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Friday, 24 May 2024

Ilse Wolfe's story is one of incredible perseverance, smart strategies, and unwavering determination. Starting with just $5000, she transformed a property in Hamilton into a profitable home and income source during the Global Financial Crisis. This initial success ignited her passion for property investing, leading her to transition into full-time investing and coaching. Today, Ilse boasts a $20 million portfolio and a wealth of knowledge gained from her experiences.

Wednesday, 22 May 2024

While buying a 15 square metre car park may not seem like the most glamorous commercial investment, the benefits of purchasing one, often at a modest entry price, are heralded by those who have. With land prices in the main centres rising rapidly, the return on investment for a car park compares favourably with those of a more mainstream commercial and industrial property class.

Thursday, 16 May 2024

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand’s (REINZ) April 2024 figures shows sales activity lifting in almost all regions compared to storm affected April 2023, and year-on-year pricing edging up, continuing a trend seen in recent months.

Monday, 13 May 2024

The Healthy Homes Standards (HHS), introduced on 1 July 2019, aimed to improve substandard rental properties, a move widely celebrated by many groups.

Thursday, 09 May 2024

The Reserve Bank's recent decision to hold the Official Cash Rate (OCR) steady at 5.5% is a significant move that has instilled confidence in economists and the public, signalling a stabilising market. Infometrics forecasts that the Reserve Bank will initiate a series of OCR cuts starting from August.