New ZealandRents rising faster than wages, inflationAuckland rents are outstripping wages and rising faster than inflation, a four-year comparison shows.24 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandAuckland city's rental prices rocketLandlords increased weekly rents for homes of every size in all but two of Auckland's 30 suburbs, a four-year comparison shows.24 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandGovt criticises Greens' housing planThe Government says the Green Party's shared equity housing policy would lead to more debt without solving New Zealand's housing affordability crisis.24 Jan 04:24 AM
New ZealandGreens offer families homesThe Green Party has ambitious plans for a shared-equity housing ownership model designed to help low-income families with dependent children into home ownership.23 Jan 04:30 PM
New Zealand$8.1m house sale sets toneThe biggest house sale so far this year is an $8.1 million home in Takapuna, with private access to the beach.23 Jan 04:30 PM
BusinessTop 10 most expensive house salesThe most expensive home sold last year was a $9.1 million beachfront property on the North Shore which went for $1.6 million over its valuation.20 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandAngry house buyers want actionAngry home buyers and investors are running out of patience over a troubled housing development that promised massive returns.19 Jan 04:30 PM
Banking and financeRush for home loansMortgage approvals reached their highest levels in almost four years last month, as people rushed to make the most of low interest rates.17 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Affordable housing? It's right under your nose, guysBill English should look into a mirror next time he points the finger at Auckland Council for not doing enough to encourage affordable housing, writes Brian Rudman.17 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandRebuild staff in demandSkills shortages for the Christchurch rebuild and a lack of homes in Auckland are likely to be key factors influencing the employment sector in 2013, a report says.15 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandRecord sale for out-of-zone homeA house just 500 metres outside of Auckland's sought-after triple grammar zone has sold for nearly $400,000 above its valuation.15 Jan 04:30 PM
Banking and financeTime to fix mortgage has comeFloating mortgage holders could save more than $700 million this year by switching to a two-year fixed rate, statistics show.12 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandHigh-rise heart for OrewaSeaside Orewa could get more high-rise apartments under the Auckland Council's moves to write a new planning rule book that encourages more living in town centres.10 Jan 04:30 PM
BusinessExodus hits rural house pricesRural areas of New Zealand suffered big falls in property values last year as people continued to flock to the main centres.10 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandHousing plan a winner for LabourThe Labour Party housing policy for first-home buyers has struck a chord despite the Government's attempts to write it off as expensive and unrealistic.09 Jan 04:30 PM
ConstructionQuake repairs lift building sectorThe building sector has taken off and Canterbury earthquake repairs are one of its biggest drivers.09 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMore apartments on way for cityNew low-rise apartment blocks will be built in many Auckland suburbs this year in response to the housing supply crisis, an industry boss expects.08 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMount tops hot property hit listA coastal survey has shown that would-be home buyers are putting lifestyle convenience ahead of peace and quiet.01 Jan 04:30 PM
BusinessHigh prices likely to stay - agentsPressure looks likely to stay on house prices in the year ahead, particularly in Auckland and Christchurch, experts say.01 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandBeachside living has sophisticationImagine living metres from one of New Zealand's best beaches and only an hour from Auckland City.01 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandWaiheke property ideal place to liveThis plantation-style home sits above the coastline in Church Bay, and overlooks Motukaha Island, the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland. The location provides breathtaking views of the sea by day, and at night the city lights are clearly visible.28 Dec 04:30 PM
PropertyHerald Homes of the year: Classic touches to a thoroughly modern makeoverOriginally featured on May 12, this Titirangi property remains a firm favourite for its 1950s design and comfortable decor.25 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandRecord house prices to continueHouse prices have hit new records in seven of the past 12 months, a review of the year in property shows.25 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandFall in mortgagee sales welcomedThe decline in mortgagee sales of residential properties has been interpreted by a bank economist as a welcome sign of an improvement in the economy.23 Dec 04:30 PM
