5,063
167
1,168
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While traditional hyper-seasonal surges have eased in recent years, demand drivers have broadened. Moves are now more likely to be influenced by lifestyle decisions, employment, and houcircumstances, creating a steadier flow of activity across the year.
“ The market feels more fluid. Our role as property managers is to interpret that and advise owners on how to respond – whether that means adjusting rent expectations, enhancing presentation, or refining lease structures to attract the right tenants.”
AUCTION
5,063
DAILY
167
Ray White Tenant Applications- 2025
60,755
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED
WEEKLY
1,168
HOURLY
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WEDNESDAY: TENANTS WHO STAY
Midweek is often devoted to lease renewals and renegotiations – a task that has grown more complex as tenancies lengthen.
Legislative changes and a desire for stability have encouraged tenants to remain in place for longer periods. While this reduces vacancy risk, it introduces new considerations around rent reviews, property condition and longterm planning.
Recent pet legislation is also reshaping these conversations. Tenants now have clearer rights to request companion animals, while landlords must respond within defined parameters.
Property managers increasingly act as interpreters of these changes, helping both parties navigate requests fairly and consistently.
“ We see ourselves as educators,” he adds.“ Bridging the knowledge gap between tenants and owners is one of our most important functions.”
THURSDAY: MAINTENANCE AS RISK MANAGEMENT
Maintenance is not reserved for any single day. Property managers move between inspections, repair approvals, compliance checks and upgrade planning constantly – responding to issues as they arise while keeping the long-term condition of assets in view.
Preventative maintenance, compliance work, and upgrades are scheduled not just to preserve habitability and enjoyment, but to protect longterm value, health and safety.
“ Well-maintained homes attract better tenants, reduce vacancy and minimise expensive surprises,” says Snelling.
Increasingly, maintenance planning is framed as investment stewardship rather than reactive repair. In a sector shaped by tightening standards and higher expectations, deferring upkeep can quickly become costly.
Ray White New Managements- 2025
5,023
PROPERTIES ENTRUSTED
$ 3.95B assets under management
Monthly Avg 419($ 330M assets) Weekly Avg
96($ 76M assets)
* Asset figures based on REINZ median house price( Dec 2025)
“ A stable tenancy is valuable,” Snelling says.“ But that doesn’ t mean standing still. Property owners still need to maintain the asset and ensure the rent remains aligned with market conditions – and understand their obligations under new rules.”
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