Property Market & Real Estate News - Page 20

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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When passion sparks progress

Friday, 31 October 2025

Nearly five years ago, a simple question from two industry leaders changed the course of property management in New Zealand.

Industrial Growth Leads a Cautious Recovery

Tuesday, 28 October 2025

The commercial real estate sector continues to experience mixed signals, with some segments showing early signs of recovery while others remain subdued.

The state of New Zealand real estate - and why the commercial story in provincial NZ matters now

Friday, 24 October 2025

After eighteen months of “wait and see,” the dial is finally moving. The Reserve Bank’s October 2025 OCR cut to 2.5% is the clearest signal yet that the tightening cycle is behind us and that capital will gradually get cheaper again.

Interest rate relief sets the scene for rural expansion

Monday, 20 October 2025

As many will know, the NZ Official Cash Rate, set by the Reserve Bank, was cut to 2.5% this month - its lowest since August 2022. This marks a highly favourable setting for primary sector exporters, especially with this season’s strong exchange rate as the wider economy continues to recover.

Canterbury farmland in demand as sales and values lift

Monday, 20 October 2025

A positive shift is underway in the rural property market, underpinned by improving confidence and favourable conditions.

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