820 MG =il 8%k (Word count guideline: 150 words) Task 2: Tenancy law Scenario 1 Maria Hayes is a licensed Real Estate Salesperson who specializes in rental properties. She manages a number of properties on behalf of landlords and is responsible for finding tenants, collecting rent, and dealing with any maintenance issues. One day, a tenant contacts Maria to report that the property they are renting has a major plumbing problem. Maria is concerned about her legal obligations under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986. Answer the following questions based on the scenario: a. What is the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 and what is its purpose? b. Under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, what are Maria's legal obligations when it comes to maintaining and repairing rental properties? c. If Maria fails to address the plumbing issue in a timely manner, what are the potential consequences under the Residential Tenancies Act 19867 (Word count guideline: 150 words) The Open Palytechnic of New Zealand Ltd 3 Ver: A2.3 Scenario 2 You are a licensed Real Estate Salesperson and have been hired to sell a rental property that is currently occupied by tenants. The tenants have expressed concerns about their privacy and the potential disruption caused by open homes and viewings. You are concerned about your legal obligations under New Zealand law, specifically with regards to the Residential Tenancies Act and Real Estate Agents Act sections 72 and 73. Answer the following questions based on the scenario: a. According to the Residential Tenancies Act and the Real Estate Agents Act, what are the legal obligations of landlords and Real Estate Salespersons when it comes to accessing rental properties that are occupied by tenants? b. How can you ensure that you are complying with the legal requirements under the Residential Tenancies Act when marketing a rental property that is currently occupied by tenants? c. How can you balance the legal requirements of the Residential Tenancies Act with your obligations as a Real Estate Salesperson to effectively market the property and attract potential buyers? You decide to meet with the tenants to discuss their concerns and explain your legal obligations as a Real Estate Salesperson. During the meeting you assure them that you will do everything possible to minimize disruption to their lives while still effectively marketing the property. d. What actions can you take if the tenants continue to express concerns about the marketing of the property, or if they feel that their rights under the Residential Tenancies Act have been breached? e. How can real estate agencies ensure that the Salespersons working for them are aware of their legal obligations under both the Residential Tenancies Act and Real Estate Agents Act sections 72 and 73 when marketing a rental property with tenants init? (Word count guideline: 200 words) eI 1 O <