Budget 2025 - what does it mean for the property market?
Budget 2025, despite its "Growth Budget" moniker, offers a mixed outlook for the property market.
Budget 2025, despite its "Growth Budget" moniker, offers a mixed outlook for the property market.
Ray White New Zealand proudly hosted its annual Business Leaders Symposium last week at Takina, Wellington, bringing together more than 170 of the network’s most ambitious and forward-thinking leaders.
There’s been plenty of auction action in the lead up to today’s budget and next week’s OCR update.
The housing market took its usual April breather last month, with prices and sales easing back from March. Despite this seasonal dip, the New Zealand market remains stable.
In the lead up to the 2025 budget, Ray White New Zealand scheduled 127 properties to go under the hammer, with a clearance rate of 43.2 per cent.
Ray White New Zealand saw 158 properties go under the hammer across the country last week, and while this volume is lower than the same period last year, both clearance rates and bidder numbers are higher.
More than 150 real estate professionals gathered at MediaWorks last night for the highly anticipated ‘Canapes and Conversation’ event, hosted by Leading Ladies of Real Estate, New Zealand and Australia’s premier female industry initiative.
Ray White Metro (Christchurch) agent Desere Girdlestone is not a stranger to auctions as a salesperson, having run many auction campaigns for her clients, however, she has recently taken up a new challenge in calling the auctions herself.
With a short week last week, between Easter and Anzac day, Ray White New Zealand had just 119 auctions last week, recording a clearance rate of 41.9 per cent.
New Zealand housing market stabilises as interest rate cuts bring balance. After volatility, median house prices have remained between $750,000-$801,000 for two years, currently at $790,000.
Do you own a rental property? Two major tax changes took effect in 2024 and 2025. Here’s a breakdown of what they mean for you. Interest Deductibility If you have a rental property with a mortgage, you can deduct the interest paid on the loan from your rental income when … Read more
As the financial year draws to a close, landlords have the opportunity to review their property investments and make strategic adjustments to optimise returns. By proactively assessing finances, scrutinising deductible expenses, adjusting rent, and reviewing insurance coverage, landlords can maximise their investment potential. 1. Conduct a Comprehensive Financial Review Before … Read more
It’s crucial for landlords to know if a property they’re trying to rent is classified as a lawful dwelling in respect of The Residential Tenancies Act 1986. As soon as a residential tenancy agreement is completed your lawful dwelling requirements come into effect, and this can occur even without a … Read more
From 1 July 2025, **ALL** private rentals must comply with the Healthy Homes Standards. We now have less than one year to ensure that all private rental properties in New Zealand meet these requirements. Landlords who fail to comply with the Healthy Homes Standards will breach the Residential Tenancies Act … Read more
If you are thinking of selling your tenanted property, as a landlord there are obligations that you need to meet. Section 47 of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 (RTA) requires that if a landlord decides to put the premises on the market for sale or other disposition after entering into … Read more
Lithium-ion batteries are found in many common household products such as mobile phones, laptops, scooters, e-cigarettes, smoke alarms and toys. When treated with respect and care, lithium-ion batteries are safe. However, if they are misused (for example, overcharged or damaged), or are of poor quality, they can present a serious … Read more
So you are a tenant and you want to move house, but you are not too sure what to do or how to do it. That is what your Ray White Rotorua property manager is here for, to help and advise you on the correct processes to follow.
Welcome to an inside look at how a Property Manager can transform the rental experience for tenants and property owners alike. Whether you’re renting for the first time, a seasoned tenant, or a landlord considering property management services, understanding the multifaceted role of a Property Manager is crucial to making … Read more
The definition of family violence (as described by the Ministry of Justice), is violence by nature which can be physical, sexual or psychological abuse.
Being a property owner and renting out properties is a professional business which is why the benefits of hiring a property manager can significantly outweigh management fees, providing landlords with peace of mind that their property is in experienced hands. Read more below to learn about the benefits of engaging … Read more