Property Market & Real Estate News - Page 36

West Coast farm ownership provides a pathway for the next generation

For young farmers with the experience and equity to take the next step, finding an achievable path to farm ownership can be challenging. With West Coast dairy farms attracting attention for their relative affordability and operating returns, the region could offer an opportunity worth exploring.

The rental market has changed. Has your investment strategy?

For the past few years, property investors have had plenty to think about. Interest rates, changing legislation, rising costs and rapidly moving rents have dominated the conversation.

Regional Rental Review: Wairarapa District

Centered on the town of Masterton, the district supports a diverse economy built around agriculture, horticulture, viticulture, manufacturing, healthcare, education and government services.

Before you sell, fix the things you’ve learned to live with

A sticky garage door, a drafty spare room, or the nagging urge to double-check the locks before bed can turn routine moments into small daily frustrations.

How Sensory Details Influence Buyer Decisions

Buyers notice more than what they see. From light and layout to smell, sound and temperature, discover the small details that can shape how someone feels about your home, and the simple fixes that can make a difference.

How Local Market Conditions Impact Your Home Improvement Decisions

Thinking of selling your home within the next five years? Deciding which renovations will add the most value can feel like a gamble. The key is to find the sweet spot between what your local market demands and what suits your own needs and budget.

The Regional Rental Report

Discover how rents, earnings and affordability are shifting across New Zealand...

Property owner's guide

The property owner's guide is a comprehensive outline of...

The renting guide

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A Lifetime Rental Bond

Wednesday, 05 February 2025

Home ownership in New Zealand has long been a cornerstone of the Kiwi dream. Yet, with house value to income multiple for New Zealand being 7.01, home ownership has become out of reach for many families who will become lifetime renters.

Residential Investors Turning to Commercial Investment?

Tuesday, 04 February 2025

In recent years, an increasing number of residential property investors have begun exploring the commercial property market as a more lucrative and stable investment option.

The grass has never been greener this summer, and dairy farm sales are on the up

Tuesday, 04 February 2025

It seems like no time at all since we farewelled last year and welcomed 2025. The summer has been fairly mixed for those who headed to the beach, but generally, back on the farm, the grass has never looked greener for most.

A Quiet Close - REINZ stats December 2024

Wednesday, 22 January 2025

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand’s (REINZ) December 2024 figures show that the New Zealand property market experienced a relatively quiet month, as indicated by the latest figures.

The Future of OCR in 2025

Tuesday, 21 January 2025

As we peer into the financial horizon of 2025, all the buzz is about the Reserve Bank's plans for the Official Cash Rate (OCR).

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