House price slump accelerating

House values slumped further in the year to January, says Quotable Value, opening up good buying opportunities in a climate of lower interest rates and keen sellers.
09-02-2009 more >>

Residential highlights - January 2009

The beginning of 2009 has seen house prices drop throughout the country, according to the latest QV Valuation statistics.
09-02-2009 more >>

Call for action over break fees

The government is being called to stop banks double dipping on fixed-rate mortgage break fees, by investors, brokers and the Banking Ombudsman.
09-02-2009 more >>

It's a great time to borrow

It is a great time to be a borrower with plenty of equity stored up in a property. If you timed your last decision about a mortgage right, which means that you will have borrowing due for renewal this year, you can expect to be able to choose from some record low rates.
05-02-2009 more >>

RMA changes help property investors

Property investors adding a deck or some similar renovation to their property should have a much less difficult issue with resource consents.
04-02-2009 more >>

Real estate market wooing investors

Low fixed-term deposit returns from banks and falling house prices might drive investors to consider becoming landlords
03-02-2009 more >>

February '09 Issue

For some, there is no such thing as a property downturn. Intrepid investors are making the most of falling interest rate cuts and a sluggish property market, picking up bargain buys and cash flow positive properties. We talk to investors who are out there and active, on what’s motivating them and what types of strategies are working.
01-02-2009 more >>

Political & Regulatory Report for January 2009

THE YEAR AHEAD – Political challenges The 49th Parliament resumes for the year on Tuesday 10 February and it should ensure for a busy year for the Federation.
30-01-2009 more >>

Home-building approvals fall to record low

New Zealand home-building approvals fell to a record low last month in a sign that sliding borrowing costs haven’t yet revived demand in an economy buffeted by its first recession in a decade.
30-01-2009 more >>

President's January report

The promise of the New Year. Opportunities this year for cash flow properties. Acknowledging our national sponsors. First Executive meeting on February 21.
29-01-2009 more >>

Interest rates cut to 3.5% - pass it on, says Bollard

New Zealand has the lowest Official Cash Rate since its introduction in March 1999, as Reserve Bank Governor announced a 150 basis point cut.
29-01-2009 more >>

NZ’s rising unemployment will sap housing demand, ANZ says

New Zealand’s unemployment rate, set to rise this year, will likely sap demand for housing, offsetting the benefits of falling mortgage rates, according to ANZ Bank’s Property Focus report.
26-01-2009 more >>

Investors opt for safety of bricks and mortar

Low bank interest rates have seen an influx of people switching their money from bank deposits to rental properties.
23-01-2009 more >>

Property values still falling, but impact of big rate cuts emerge

New property value numbers released today show continued falls through December, but isgns are starting to emerge that last year's hugh interest rate cuts might be starting to make a difference
15-01-2009 more >>

REINZ residential highlights - December 2008

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) is looking at the market optimistically. Could confidence be returning? Find out what's happening in your region below.
15-01-2009 more >>

Decisions looming for borrowers

For nearly a month home loan rates have stayed reasonably static with few changes to report - however that is likely to change soon.
14-01-2009 more >>

Website gives details of all properties for house hunters

A property-searching website to start operating tomorrow aims to become the first stop for house hunters
14-01-2009 more >>

Changes needed in 2009 for unhealthy homes

Many New Zealand homes are making their occupants sick and Future-Proof Building (FPB) is embarking on an education campaign throughout the country this year.
06-01-2009 more >>

January '09 Issue

Trying to navigate a path forward can be difficult when what lies behind you looks like a trail of destruction. Our lead feature this month takes a look ahead at 2009 and also takes a flashback with the investors profiled over 2008.
01-01-2009 more >>