Editorial: Big correction was overdue but it still hurts
A short, shallow recession may actually be the quickest way to beat inflation.
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Housing market: 'Demand has weakened, prices are falling': REINZ
Affordability, uncertainty and changing financial conditions cited as reasons.
Big energy upgrades for new houses from November
Experts estimate up to $25,000 could be added to new builds.
BNZ economist: Chances of recession 'rising by the day'
The chances of getting through this interest rate cycle with a "soft landing" are fading.
Rates rise of 'at least $400' for Central Hawke's Bay home owners
Home valuations are going up but what does it mean for ratepayers in Hawke's Bay?
$300/week mortgage offer: Sales gimmick or great deal?
'What we're trying to do is to have some sort of a social element' - Sam Mishriki.
Kiwis shrug off inflation woes to spend more in April
Hospitality is the sector still doing it toughest StatsNZ card transaction data shows.
First-home buyers under pressure as activity falls to 2014 levels
New data out on buyers and values shows economic conditions taking effect.
Focus: Ranui Caravan Park residents building a vibrant and thriving community
Pete Dehar stacks food for the park's pata kai (store house) for neighbours and locals to grab. Video / Michael Craig
Fight over $750,000 real estate sale, vendor wins $500,000+
Money was to be paid monthly from 2016 but by 2018, it had stopped.
Liam Dann: Crash, slump, correction or bust? Call it what you want, it is happening
All the market noise is just the sound of central banks sucking cash out of the economy.
MPs clash over homeless report on where Rotorua homeless have come from
Local politicians have exchanged words over a new homeless report.
Construction starts on $150m Catalina Bay units
Construction of the 82-unit development is due to be finished in early 2024.
Dream home 'nightmare': Australian building firm adds $70k to clients' bills
Some Australians are being asked to fork out extra money or risk missing out on homes.
Watchdog bans $20m scheme for units offering 50% return
Today's move follows an earlier temporary freezing measure.
Westpac forecasts house prices to fall 15% in two years
Westpac takes far more bearish stand than it had previously.
Further court action possible for 'shocking' landlords ordered to pay 'vulnerable' tenants $38,000
MBIE considers further legal action in 'shocking' case of RTA-breaching Chch landlords.
Big cracks starting to show in the economy
Editorial: Three reports this week make for troubling times ahead.
Explained: What rising seas mean for insurance and house prices
If you live in a one-in-100-year flood zone, you'll likely lose insurance, expert warns.
Orr clashes with MPs over inflation
Adrian Orr squared off against MPs in Parliament on Thursday.
Return of tourism could lead to more homeless in Auckland
There are just 30 to 40 rough sleepers in the CBD. But that could be about to change.
'Show contrition': Nicola Willis' anger as housing market boils over
Messy unemployment data and the Financial Stability Report were released today.
Tenant left out of pocket after silly season robbing
Tenant ends up forking out for damage to the property.
Opinion: Why Auckland needs to retain its character suburbs
OPINION: Auckland councillor claims there's a meek submission to a flawed housing policy.
Wellington house price growth second weakest in the country
Only Auckland performed worse than Wellington in house price growth this quarter.
Liam Dann: Why a recession could be good for us
With record low unemployment a short sharp inflation beating recession might not be so bad
Council threatens homeless motels with court action if they fail to comply
Rotorua's council is threatening court action against emergency housing motels. But why?
Should I sell? How high will rates go? Is building a bad idea? Your housing questions answered
Anne Gibson and Liam Dann answer your questions as the housing market hits a rough patch.
'Generation of hopelessness': Why Kiwi kids are turning to crime
There are no bad kids, only hurt ones, youth worker says, and Covid hasn't helped.
Q&A: The great housing turnaround - our experts answer your questions
Liam Dann and Anne Gibson on house prices, interest rates, loan rules and inflation.
Revealed: The city Christopher Luxon believes 'needs to get sorted'
The National Party leader said crime and emergency housing motels would put visitors off.
Focus: $1.4 billion housing and infrastructure package for Auckland
The Government announced a $1.4 billion housing and infrastructure package for Auckland today. Video / NZ Herald
Govt announces $1.4 billion housing and infrastructure spend in Auckland
The funding comes from a $3.8b housing fund announced last year.
Hastings mum gets new home after three years of emergency housing
Mum Nora Kataina and her two young children are thrilled to have a place to call home.