Record highs and lows for Wellington Housing Market in April. Less inventory drives up prices.

Published by: Mike Henderson, May 31, 2016 11:00:00 AM

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High demand for property in Wellington means available inventory has fallen a record 61% since April last year.

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Topics: Market Trends

Perfect property manager – wherefore art thou? How to find your ideal property manager and engage them.

Published by: Mike Henderson, Apr 25, 2016 11:39:00 PM

Whether you simply don’t have the time, patience or skills to manage your own property, leaving your investment property nest egg in the hands of a complete stranger is rarely a decision made lightly. 

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Topics: Managing Property

Find the ideal tenant. What to look for and how to keep them.

Published by: Mike Henderson, Mar 24, 2016 11:00:00 AM

Great expectations? Good luck!

To paraphrase Forrest Gump, renters are like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get. There are many different types of tenants, and without a methodical screening process, it’s hard to tell whether your prospective renter is a house proud Howard or ..

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Topics: Managing Property, Investing

Understanding your motivations for buying a rental property to maximise your profit.

Published by: Mike Henderson, Mar 11, 2016 12:21:00 AM

What’s your type?

Money in the bank is nice, but money that’s making money can’t be beaten! If you’re considering an investment property, understanding your motivations is pivotal – both to purchasing the perfect investment, and renting it out according to your goals.

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Topics: Investing, Buying

Sell your home like the pros: 5 insider tips from a professional estate agent

Published by: Mike Henderson, Jan 25, 2016 11:00:00 AM

Selling your home can sometimes feel like going to the dentist.

You imagine it might be painful and try to avoid it for as long as you can but eventually, you know it’s a good decision to make and that you shouldn’t delay it any longer.

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Topics: Selling

4 more New Years resolutions to get your dream home in 2016

Published by: Mike Henderson, Jan 18, 2016 11:00:00 AM

Last week we gave you four great New Years resolutions to guide you towards your 2016 dream home.

This week, here’s another four resolutions that could help you set those goals and get into your new place even sooner!

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5 quick tips to help take the stress out of selling your home.

Published by: Mike Henderson, Oct 13, 2015 5:03:21 PM

If you've been holding back making the decision to sell your home because you're not ready for the upheaval ahead, then grab a coffee and take a look at our 5 quick tips.

It's not rocket-science, but it is common-sense advice. Follow these tips to help reduce the stress involved in selling your hom..

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Topics: Selling

Ready to sell your home? How to get Team Family on board.

Published by: Mike Henderson, Aug 17, 2015 2:23:00 PM

You've mentally moved on and into your next home. And you have the Pinterest boards to prove it. Perhaps you've had 'the talk' with your partner several times and as soon as you hit an obstacle you both beat a quiet retreat, and throw another log in the ‘too hard’ basket. When selling your home, yo..

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Topics: Selling

4 tips to be financially ready if you want to sell your home.

Published by: Mike Henderson, Jul 29, 2015 12:09:00 PM

Selling your home can be full of highs and lows, both emotionally… and when it comes to your bank balance.  

If you are harbouring an aversion to facing the financial impact of selling (and buying) a home, consider these four crucial points and get a step closer to deciding if the time is right to ..

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Topics: Selling

To sell or not to sell – that is the question.

Published by: Mike Henderson, Jul 27, 2015 1:00:00 PM

Things to consider before you hit the property ladder (again).

The idea of selling your house pops in and out of your mind and conversation, but is quickly squashed once you dip your toes into the sea of information involved with putting the idea into action. Are you simply delaying the inevitable?..

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Topics: Selling

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