New ZealandPM says Labour policy 'desperate'Prime Minister John Key says Labour's new housing policy smacks of desperation by leader David Shearer.29 Jul 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceLabour housing policy could breach FTALabour's housing policy to restrict house sales to foreigners could be at odds with New Zealand's Free Trade Agreement with China.29 Jul 02:20 AM
New ZealandHousing intervention opposedA law change to allow the Government to override councils in order to free up land for housing developments was opposed by a slim majority of New Zealanders surveyed.28 Jul 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceLabour defends foreign buyer policyLabour leader David Shearer says he "makes no apologies" for his party's proposal to exclude all offshore buyers from the New Zealand housing market.28 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandMixed views on fencing off investorsPonsonby chartered accountant Hongying Qiu was in and out of 11 Farrar St in Grey Lynn within 10 minutes yesterday afternoon.28 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Home-buying ban runs high risksIt's risky policy for a liberal, left-of-centre party because it leaves them open to accusations of xenophobia, writes Liam Dann.28 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandRetirement dream turns to horror storyA home that was supposed to be a retirement dream has become a fast-tightening noose around its owner's neck, after he has become trapped in a rare situation where he must move - but can't sell.26 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandOwner's P-lab contamination nightmareA rented house has been demolished and a layer of topsoil removed from its section because the property was so badly contaminated by a secret P lab.26 Jul 05:30 PM
BDBDBanking and financeOCR held at record low 2.5pcThe Reserve Bank governor has kept the official cash rate at 2.5 per cent, though he'll mull a hike if the momentum in housing spurs broader inflation.24 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandIwi's $24m Bastion Pt planNgati Whatua Orakei have $24 million plans to build up to 75 houses and apartments alongside Bastion Pt, underwriting mortgages for whanau to assist home ownership.24 Jul 05:30 PM
BusinessInsurance premium rises hammer PrecinctPrecinct Properties NZ, with 10 Wellington office blocks worth more than $600 million, has been hammered by insurance premium rises.23 Jul 05:30 PM
BDBDEconomyFirst home buyers still priority - KeyThe Prime Minister says first home buyers remain 'a priority' for the govt, but he's stopped short of endorsing a suggestion from one of his ministers.22 Jul 09:20 PM
OpinionThomas Pippos: Capital gains tax an inevitable part of future landscapeEven for certain traditional naysayers there is an acceptance that a CGT is an inevitable part of our future tax landscape, writes Thomas Pippos.22 Jul 05:30 PM
BusinessChinese sleepouts 'cheaper than renting'Sleepouts built in China are due to arrive in New Zealand in containers in the next two months.22 Jul 05:30 PM
ConstructionFletcher asks council for right to build higherFletcher Developments wants new houses to be taller than the Auckland Council is proposing.22 Jul 05:30 PM
EconomyOCR tipped to hold at record lowFinancial markets see almost no chance Reserve Bank governor Graeme Wheeler will move the official cash rate from its all-time low of 2.5 per cent.21 Jul 05:30 PM
EconomyKiwiSaver home thresholds under reviewFirst-time home buyers struggling to scrape together a deposit may soon be given a lending hand through changes to the KiwiSaver scheme.21 Jul 02:48 AM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Killjoy's the only adult in the roomBernard Hickey says every parent knows there's always a moment at a party when the 5-year-old has had enough chocolate cake, or the 18-year-old has had enough vodka and Red Bull.20 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandLuxury homes: $1.17m ghost buyerA man has been making offers on luxury homes north of Auckland before disappearing when it comes time to pay - even after getting one vendor to fix up his house.18 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouple pool savings but it's still not enoughAlyssa Longville says it'd be impossible to buy a home in Auckland without the help of her fiance, Callum Carter.16 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandHouse price hikes - who's hit hardest?The number of single New Zealanders able to afford a home has plummeted compared to couples, says a Treasury paper.16 Jul 05:30 PM
ConstructionFletcher targets Auckland apartment marketFletcher Building is making a big push into Auckland's apartment development market, forming specialist new division Fletcher Developments this year to hunt down opportunities on big sites.15 Jul 05:30 PM
ConstructionFletcher aims for fast-track homesAuckland houses could soon arrive off assembly lines as the country's biggest construction business ponders factory-prefabricated houses.14 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandSunshine blocked by The BlockThe relocation of houses for TV show <i>The Block NZ</i> has upset neighbours, who say they are being robbed of sunshine and privacy.13 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandSlice of history survivesIf you're looking to buy in central Auckland but don't want to settle for apartment living, the unusual cottage above might be just what you're after.11 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Courting of home buyers tawdryIf John Key was genuine in his concern about being disadvantaged relative to property investors he could legislate to reduce the tax advantages, writes Brian Fallow.10 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandAuckland home buyers look northMany properties around Whangarei are being bought by Aucklanders as house hunters look north because of high prices in the city.09 Jul 05:30 PM
Banking and financeHome loan? There's an app for thatKiwi house buyers can now get a mortgage on their cellphones - a first for New Zealand and Australia.08 Jul 11:45 PM
New Zealand'Restrict foreign purchases' - EconomistNZ should adopt Australia's more restrictive approach to foreigners buying houses, says an economist.08 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandSome turn up to bid, others merely to watchPeter Bae and his mother have arrived at Barfoot & Thompson's central Auckland auction rooms to bid on the home at 504 Swanson Rd, Ranui.08 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandChch rents rise 22 per cent in a yearAuckland's rental properties remain the most expensive in the country but Christchurch is close behind, new figures show.08 Jul 07:33 AM
New ZealandHNZ tenant out despite $1m bidA supermarket worker says she has raised $1 million to buy her state house in one of New Zealand's most-desirable neighbourhoods - but Housing NZ is booting her out regardless.06 Jul 05:30 PM
PropertyNeighbours joining gold rushNeighbours are throwing their lots in together to sell combined properties for greater sums on the lava-hot property market.06 Jul 05:30 PM
