If a holiday home has always been a dream of yours, now may be the time to make that dream a reality. Analysis done by the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) shows that while house prices around the country may be on the rise, the same is not necessarily true for some popular holiday locations. The latest REINZ statistics reveal that some holiday hotspots are now more affordable than last year.
Topics: Newsletters, Buying, Advice, Holiday Home, property focus, Buying Tips
Whether you love the thrill of an auction or your knees tremble at the thought, auctions have become the preferred method of selling property in most of the major centres across the country.
Topics: Auctions, Residential, Selling, Buying, Advice
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Topics: Residential, Selling, Buying, Advice, Moving House
Moving to a new town or city can be overwhelming, particularly if you're trying to choose a neighbourhood to buy a home in. While it’s true that what a great neighbourhood looks like can differ person to person, all great neighbourhoods do share some common factors that are universally appealing. Here we explore 10 signs the neighbourhood you live in (or would like to live in) is a good one.
Topics: Residential, Selling, Buying
New subdivision developments are springing up around the country, and attracting buyers from all walks of life. Here’s a look at the good and the bad of these new neighbourhoods.
Topics: Buying, House of Inspiration, Blog
Buying a piece of bare land is an exciting prospect, but hidden costs and issues could turn your slice of paradise into a headache. Check out our tips on what to look for when shopping for a section.
The latest Market Watch figures for April show the national house price sitting at just under $600,000. Let’s look at what that, or less, will buy you in some regions around the country.
Topics: Residential, Selling, Buying, New Zealand
Southland celebrated its anniversary day earlier this week, so let’s take a look at what makes the region a great place to live.
Topics: Residential, Buying, New Zealand, House of Inspiration
Topics: Residential, Buying, Selling My House At Auction, Advice, Blog
If your property needs repair or you’re considering a few renovation projects to get it ready for sale, there are a few things you need to consider first.
Topics: Selling, Buying, home, renovation
