First-time buyers will have been watching trends in property values and mortgage rates with increasing interest over the past few months, keen to understand the optimal time to enter the market. As an experienced agency, we understand that it’s a challenging time for first time buyers. The nation’s inflation is stubbornly high, causing the Reserve…
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With confidence returning to the property market, owners with medium-term plans to sell are asking two key questions. Many buyers want to know if now is the right time to move, and whether it’s best to sell first and then purchase, or to find their next dream home and then put your current place on…
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When you begin hearing optimism about our property market from generally conservative institutions such as the Bank of New Zealand, you can be confident that light is finally entering the real estate tunnel. BNZ has been unerringly accurate in its forecast for property values and consistent in its prediction the market will turn around in…
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The tide continues to turn for New Zealand property prices, meaning first-time buyers should begin planning their move before the value recovery starts to pick up pace. A total of 14 territorial local authority areas registered an increase in residential prices, according to a June market survey issued by OneRoof. Its Valocity House Index shows…
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If you’re in the market to upgrade your home as your family grows or a first-time buyer, you’ve probably been watching the deals hit the market. But let’s take a pause for a moment. As an experienced local agent, I learned long ago that nothing in this life is free. Everything has a value –…
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Summer is a beautiful time to be out in the garden. With plants in full bloom, it’s often tempting to add to the riot of color and greenery that give us so much pleasure. But not everyone has a green thumb. And if you’re challenged in this area, spending money on plants feels less like…
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Different cultures have different attitudes to behaviors in a home, and a challenging one can be knowing whether you should take off your shoes before entering. It’s always good manners to show respect to your host, and removing your shoes is expected by many families of Asian, European and Middle Eastern heritage. For others, it’s…
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Recent research from various real estate advisory companies consistently points to a trend that underscores the value of property as a quality investment. Many major cities worldwide are experiencing rent increases that outpace wage growth, a phenomenon that extends beyond recent economic shifts. Long-term data indicates that in many regions, rent increases have outpaced both…
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Folks love to say, “a fast deal is a happy deal” – so what are the features that will help you sell your home quickly and for more money? A new report from the real estate portal Zillow says that simple upgrades will lead to a quicker deal, including doorbell cameras, heat pumps and properly…
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Downsizing is a common trend among homeowners, particularly those approaching retirement or experiencing lifestyle changes. This shift can offer financial benefits and a simpler living arrangement that better suits evolving needs. As an experienced local agent, I’ve observed that cash transactions often increase during periods when financing becomes more challenging. This trend can benefit those…
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