EPISODE · May 23, 2025 · 15 MIN
How much can tenants damage a house … and still get their bond back?⎥Ep. 2081
from The Property Academy Podcast · host Opes Partners
In this episode, we discuss what actually counts as “fair wear and tear” — and how much damage a tenant can do before they’re forced to pay.You’ll learn:When landlords can legally take money from the bond to cover repairsWhat the Tenancy Tribunal considers “normal” damage (vs neglect or intent)And the wild case where one tenant had to pay $4,500 — just in insurance excessesWant peace of mind that your property is being looked after? Learn how property management in NZ can help protect your investment.Register to try Opes+ out for yourself, it's free for everyone to use.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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In this episode, we discuss what actually counts as “fair wear and tear” — and how much damage a tenant can do before they’re forced to pay.You’ll learn:When landlords can legally take money from the bond to cover repairsWhat the Tenancy Tribunal considers “normal” damage (vs neglect or intent)And the wild case where one tenant had to pay $4,500 — just in insurance excessesWant peace of mind that your property is being looked after? Learn how property management in NZ can help protect your investment.Register to try Opes+ out for yourself, it's free for everyone to use.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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