InvestmentBought for $630k - sold for over $40mAlan Wallace is an accidental property investor, signing a deal to sell a 16ha East Tamaki site for more than $40m after paying $630,000 for the real estate 21 years ago.20 Oct 04:00 PM
EconomyWill more Chinese snap up NZ houses?An economist says China's plans to ease the restrictions its citizens face when investing overseas will see more Chinese money flowing into NZ's property market.16 Oct 04:00 PM
BDBDEconomyProperty values rise at slowest pace in 15 months - QVProperty values rose 6.4 per cent nationwide in September, slowing from an annual pace of 6.9 per cent in August, according to QV.05 Oct 11:58 PM
Aged careHow to give up the day jobWhat would it take to give up the day job and retire young? Financial adviser Simon Hassan says few people want to quit work at a young age these days.05 Oct 04:00 PM
InvestmentWatercare defends development feesWatercare Services has hit back at a developer who accused it of charging too much for Auckland residential subdivisions.29 Sep 04:00 PM
EconomyLandlords planning rent hikesBarfoot and Thompson has just released its annual landlord survey - and it revealed most are planning to put rents up by about 5 per cent.28 Sep 10:15 PM
Property10 reasons to rent, not buyOwning your own home is the "Kiwi dream" but it's becoming out of reach for a lot of people. But fear not, here's ten reasons why you might prefer to stay renting.25 Sep 07:07 PM
Banking and financeLandlords up share of house salesWestpac has changed its business model after discovering landlords are on the rise with their share of house sales up from 37 per cent a year ago to 42 per cent last month.25 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPrecious park gifted to Super CityAucklanders have been gifted a new $5 million-plus conservation reserve the size of Cornwall Park, spanning a 10km beachfront at Te Arai near Mangawhai.14 Sep 05:00 PM
PropertyHouse hunters risk financial ruinHouse hunters desperate to secure their dream home are risking financial disaster by signing unconditional purchase agreements before their current property has sold.14 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMarina battle in courtThe developer behind a controversial $10 million marina project that will divide Waiheke Island says investors can "kiss their money goodbye" if the project is scrapped.13 Sep 05:00 PM
EconomyHouse values up - new QV stats outQV has released latest house value data showing big rises nationally and in Auckland but growth rates are slowing.04 Sep 12:00 AM
EconomyAuckland house prices slumpAuckland house sale volumes and average sale prices have slumped in August - so what's behind the slight cooling off of the market?02 Sep 11:20 PM
InvestmentInvestment project to create landlordsA specialist apartment real estate agency boss is starting up a new business to encourage people to become landlords by finding, buying and managing Auckland residential properties.27 Aug 05:00 PM
Banking and financeLandlords complain about bank loan tacticsLandlords are complaining about banks calling in loans from one property when another is sold.27 Aug 04:54 AM
AirlinesAuckland Airport's land bank value soars to $2.6bAuckland International Airport's vast Mangere land bank rose in value by $734 million between June 2011 and June 2014.26 Aug 05:30 PM
ConstructionFletcher in $40m HQ makeoverNew Zealand's biggest builder is about to start a $40 million makeover at its own global headquarters, after buying its headquarters back from Tauranga's Carrus Corporation.24 Aug 05:00 PM
InvestmentAssignee drops Peters bankruptcy bidAuthorities are giving up the fight to put former property developer Jamie Peters back into bankruptcy and will withdraw their case against him from the Court of Appeal.21 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionBruce: Property investment is not easyHomeowners are often portrayed as millionaires-in-waiting, but investing in property is not easy, writes Andrew Bruce.20 Aug 09:30 PM
InvestmentIwi arm pays well over CV for blockNgati Whatua Orakei Whai Rawa has paid slightly under $70 million for a new Auckland office block with a council valuation of $35.5 million18 Aug 05:00 PM
InvestmentBuyers fork out $65.5m for three towersA wealthy Hong Kong family have bought three office towers in Auckland's CBD for $65.5 million in one of the biggest property deals of the year.12 Aug 05:00 PM
BDBDAged careSummerset first-half profit growth slowsNew Zealand's third-largest retirement village operator, increased first-half profit at a slower pace as it focuses on developing villages for future growth.11 Aug 10:31 PM
Aged careRyman adds to growing landbankNew Zealand's biggest retirement owner/operator Ryman Healthcare confirmed its acquisition of the former Kingsgate Hotel site on Campbell Rd, Auckland.11 Aug 05:00 PM
BDBDEconomyProperty values up, but at a slower pace - QVRising interest rates, LVR restrictions and the onset of winter have taken the heat out of the housing market, according to just released QV figures.07 Aug 12:17 AM
Banking and financeAuckland house sales fallAuckland's biggest real estate agency, Barfoot & Thompson, said their house sale volumes fell in July, blaming winter and the election.04 Aug 11:02 PM
OpinionAndrew Bruce: Property investors are tax disadvantagedAndrew Bruce says property investment is now at a tax disadvantage when compared to other investment classes such as companies.03 Aug 09:30 PM
