While the virtual world can never replicate the in-person experience, at a time when social distancing is the new normal, auctions have proven to be an effective method of selling everything from hand sanitiser to homes.
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Online stock auctions: the pros and cons of going virtual
05-Jun-2020 09:54:41
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Topics: Rural, Advice, Auction, Rural market, Lifestyle and Rural Property Focus, Online Auction
Rural women taking the bull by the horns
25-Feb-2020 12:43:57
Rural Women New Zealand national president Fiona Gower was once asked why rural women were doing so well in leadership roles. Her response, their ability to multi-task. Often living in isolated locations, rural women have always had to be resourceful. "We're not just tea and scones", says Fiona.
Pictured: Suzanne Cottle, Lifestyle and Rural Specialist
Harcourts Rural and Lifestyle Specialist, Suzanne Cottle, knows firsthand what it feels like to be a rural woman and have your abilities underestimated. The impetus for her to learn about rural real estate came over 20 years ago when Suzanne and her husband tried to sell their farm.
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Topics: Rural, Advice, Rural market, Lifestyle and Rural Property Focus
Rural lending tightening despite record low interest rates
29-Aug-2019 07:00:00
Interest rates are at an all-time low but access to funding for rural property is becoming more difficult. The Reserve Bank’s proposal to increase capital requirements will reduce the banks’ ability to lend, at least until their reserves are built up, and could increase the cost of capital as the banks move to protect their margins.
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Topics: Rural, Rural market, Lifestyle and rural property