Property Managers in Napier / Hastings

What Hawke's Bay property management actually costs

Rents in Napier and Hastings typically run $420-520/week. At 8-10% management fee that is $34-52/week, $1,750-2,700 a year. Add letting fees of $420-1,040 when tenants change, plus inspections and maintenance coordination, and a single Hawke's Bay property costs $2,800-4,200 a year to professionally manage. Many Hawke's Bay investors are out-of-region, which is exactly when management costs are hardest to see clearly.

Five questions to ask before you sign

1. Do you cover both Napier and Hastings? Some agencies focus on one or the other. If your property is in Havelock North or a newer Hastings subdivision, confirm the manager is active there.
2. How do you handle Healthy Homes compliance? From July 2025, all rental properties must meet Healthy Homes standards. Ask specifically what they do to track and document compliance for your property.
3. What is your tenant screening process? Hawke's Bay has had periods of tighter rental supply. Demand does not mean all applicants are good tenants. Ask about credit checks and tribunal history searches.
4. Do you add a markup to maintenance invoices? Ask directly. If yes, ask for a cap and for approval on jobs over $300.
5. What is the notice period to exit the agreement? Read the contract before you sign it. 30-90 days is typical.

How to switch property managers in Hawke's Bay

Serve written notice as required. Notify the tenant in writing of the new contact and payment details (s.47 RTA). Bond stays at Tenancy Services. Request the full tenant file from the outgoing manager - application, references, all inspection reports, maintenance history, and any Healthy Homes compliance records.

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