Change: Most enquiries can be dealt with over the phone, however should you need a face to face meeting in your local area an appointment will be made over the phone on the phone on the 0800 number.You can also attend the main offices   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 226)

Change: Most tenants are protected by the Residential Tenancies Act, and have this protection even if they do not have a written tenancy agreement. This law   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 585)

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Change: Absolutely not. No matter what sum of money may be owed you may only do this if you have a court order saying you can. To do so may amount to your being charged with theft. The correct procedure is to apply to the Disputes Tribunal. What happens   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 921)

Change: If you do not agree to let them in and there is no emergency then they must give you written notice that they want to   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 1038)

Change: Yes, but the most they can ask for is two weeks rent in advance. However they are also entitled to ask for up to four   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 1305)

Change: 1. -1. Plan What can I take?What can’t I take?Grey areas2. -2. Take Action Living with relationsBoardingRenting a flat or a houseSigning an AgreementWhat is a bond? Can the Landlord ask for rent in advance?Can the landlord increase my rent?The   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 2697)

Change: fixed-term tenancy, you can only move out before the end date if the landlord agrees. Otherwise, you may be responsible for paying rent for the remainder of the fixed term.To get your bond back, go to your Tenancy Services office and fill   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 3172)

Change: $5000 and up to $12,000.$5000. You can only make a claim over $7,500$15,000 if both sides agree. The Disputes Tribunal is in the same building as your local District Court and their address and telephone number in the telephone directory. 2. Take Action Find a good place   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 3126)