What makes the NZ market unique
July 25, 2019
BNZ chief economist Tony Alexander recently explained why it’s unlikely that NZ house prices will follow Australia down. Among the factors that make the New Zealand market different – and ultimately less volatile – are a worsening housing shortage, a historically lower level of foreign house buying, no stamp duties and a smaller proportion of …more »
Ask the right questions
July 18, 2019
With interest rates lower than ever and the lenders feeling relatively generous, many market observers are suggesting this winter 2019 is delivering the best buyer’s market seen in years. Finding your next home in the least amount of time may simply be a case of asking the right questions. Buyers should have a clearly defined …more »
Multi-generational renters
June 25, 2019
Adult kids who have come back for a ‘short while’. Baby Boomer parents who are at an age where they may need some in-home support. With three generations in one house, could your own home handle the extra people? If this is a situation that sounds familiar to you as a home owner, chances are …more »