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..

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..

Many New Zealand home buyers are being tempted by the open spaces and brilliant value of the regions. As a little of the lustre wears off in the Auckland and Wellington property markets, regional property is in hot demand. And it’s a trend that looks set to continue.

Thinking about selling? Find out whether New Zealand property tax laws may affect you (by taking a chunk out of your capital gain). Whether this is your first home, or you’ve been out of the market for a few years, now’s a great time to brush up on your tax obligations.

Gone are the days when apartments were just for students and young professionals. With many now designed for a range of lifestyle stages and needs, an apartment can be a great option for a first step onto the property ladder.

If you’re a regional homeowner, the latest key market indicators suggest now could be a good time for you to sell. With many potential buyers being priced out of main centres like Auckland, demand has heated in the regions as people start to consider it a good alternative.

In this edition of Professionally Speaking, we’ll be talking about planning your sale before Christmas. Yes, spring is here and we need to start thinking about those timelines. We’ll also be talking about first home buyers, investors, and buying that beach holiday home.

This month we're talking about what’s affecting the New Zealand market from both outside of New Zealand, and around the world. And also, what’s happening between the Auckland market and the regional market.

Have the changes in the current housing market left you feeling unsure about selling your home?

IIn order to help you arrive at a more informed decision, this article will walk you through the current trends in the market based on recent data from Real Estate NZ, give you a better understanding of w..

Next to owning your own home, investing in property has long been a goal for many Kiwis. Why? Well, aside from the fact that our love affair with land and property ownership is part of our DNA, property investment has significant financial benefits. It’s an excellent way to create wealth and a passi..