Professionals Blog

What a ban on letting fees means for the rental market

By Mike Henderson / Jul 13, 2018 1:16:06 PM

Property can be a great investment, but it can also be a time consuming one. As a landlord managing your own property, you're tired of being time poor and the stress of dealing with ...

Topics: Property News, Property Management

What you need to know about selling a plaster home

By Mike Henderson / Jul 5, 2018 9:02:03 AM

If you've sold properties before you know what the process entails, but even if you haven't you might still have some concerns that are preventing you from taking that first step. Those trying to ...

Topics: Selling

What to consider when purchasing a lifestyle block

By Mike Henderson / Jul 2, 2018 4:42:30 PM

Trading the city for country life is a dream shared by many Kiwis, and for good reason. There are so many things to love about rural living.

Topics: Buying

What you need to know about using KiwiSaver to purchase your first home

By Mike Henderson / Jun 22, 2018 12:03:36 PM

You've decided property ownership is for you and after a dedicated effort to save for a deposit, you're finally ready to take ...

Topics: Buying, First Home Buyers

Buyers continue to feel the pressure as the shortage of properties grow

By Mike Henderson / Jun 8, 2018 2:53:19 PM

The widening gap between supply and demand in the New Zealand housing market continues to increase, and it's causing a shortfall of homes.

Topics: Property News, New Zealand housing market

Fieldays advice from a Professionals agent on selling your lifestyle block

By Mike Henderson / Jun 5, 2018 11:54:15 AM

Whether you're an agricultural professional or simply call a rural lifestyle property home, Fieldays has something for you. Held in Hamilton on June 13-16,

Topics: lifestyle, lifestyle property, lifestyle property new zealand, selling your lifestyle property

Aucklander's continue to hunt in more affordable NZ regions.

By Mike Henderson / May 16, 2018 10:04:10 AM

As autumn draws to a close, the New Zealand property market continues to undergo significant changes throughout the major centres and smaller regions. Let's look ...

Topics: New Zealand housing market

Is selling my investment property the right thing to do?

By Mike Henderson / May 7, 2018 11:29:16 AM

Owning a rental property can be a great investment that brings cash flow and capital gains. However, over time the market and your personal circumstances can change, impacting your ...

Topics: property investment

How to add value to your rental property

By Mike Henderson / May 2, 2018 3:17:06 PM

As a landlord you want to get the most out of your property. A rental is a significant investment, but done right it can ...

Topics: Property Management

What not to do when investing in property

By Mike Henderson / Apr 26, 2018 9:44:55 AM

Perhaps you’re saving for your retirement and wondering how to do this while still covering two mortgages or you’ve always been interested in property investment but don’t know where to start. Maybe ...