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Help centre

Plain-English guidance on everything from writing your listing to understanding your tax obligations. Written for New Zealand hosts.

Getting started

Everything you need to know about joining Good Finds - from application to your first confirmed booking.

The qualities that separate a memorable experience from a forgettable one - and how to build them into yours.

How to write a listing that gives guests a clear, honest picture of your experience - and makes them want to book it.

How to set a price that reflects the value of what you offer, covers your costs, and attracts the right guests.

How to photograph your experience so guests can picture themselves there - no professional equipment required.

Your duty of care as a host, how to think about risk, what insurance you need, and what to do if something goes wrong.

What you need to know about income tax, GST, and claiming expenses as a Good Finds host. Not tax advice - just a starting point.

Practical steps for formalising your hosting - sole trader registration, ACC, business banking, and record-keeping.

The booking lifecycle, how to handle requests and cancellations well, and how to communicate in a way that builds trust.

What Good Finds expects of hosts, how the guest review system works, and how to respond to feedback gracefully.

Once you've had a read, we'd love to hear from you.