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12 June 2018

Christchurch – a new lease on life

So often I talk about investment from an Auckland perspective because that’s where I’m based and that’s where I’m most familiar. However, I’m lucky enough to have some strong working relationships across the country - in particular Christchurch. So here’s a slightly different perspective for a change.

05 February 2018

Is confidence returning to the market?

Confidence fell out of the market last year but appears to be coming back and here's why.

13 December 2017

New year, but more of the same?

The new year is almost upon us and with it comes the usual new year’s resolutions which may or may not end up becoming reality.

18 October 2017

Return to the status quo?

With the election almost over, warmer weather and spring home loan campaigns in full swing, there appears to be some life coming back in the market.

29 September 2017

Post-election update on mortgage rates

The election will do nothing medium term to interest rates. Fundamentally not much will change that would impact on inflation or on rates.

04 July 2017

Don't get caught with a hangover

It’s midnight on a Saturday night and you’re out on the town. It’s been a great night so far and now you’ve got a decision to make...

26 October 2016

Is now a good time to refinance?

Eyeing up those record-low interest rates and thinking of refinancing your current mortgage? There are some pretty good reasons to refinance depending on your needs, but is it the right opportunity for you right now?

08 August 2016

What's the plan?

Generally speaking, it’s fair to say that this round of reserve bank rule changes will have a bigger effect than the ones it’s rolled out before.

08 July 2016

What do I need to know about interest-only loans?

With so many people choosing to go interest-only, you might be asking yourself why it's proving so popular. Here's what you need to know about this method of financing: both the pros, and the cons.

05 May 2016

Is it time to get out of Auckland?

Auckland has been the go-to place for everyone from first home buyers to investors.

15 April 2016

Are we doing enough to improve housing supply?

Investors and first home buyers alike are feeling the price pressure, as the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand presents us with the fact that median house price records all over the country have been smashed.

02 February 2016

Market insight: What's happening with Chinese investors?

In the last year there's been so much talk about foreign investors, both good and bad, true and untrue. It's easy to get in a panic about people you're rubbing shoulders with in the race to buy a home.