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Market update: The nuance beyond the media headlines
Between all the news of increasing interest rates and falling house prices, it's an intimidating market to be in right now. But what aren't the headlines telling us?
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The Housing cycle has accelerated
Independent Economist Tony Alexander gives us a breakdown of what is happening in financial markets and the housing market.
Making sense of the current market as a first home buyer
So, the tables have turned and we've finally entered a buyer's market - but how do you navigate the apparent minefield of increasing mortgage rates and falling house prices?
The dangers property investors face by having all their eggs in one basket
For those who have strayed down the treacherous path of having all your loans with one bank, the consequences have started to bite.
Vendors not backing down as house prices fall
When will house prices stop falling? No-one knows. But it looks like we are quite a long way off the bottom being reached for a number of reasons.
Investing and inflation: When being “conservative” doesn’t pay
After many years in a KiwiSaver Growth Fund, I switched to a Conservative Fund a couple of years ago. It felt like a smart move at the time, but man, hindsight’s a wonderful thing.
The house construction cycle explained
Development companies have been recently finding that client enquiries are falling away. People can see prices falling so will naturally feel the longer they wait perhaps the cheaper the construction cost will be.
Budget 2022 brings welcome support for first home buyers
This week's Budget announcement has brought good news for first home buyers, with the Government unveiling a number of changes to unlock additional support.
Perception vs reality in the housing market
How do I know when a downturn in the market is serious, entrenched, and likely to last for some time? There are a number of measures I look at including data on prices and results from my surveys, but one special factor is the blame game.
The anatomy of a turning housing market
Here is a quick high level run-through of the main things happening in the residential real estate market on average in New Zealand.
Are new builds still a good investment in the changing market?
New builds can be a great option for investors and first home buyers alike - and if you’re considering buying off plan, there are a few things to keep in mind to help you buy well.
How is an investment affected when a payment gets missed on a Squirrel loan?
If you’ve invested through the Squirrel peer-to-peer lending platform, you’ll be aware that on the other side of these investments are loans taken on by other Kiwis, borrowing through Squirrel. When these borrowers apply for a loan, they’re put under the microscope before our credit team push go, but what happens if a loan payment gets missed?
The Big Move: Getting set for a mortgage in New Zealand after living overseas
With borders officially reopening, many Kiwi expats are planning a move home once more. Here's everything you need to know about getting a mortgage in New Zealand after living overseas.
