Say Goodbye to Paper: The Tenancy Bond Service Gets a Digital Makeover

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Welcome to the Property Apprentice Podcast, where we empower New Zealand property investors with the tools and insights they need to thrive! In this episode, host Debbie Roberts breaks down the exciting updates to New Zealand’s tenancy bond system.
After 24 years of paper-based processes, the tenancy bond service is going digital! Starting in late November, lodging new bonds will become faster, easier, and more secure with mandatory online options. Debbie covers everything you need to know, including:
📌 How the new system works
Digital bond lodgement options via online forms or B2B property management software.
Enhanced payment methods for secure transactions.
📌 Benefits for landlords, property managers, and tenants
Faster processing times.
Improved data accuracy and bond management.
📌 What stays the same
Existing bonds and related processes like refunds and updates remain unaffected for now.
📌 How to stay updated
Subscribe to the Tenancy Matters newsletter.
Follow Tenancy Services on Facebook.
Submit an Expression of Interest to participate in future system testing.
This episode is packed with practical advice to help landlords and property managers transition smoothly to the new system. Don’t miss it!
🔗 Visit https://www.tenancy.govt.nz/ for more details.
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*Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.