New Zealand's property management landscape is subject to significant change. Legislation changes regarding property are hard to keep up with, let alone comply with. But once these changes are in place, it'll be important for you to ensure you're following suit. 

You're ready to venture into the market and take your first step onto the property ladder. Buying your own home is an exciting time but it can also be a daunting task, full of complexities if you're unprepared. 

Being a landlord is a great way to earn additional income, but it also presents its own set of challenges - from problem tenants to maintenance costs.When it comes to sidestepping problem tenants, references from previous landlords are critical. But, how do you deal with first-time tenants who don’t..

Finding your perfect match when hiring an agent

So you're looking to sell your property and looking for a real estate agent. Part job interview, part blind date, choosing the right agent to partner with takes a very worthy investment of time up front, but one which will likely save you stress, time..

You've decided to sell your house...but are you ready for the journey ahead? Here’s what you need to know to get everything organised and to get yourself mentally prepared for becoming a vendor-extraordinaire!

It’s been a stressful week at the office which has left you longing for the rapidly approaching weekend.

Ahh the weekend; a time for sleep-ins, family brunches and perhaps a game of tennis. Or is it time to sit down with your lawyer to go through the finer points of the New Zealand Residential Tena..

New Zealand’s property market is in great shape and there’s more to come. Following the turbulence of fluctuating markets, legislative changes and political activity in 2017, the national real estate market settled into a positive position as last year drew to a close.

Insider knowledge from the people who have been selling homes for over 20 years.

It goes without saying that real estate agents have a lot of experience selling other people’s houses. But what happens when it comes to putting their own home on the market?

As we head into 2018, property watchers can expect a number of changes to the current climate, some of which have already been set in motion by the new Labour-led Government.

There are only a few days left of 2017, but what a year it has been for the property market. It will be remembered as one of extreme highs and lows in the housing cycle. A General Election, immigration and building costs all had an affect, putting pressure on prices and influencing stock levels. For..