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Westpac Anticipates 10% Growth in Housing Prices, 3% More Than Originally Forecast

sarahog

Mar 4
2 min

Westpac Anticipates 10% Growth in Housing Prices, 3% More Than Originally Forecast

Westpac’s Chief Economist, Dominick Stephens, announced this week that he was revising the national house price forecast. Stephens origin...

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Government Announces $12 Billion Infrastructure Project

sarahog

Feb 25
1 min

Government Announces $12 Billion Infrastructure Project

An enormous infrastructure budget has been announced by Jacinda Ardern’s government that will see billions spent on transport around Auck...

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sarahog

Jan 28
2 min

Why Should You Use A Mortgage Broker?

If you’ve begun the process of purchasing a home, you’ve likely heard of mortgage brokers. A good broker will provide you with many essen...

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sarahog

Jan 28
1 min

Freshen Up Your Home...

Whether you have been craving a new look or just simply want to refresh a room, you live in a house that you own or a small rented apartm...

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How To Make Sure Your Rental Property Is A Healthy Investment

sarahog

Jan 22
2 min

How To Make Sure Your Rental Property Is A Healthy Investment

Renting property to someone else can be a lucrative business, however, it can also pose a plethora of problems if things aren’t done righ...

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Five Things To Remember When Moving With Pets

sarahog

Jan 14
2 min

Five Things To Remember When Moving With Pets

Moving is stressful enough, even without pets to consider. However, if one of your family members walks on all fours, there are some thin...

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10 Real-Estate Tips First-Time Home buyers Need to Know

sarahog

Jan 13
2 min

10 Real-Estate Tips First-Time Home buyers Need to Know

Know Where Your Deposit is Coming From Your deposit is likely going to be one of the largest sums of money you ever put towards one parti...

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These Auckland Suburbs Have Seen A 500% Increase In Price Since 1999

sarahog

Dec 16, 2019
2 min

These Auckland Suburbs Have Seen A 500% Increase In Price Since 1999

It’s no secret that house prices in Auckland are on the rise. As we approach a new decade, it’s a good time to reflect on house price tre...

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Here’s How Much Kiwis Are Paying For A View In New Zealand

sarahog

Dec 9, 2019
1 min

Here’s How Much Kiwis Are Paying For A View In New Zealand

It’s no secret that New Zealand is a beautiful country. With spectacular views galore, Kiwis across the country are eager to purchase the...

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Current Housing Market Favours First-Time Buyers, Experts Say

sarahog

Oct 23, 2019
2 min

Current Housing Market Favours First-Time Buyers, Experts Say

If you’ve been thinking about buying your first home, now could be the perfect time to take the leap. Experts and commentators alike have...

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Proposed Change May Mean Kiwis Could Use Their KiwiSavers To Purchase Homes

sarahog

Oct 23, 2019
1 min

Proposed Change May Mean Kiwis Could Use Their KiwiSavers To Purchase Homes

A proposed change to New Zealand’s most well-known retirement scheme, KiwiSaver, may mean that Kiwis living in big cities could use their...

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Auction Activity in New Zealand Continues to Rise, According to New Report

sarahog

Oct 13, 2019
1 min

Auction Activity in New Zealand Continues to Rise, According to New Report

According to a recent report by interest.co.nz, auction activity in New Zealand is on the rise. The site recently measured the number of ...

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sarahog

Sep 30, 2019
1 min

Rodney Local Board's Healthy Harbours And Waterways Fund Now Open

Community advocates in Rodney now have reason to celebrate. Rodney Local Board’s Healthy Harbours and Waterways Fund is now open and plan...

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Changes To KiwiBuild See Housing Targets Scrapped and Lower Deposits For First-Time Home Buyers

sarahog

Sep 16, 2019
2 min

Changes To KiwiBuild See Housing Targets Scrapped and Lower Deposits For First-Time Home Buyers

The New Zealand Government recently announced a host of new changes to the KiwiBuild scheme, including a five per cent drop in deposits f...

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Plans for Rodney West Local Path Move Forward

sarahog

Sep 4, 2019
2 min

Plans for Rodney West Local Path Move Forward

Plans for local paths in Rodney West seem to be moving forward as of late. Rodney Local Board recently adopted the Rodney West Local Path...

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New Report Shows Lower Quartile House Prices Declining in Auckland

sarahog

Aug 14, 2019
1 min

New Report Shows Lower Quartile House Prices Declining in Auckland

Houses are becoming more affordable for first-time buyers in Auckland, at least, according to the latest Home Loan Affordability Report b...

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Renting? Here’s What You Should Know About Insulation

sarahog

Aug 12, 2019
2 min

Renting? Here’s What You Should Know About Insulation

When renting a home, insulation may not be the first thing on your mind. However, insulation is extremely important for a more comfortabl...

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Auckland Northern Corridor Set To Provide Residents With Key Transport Links

sarahog

Aug 12, 2019
2 min

Auckland Northern Corridor Set To Provide Residents With Key Transport Links

Construction on the Auckland Northern Corridor has now been underway for just over a year. The project, spearheaded by the New Zealand Tr...

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sarahog

May 30, 2019
2 min

5 Tips To Help You Afford Your First Home

Buying a house is one of life’s milestones. It is also one of the biggest investments you will make in your life. The process may seem da...

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5 Reasons Why You Need A Backlit Mirror In Your Bathroom

sarahog

May 30, 2019
1 min

5 Reasons Why You Need A Backlit Mirror In Your Bathroom

1. They Solve The Problem Of Harsh Lighting While overhead lighting may provide you with more options in terms of lighting styles, backli...

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