Investing in storage

We all know that storage is key in any home – Louise Richardson identifies the areas where you can create more in your rental... more

How to raise the rent

How to raise the rent

Well-chosen renovations can add 10 per cent or more to the weekly rent... more

To DIY or Go Pro To DIY or go pro?

To DIY or Go Pro To DIY or go pro?

As they like to say ‘DIY is in our DNA’ but is it always safe and advisable to do work on a rental property yourself... more

To stage or not?

To stage or not?

Why, currently should you invest money into DIY or professional home staging when you put a property, rental or otherwise, up for sale?... more

Summer spruce up

Summer spruce up

Louise Richardson lists her top 10 tips for giving your rental a lift before the hot weather hits... more

Paint through the weather

Paint through the weather

Sometimes even small changes to a house or unit can make a dramatic difference... more

Raise the roof

Raise the roof

Roof maintenance should be high on your priority list. With the right maintenance it should last a lifetime... more

Ventilation options for a rental

Ventilation options for a rental

In theory, ventilating a dwelling should be as simple as opening the windows wide each day, but in real life... more

Latest heating options for a warm, healthy rental

Latest heating options for a warm, healthy rental

The media spotlight has been firmly fixed on rental properties recently – and on landlords’ obligations both legally, and morally, in terms of their tenants’ health... more

New regulations: insulation

New regulations: insulation

Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) means insulating rentals is no longer optional... more

Bathrooms on a budget

Bathrooms on a budget

Designer Hayley Dryland, of August & Co, understands the importance of providing a decent bathroom to attract good tenants... more

Getting weather tight

Getting weather tight

Keeping your tenant's home weathertight is not only desirable to avoid ongoing health problems but it is also part of your duty as a landlord... more

Sink time into the kitchen

Sink time into the kitchen

Given the popularity of TV cooking shows, renters are developing a taste for sophistication when it comes to the kitchen in their rental... more

Curb appeal

Curb appeal

First impressions last and a tidy dwelling will always attract good tenants... more

Security breach

Security breach

The latest in home security technology for tenanted properties and what landlords should have in place... more

Love thy roof

Love thy roof

Careful material selection and good maintenance are the keys to a long, happy relationship with your roof... more

Hit the deck!

Hit the deck!

The deck has become an integral part of our laid-back kiwi lifestyle... more

Renovation to trade

Renovation to trade

This month we look at a renovation on a property purchased with the intention of adding value and then selling for a profit... more

Renovations in a jiffy

Renovations in a jiffy

When you want your renovations fast-tracked with minimum hassle it may be time to call in the experts... more

Step-by-step guide to investment property renovations plus renovations on a small budget

Step-by-step guide to investment property renovations plus renovations on a small budget

Renovating an investment property is a very different project... more

Giving the car a home

Giving the car a home

Often overlooked and taken for granted, the humble garage is actually a desirable property feature... more

Place reliance on a good appliance

Place reliance on a good appliance

That time of year has crept up. It’s winter so we spend more time inside and so do our tenants... more

Preparing for onset of winter

Preparing for onset of winter

The balmy days of summer are fast becoming memories and cooler weather is just around the corner... more

Big ideas for small spaces

Big ideas for small spaces

Small but ideal? Do your prospective tenants whisper these words as they peruse your rental for the first time?... more

Green fingered gains

Green fingered gains

Owners and renters alike, kiwis love the concept of indoor-outdoor living that has come to define our relationship with our homes... more

Shedding light on curtains

Shedding light on curtains

Most tenants will appreciate at least some basic form of window coverings... more

Summer time to hit the decking

Summer time to hit the decking

Kiwi homeowners, potential buyers and tenants alike have an on-going love affair with the concept of indoor-outdoor flow... more

Pulling strings in the kitchen

Pulling strings in the kitchen

Renovating a kitchen can be time consuming and costly but it can be done it for much less... more

Spring fever

Spring fever

Spring signals the start of investment movement. Seasoned investors are urging you on... more

Ground Effects... the foundational topic of floors

Ground Effects... the foundational topic of floors

Flooring should be one of your initial renovation decisions... more

Winter tips: Wisdom from seasoned investors

Winter tips: Wisdom from seasoned investors

One of the most rudimentary rules in property investment seems almost ridiculous to spell out: Bring investment properties up to high functional and aesthetic standards... more

Bathrooms should mirror your home

Bathrooms should mirror your home

The bathroom is one of the home’s desirable areas. Aesthetically, the small room appeals to renters... more

Fencing to attract more tenants

Fencing to attract more tenants

Tenants want to feel safe, secure and private in their homes, just like you do... more

Safe as houses

Safe as houses

Security around your rental property is more important than ever... more

Opportunity knocks, between tenants

Opportunity knocks, between tenants

A little planning and budgeting by landlords can turn a rental property vacancy into an opportunity... more

Wiring into energy savings

Wiring into energy savings

Future proofing your rental property does not have to be as expensive as you think... more

Taking a blind bit of notice

Taking a blind bit of notice

Privacy, temperature control, functionality and nice décor are important when it comes to your home’s window furnishings and it’s no different for tenants... more

What lies beneath?

What lies beneath?

Flooring can be a creative way of adding a feature to your property... more

Need more room?

Need more room?

Adding a room can be a great way to increase the equity, rent and rentability of an investment property but the key is doing it right... more

Outdoor flow appeal

Outdoor flow appeal

Whether you're after a higher rent, value or selling price, a deck or a patio will add plenty of X factor to your property for prospective tenants and buyers... more

Rejuvenate your rental this spring

Rejuvenate your rental this spring

As the longer, sunnier and warmer days kick in, it's time for that overdue rental upkeep... more

Clearing the air on home ventilation

Clearing the air on home ventilation

Not only do we live in a cold climate for half the year but many of our homes are damp... more

Renovations – the real deal

Renovations – the real deal

You can spend a little or a lot on your property – provided you get a return on your investment... more

Taking heating to heart

Taking heating to heart

Insulation to a house is like a woollen jersey to a person; it helps keep heat in and makes you warm and cozy on cold winter days... more

Warming up to rentals

Warming up to rentals

Providing tenants with an efficient and affordable heating option has good paybacks... more

Rental friendly gardens

Rental friendly gardens

In a perfect world rental properties probably wouldn’t have gardens, but the reality of course, is we live in a country largely fixed on a quarter-acre dream... more

Space-Smart Apartment Living

Space-Smart Apartment Living

Any apartment, no matter how old, will start out all sparkly and new but can quickly become scruffy... more

Everything in its place

Everything in its place

When it comes to messy rental properties, you can’t always blame the tenants... more

Eco-changes that pay off

Eco-changes that pay off

Environmentally-friendly systems aren't usually a priority for landlords, but here are five green changes that can actually attract tenants and save money... more

DIY disasters fixed

DIY disasters fixed

Here are five common DIY mistakes and what to do about them... more

Window Treatments

Window Treatments

It's the decorative touches that can make or break any property, even a rental... more

Ready to sell

Ready to sell

In turbulent economic times, many of us sit back and reassess where we're at... more

The great vacancy spruce up

The great vacancy spruce up

When tenants leave, that’s the time to give the property a thorough check-over... more

Raising the roof

Raising the roof

Putting a lid on a house, and keeping it weathertight is a key structural element to any building... more

Walked all over

Walked all over

It's one of the most abused surfaces in a house – the floor... more

Renovation organisation

Renovation organisation

One of the decisions every landlord needs to make is whether or not to use a property manager... more

All about paint

All about paint

Paint is a landlord’s friend. It’s cheap, highly flexible in regards to colour and easy to apply... more

Pros talk renos

Pros talk renos

Investors must do their research; guessing costs and time frames doesn’t work... more

Caring for your investment

Caring for your investment

Keeping a rental property well maintained shouldn’t be seen as a chore or a threat to your positive cash flow... more

Tricks of the trades

Tricks of the trades

When you do find good tradespeople, hang on to them... more

Paint by numbers

Paint by numbers

Painting your property yourself can save you thousands of dollars, but you need to ensure you do a good job... more

Small but perfectly formed

Small but perfectly formed

Apartments can be renovated on a tight budget to great effect... more

Outdoor appeal

Outdoor appeal

A house sitting in the middle of a barren piece of land may be easy to maintain but it's unlikely to be that appealing to prospective tenants... more

Transform your garage

Transform your garage

One of the easiest and most affordable ways to add value to your property investment may be staring you in the face... more

Bathroom bliss

Bathroom bliss

For today's homebuyers, bathrooms are important – so a well-judged renovation will pay for itself... more

The heart of the home

The heart of the home

Make or break: That’s how important your kitchen can be when it comes to being able to rent your property... more

The great outdoors

The great outdoors

With summer on the horizon, now’s the time to look at tidying up the garden and outdoor living areas of your home or rental property... more

Exteriors and floors

Exteriors and floors

Replacing your flooring, cladding or roofing can cost a heap. You don’t want to get it wrong... more

Furniture for flats

Furniture for flats

More tenants than ever before are seeking furnished accommodation... more

A splash of colour

A splash of colour

Colour affects how we feel – calm, happy, relaxed or stimulated... more

Clever rooms

Clever rooms

Everyone wants to take something and make it better so you can rent it for more... more

 
 

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