According to Stats NZ people in the South Island live a little longer than those in the North Island – by one year on average. Dig a little deeper in the data though and you can identify regions such as
New Zealand’s housing market looks primed for another rally in house prices, with low-interest rates and constrained sales stock fuelling the fire. However, the market is set to cool by mid 2021. That’s the view of Brad Olsen, senior economist
There’s plenty of advice for first-time homebuyers looking for a step on the property ladder. While one option is to buy a property and rent it out; that doesn’t help those wanting to settle down and lay down roots. Thankfully,
You can only sell your house once; so the pressure to get the best price by hiring the right agent can feel immense. The trick is to take the selection process slowly and not rush into signing up an agency
If you put your home on the market during winter and have been worried about a lack of buyers then now is your chance to start a-fresh. Summer’s almost here and so is a whole new set of buyers. So
homes.co.nz is a big supporter of real estate videos, and one reason for this is that people are attracted to video over static images. Video creates a higher engagement with house hunters. It means buyers far and wide, across New
There’s anecdotal evidence of a sea change when it comes to young people and real estate. The 20-somethings I’m meeting in Auckland do not want a mortgage for life, nor a huge home with rooms they don’t need, nor do
Our home is our castle, and most of us fill them with all manner of ornaments, nick knacks, family photos and furnishings that reflect who we are and our personalities. And that’s all fine, until you come to sell. Talk
Getting the absolute best price for your home is essential – you can only sell it once. So what’s the best method? Auction, tender or fixed price? To find out why one method might be used over another, homes.co.nz spoke
