EconomyAuckland house sales at 20-month low, says BarfootsReal estate company Barfoot & Thompson is reporting only 561 house sales in Auckland in October, the lowest level in 20 months.02 Nov 10:50 PM
RoyalsTongan king threatens to sue over Auckland estate objectionsTonga's king has threatened to sue lawyers in the Pacific island nation who are attempting to prevent him selling his sprawling Auckland royal residence.02 Nov 12:15 AM
InvestmentNew listings fail to provide spring property liftThe NZ property market has plateaued, with a rise in new listings failing to boost the market.31 Oct 08:05 PM
New ZealandClever, green and among world's bestAn eco-friendly NZ holiday house has been named in the world's top 15 for its unique design.30 Oct 04:30 PM
BDBDEconomyBuilding consents keep falling in SeptemberThe residential building sector remained soft in September, with another fall in building consents.28 Oct 11:00 PM
RoyalsLegal challenge over $8.9m royal estateLawyers may take court action if the sale of the King of Tonga's Auckland mansion goes ahead.28 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandA new era in affordable housingThe Govt has opened its first 'simple house', its answer to streamlining the design and build process for first-time buyers.22 Oct 04:11 AM
InvestmentReal estate agent gets home detentionA real estate agent has been sentenced to home detention for lying to a client about the sale of his house.20 Oct 10:49 PM
KiwiSaverKiwi financial confidence dips, big banks win investors heartsFinancial confidence levels have dropped back to 2009 levels, says a new survey.20 Oct 10:00 PM
Interest rates$572pw: Auckland's mortgages soarHomes are at their most affordable in six years - apart from in Auckland, where the average weekly mortgage is more than $570 a week.20 Oct 04:30 PM
ConstructionFailed canal property plan blamed on court rulingOne of the backers of the $100m Wairoa River Canal Project south of Auckland has blamed the Environment Court for rejecting it.19 Oct 04:30 PM