The start of the year is always slow in the New Zealand property market. The REINZ data for January shows the Auckland market was affected by the significantly bad weather events, with the whole country recording the least number of sales in 40 years. There was a total of 2,759 sales across the coun..

As we head into a New Year, many of our agents across the country are being asked what 2023 will hold for the property market and home values. While no one has a crystal ball to see into the future, and economists tell us that we will only know the peaks and troughs of the market after they have occ..

Here are five things you need to know so you can talk about the property market and not the rugby.

1. House price values are stable compared to a year ago but dropping from their peak in November 2021
2. It is a buyers (with finance) market
3. Sellers still have power as the economy is strong
4. Winter is slo..

Getting ready for open homes when selling your house

All that marketing has done its thing and potential buyers are literally on your doorstep. And my, what a clean and tidy doorstep it is.Oh, and the planter box of seasonal blooms beside the front door is a nice touch. Come on in, make yourself a..

Top 5 Things You need to know about the market:

1. February price values are up 13.5%, compared to 2021 and up 20.6% outside of Auckland
2. House price changes vary regionally - some regions are up some are down compared to January 2022
3. CCCFA correction announced on 11 March will bring more buyers to the..

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Our Home Straight video series is proving a hit and our next installment really gets into the nitty gritty of the selling process....

In the latest episodes, our agents cover important topics such as developing your pricing and marketing strategies to help you get that ‘Sold’ sign up as quickly as ..

Quiet enjoyment means being able to enjoy reasonable peace, comfort and privacy, and allowing others to enjoy the same.

According to the Residential Tenancies Act, tenants are entitled to the quiet enjoyment of the house they rent, which means the landlord may not harass the tenant nor interfere wit..

Looking at selling your home but would like to consider your options? Selling your home is often the first option that springs to mind when thinking of making a property change. This could be the way forward for you, but it’s worth looking at alternatives.

As with all products, the longer they remain on the shelf, the less appealing they become. Don’t let your home meet the same fate as deli goods that have outstayed their welcome – price reduced for quick sale. Whether you dust off the bugle, book the town crier or sit down with your agent and discus..