New Legislation Forces Landlords to Pay Tenants’ Moving Costs – But Will It Actually Work?
New legislation requiring landlords to pay tenant relocation costs when terminating tenancies without cause is already showing signs of backfiring. Property investors are gaming the system while rental supply drops and costs rise.
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Consumer Guarantees Tribunal Backlog Hits Crisis Point as Wait Times Double in 2026
Consumer guarantees disputes now face eight-month tribunal delays as case volumes surge 40% nationwide. Businesses are exploiting the backlog to…
Consumer Guarantees Act Changes: What NZ Businesses Must Know for 2026-27
The Consumer Guarantees Act is getting its biggest overhaul in three decades, with sweeping changes taking effect from July 2026.…
Consumer Guarantees Act Changes Hit Online Retailers Hard – What Kiwi Shoppers Need to Know
New Consumer Guarantees Act amendments force online retailers to provide clearer refund policies for digital products and subscriptions. The changes…
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