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Measured national picture continues alongside strong regional results - REINZ stats September 2026

REINZ data for September 2026 shows the median price outside Auckland was effectively unchanged on a year earlier, while lower annual sales and longer selling times reflected the measured pace of recent months.

Behind every great property manager is great training

From ongoing legislative updates to hands-on local support, our dedicated training team helps property managers deliver confident advice, protect investments, and provide exceptional service.

Property decisions aren't on hold, the regions are proving it

Steady values, more choice and opportunities emerging across the regions. See what’s happening in today’s property market and what it could mean for you.

How Sensory Details Influence Buyer Decisions

Buyers notice more than what they see. From light and layout to smell, sound and temperature, discover the small details that can shape how someone feels about your home, and the simple fixes that can make a difference.

How Local Market Conditions Impact Your Home Improvement Decisions

Thinking of selling your home within the next five years? Deciding which renovations will add the most value can feel like a gamble. The key is to find the sweet spot between what your local market demands and what suits your own needs and budget.

5 Strategies for a Safe Open Home

While New Zealand is generally a safe place to live, preparing to sell a home requires caution. You should make your home appealing to buyers, not thieves. Understand and mitigate the following potential risks to support a smooth and safe sales process.

The Regional Rental Report

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Mike Heard joins Property Brokers as Hawke's Bay and Gisborne Rural and Lifestyle Area Manager

Saturday, 21 August 2021

Property Brokers is delighted to announce that Mike Heard has joined as the Hawke's Bay and Gisborne Rural and Lifestyle Area Manager.

The New Zealand lifestyle market continues to set new benchmarks

Wednesday, 11 August 2021

The New Zealand lifestyle market continues to set new benchmarks as it hits $10.5b in annual sales through to June 2021, up from $5.7b the same time last year.

Celebrating a year with Farmlands

Friday, 27 November 2020

The 18th of November marked the first anniversary of the Property Brokers and Farmlands strategic partnership!

Gisborne property auction yields good results despite Covid-19

Tuesday, 26 May 2020

Twenty-four out of 30 properties that Property Brokers took to market, sold for good prices under the hammer at the recent Project Gisborne Auction Event.

Hawke's Bay and Gisborne Property Guide Magazines Out Now!

Wednesday, 22 April 2020

Kia ora. The Property Brokers team is excited to bring you the inaugural Hawke's Bay and Gisborne online Property Guide magazines!

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Mike Heard joins Property Brokers as Hawke's Bay and Gisborne Rural and Lifestyle Area Manager