When renting out a property, landlords need to: make sure the property is in a reasonable condition, let the tenant have quiet enjoyment of the property, meet all relevant building, health and safety standards, handle any abandoned goods in the correct way, inform the tenant if the property is for sale and have an agent if they are out of New Zealand for more than 21 days..

Tenants need to, pay the rent on time, keep the property reasonably clean and tidy, let the landlord know about any damage or repairs straight away, pay for their own outgoings eg, electricity, gas and internet, leave the property clean, tidy, and clear of rubbish and possessions, leave all keys with the landlord when they move out, leave all items that were supplied with the tenancy.