If you’re feeling frustrated with your current property manager, you’re not alone. And yes, you can switch, even if your property has tenants in place.
Changing property management companies in New Zealand is easier than you might think. With South Property, we take care of the entire handover process, making sure it’s smooth, respectful, and stress-free for both you and your tenants.
Why change?
Many landlords come to us feeling ignored, frustrated, or stuck with a manager who’s just not delivering. Whether it’s poor communication, missed rent follow-ups, or lack of Healthy Homes support, they know it’s time for a change and we make that switch simple.
How to switch property managers
Switching is simple and we will manage your handover with care and professionalism.
Step-by-Step:
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Contact us or request a free rental appraisal.
Get in touch so we can talk you through our fees and services, and answer any questions you might have. -
Check your current agreement.
Look at your notice period (usually 30–90 days) and whether any early exit fees apply. -
Sign with South Property.
Once you’re ready, we’ll get your agreement signed and get started. -
Give notice to your current manager.
Provide written notice to your current manager and let them know we’ll be handling the transition. -
Sit back and relax while we take care of the rest.
We’ll liaise directly with your previous manager to collect records and keys, notify tenants, and submit the change of landlord form to Tenancy Services.
What makes South Property different?
At South Property, we’ve spent years refining a hands-on, people-first approach to property management in Dunedin. We pride ourselves on clear communication, reliable systems, and strong relationships with both landlords and tenants.
Our role is to make owning a rental property easy and to ensure every home under our care is well-managed, well-maintained, and legally compliant.
You can expect:
- Proactive communication — Fast, clear responses (usually within 24 hours).
- Transparent pricing — No hidden fees. All our costs are upfront and transparent.
- Healthy Homes compliance — We stay on top of the law so you don’t have to.
- Reliable tenant management — From multi-bureau screening to support, we keep things running smoothly.
- Hands-on maintenance — Fast fixes and trusted tradies.
- Local experts — Proudly independent and locally owned. We're invested.
FAQs: What you might be wondering
Can I switch while my property is tenanted?
Yes. Just check your current notice period first. Once that’s complete, we can begin.
Will my tenants be affected?
We’ll make sure they’re supported during the change. We contact them personally, provide our welcome pack, and make sure everything from rent payments to communication is seamless.
Does it cost to switch?
South doesn’t charge any switching fees. You’ll just need to check if your current company charges an early exit fee.
Ready for Better Property Management?
If you're not getting the service, communication or results you expected, it might be time for a change. Let us show you what hands-on, local, reliable property management really looks like.
Request a Free Rental Appraisal or call us for a confidential chat on 03 487 8351.