Manawatu Tenants Union
Hi There.
We have heard back from the Ministry,concerning the $50 pre-occupation bond being charged by Redex Properties.They are not going to get invloved on the issue they got back to me stating they have been in touch with Redex,but would not give any details of what was said,sometimes it makes if they did get in touch with Redex as they give no information at all.The Manawatu Tenants Union has written to Campbell Live and Fair Go to see if they are at all interested on this issue,as we belive it has the possibility of becoming normal business practice in the rental accommodation sector.We will keep you posted on the outcomes.
We have heard back from the Ministry,concerning the $50 pre-occupation bond being charged by Redex Properties.They are not going to get invloved on the issue they got back to me stating they have been in touch with Redex,but would not give any details of what was said,sometimes it makes if they did get in touch with Redex as they give no information at all.The Manawatu Tenants Union has written to Campbell Live and Fair Go to see if they are at all interested on this issue,as we belive it has the possibility of becoming normal business practice in the rental accommodation sector.We will keep you posted on the outcomes.
An interesting fact has come to light,is the introduction of a Pre-occupation bond by a real estate company called Redex Properties,this bond is set at $50.The Manawatu Tenants Union is of the opinion that this bond is unlawful and we have in contact with Ministry officals in Wellington,and they stated they will start an investigation into this practice.It costs around $2000 to secure a rental property and this unlawful bond is just another barrier for tenants already struggling to get a home.
If you know of anyone dealing with Redex and have paid the extra $50 bond we would like to hear from them their privacy will be protected,but we need to hear from tenants would have had to pay this bond.
Dont forget to tune into Flatting Today on Access Manawatu on every second Tuesday at 11.30 starting from Oct.8th.
If you know of anyone dealing with Redex and have paid the extra $50 bond we would like to hear from them their privacy will be protected,but we need to hear from tenants would have had to pay this bond.
Dont forget to tune into Flatting Today on Access Manawatu on every second Tuesday at 11.30 starting from Oct.8th.
It has come to our attention that RedEx a property management in Palmerston North,have introduced a re-occupation fee when signing a new tenancy agreement.This is on top of the bond [4 weeks] 2 weeks rent in advance plus the normal 1 weeks rent plus GST which is required to secure the property. The Manawatu Tenants Union has always belived that the landlord should be paying this fee to secure tenants for their property.
The MTU belives that this add on fee is key money and is unlawful,we are in contact with Tenancy Services who voiced concern over this fee. What we need is for tenants who have paid this fee to please contact our office,as we are trying to stop this unlawful act,which just adds more insecurity to those looking for affordable accommodation Phone 06 3577435 anytime OK.
Kevin Reilly Manawatu Tenants Union
The MTU belives that this add on fee is key money and is unlawful,we are in contact with Tenancy Services who voiced concern over this fee. What we need is for tenants who have paid this fee to please contact our office,as we are trying to stop this unlawful act,which just adds more insecurity to those looking for affordable accommodation Phone 06 3577435 anytime OK.
Kevin Reilly Manawatu Tenants Union
Affordable housing in Palmerston North
The housing sector is undergoing the most turbulent economic,political and social period in recent history.Here in Palmerston North,housing is a hot issue.The Salvation Armys Womens Hostel is closing down due to funding issues.HNZ is reducing the number of state houses in the region due to earthquake risk,which appears to be the line the government is pushing,as it exits out of the provision of social housing.It sould be noted that none of the housing set to be domlished,will be replaced,which is bad news for the affordable housing sector.
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