When you buy or sell a property, your lawyer manages the process, including ensuring that all rates are requested and paid as part of settlement.
They will:
- Obtain rates information from both your local council and Regional Council
- Ensure any outstanding rates are cleared at settlement
- Manage any credits, refunds, or adjustments through the settlement process
- Arrange for ownership changes to be registered with Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), which are then processed by your local council and shared with us
Regional Council does not manage the sale process or settlement arrangements. If there are any issues with payments or adjustments, these need to be resolved through your lawyer.