The government is being called to stop banks double dipping on fixed-rate mortgage break fees, by investors, brokers and the Banking Ombudsman. 09-02-2009 more >>
It is a great time to be a borrower with plenty of equity stored up in a property. If you timed your last decision about a mortgage right, which means that you will have borrowing due for renewal this year, you can expect to be able to choose from some record low rates. 05-02-2009 more >>
Property investors adding a deck or some similar renovation to their property should have a much less difficult issue with resource consents. 04-02-2009 more >>
THE YEAR AHEAD – Political challenges
The 49th Parliament resumes for the year on Tuesday 10 February and it should ensure for a busy year for the Federation.
30-01-2009 more >>
New Zealand home-building approvals fell to a record low last month in a sign that sliding borrowing costs haven’t yet revived demand in an economy buffeted by its first recession in a decade. 30-01-2009 more >>
The promise of the New Year.
Opportunities this year for cash flow properties.
Acknowledging our national sponsors.
First Executive meeting on February 21.
29-01-2009 more >>
New Zealand has the lowest Official Cash Rate since its introduction in March 1999, as Reserve Bank Governor announced a 150 basis point cut. 29-01-2009 more >>
New Zealand’s unemployment rate, set to rise this year, will likely sap demand for housing, offsetting the benefits of falling mortgage rates, according to ANZ Bank’s Property Focus report. 26-01-2009 more >>
New property value numbers released today show continued falls through December, but isgns are starting to emerge that last year's hugh interest rate cuts might be starting to make a difference 15-01-2009 more >>
The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) is looking at the market optimistically. Could confidence be returning? Find out what's happening in your region below. 15-01-2009 more >>
For nearly a month home loan rates have stayed reasonably static with few changes to report - however that is likely to change soon. 14-01-2009 more >>
Many New Zealand homes are making their occupants sick and Future-Proof Building (FPB) is embarking on an education campaign throughout the country this year. 06-01-2009 more >>
Unwary landlords can find themselves caught up in a host of financial implications and be burned when they discover the cost of owning a rental property 29-12-2008 more >>
When Parliament resumes in February 2009 there will be two major pieces of legislation and other business of interest to property investors. 24-12-2008 more >>
Findings of the Survey for Ministry of Justice Review Team.
Check the property market while in relaxed holiday mode.
New style membership cards being designed.
Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year.
23-12-2008 more >>
During the property market's heated phase,home owners saw the value of their houses soar without having to do so much as lift a paintbrush - but the sands have now shifted 21-12-2008 more >>
A second survey this week confirms the view that people are interested in buying property again and expect house prices to fall further. 19-12-2008 more >>
Tauranga’s property market has been turned on its head by the current climate. Although some parts of the Bay of Plenty city and surrounding areas have finally reached the bottom, others are yet to hit. Adrienne Jervis talks to locals with their finger on the pulse to gauge the market from an investor’s point of view. 16-12-2008 more >>
