Growing a robust property portfolio is a common goal for many established New Zealand homeowners. For those who have paid down their mortgage or benefitted from market appreciation, the primary residence often holds significant non liquid wealth in the form of equity. The key to safe, accelerated portfolio expansion lies … Read more
The New Zealand property investment landscape is undergoing its most significant policy shift in years. Following a period of interest limitation designed to cool the market, the staged return of interest deductibility is rapidly changing the financial equation for property ownership. This change, coupled with the proven market resilience and … Read more
Investing in property is a sophisticated financial commitment, and navigating the Inland Revenue Department’s guidelines is essential for maximising returns. For landlords in high performing markets like Silverdale, understanding every legitimate tax deduction is key to improving cash flow and long term profitability. With significant legislative changes recently passed, particularly … Read more
I. Executive Summary: The 2025 Regulatory Reset and Coastal Auckland Market Response The New Zealand residential property investment landscape underwent a significant regulatory adjustment in 2024, culminating in a critical shift in tax liability and risk assessment for 2025. This analysis provides a detailed framework of the revised Bright-Line property … Read more
Renowned local real estate agent Kevin He and his partner Sunny Sun have kicked off the next step in their journey, opening Ray White Blockhouse Bay.
The Silverdale Advantage: Market Resilience on the Hibiscus Coast Silverdale distinguishes itself as more than simply the gateway to the Hibiscus Coast; it functions as a critical commercial and residential hub that expertly balances coastal lifestyle appeal with modern suburban convenience. The area provides a diverse array of property types … Read more
The Silverdale Advantage: Why Investing in Presentation Pays Off For homeowners considering listing their property in the Rodney area, the question is often not if they should renovate, but how strategically they should invest their capital. In Silverdale’s consistently strong market, renovation is best viewed not as a necessary expense, … Read more
When selling his home of 13 years, vendor Steve knew he wanted to go to auction.
New Zealand has partially lifted its foreign buyer ban, allowing “golden” visa owners to purchase a single residential property valued at $5 million or more.
The Crossroads of Selling For any property owner, deciding on a sales method is one of the most significant choices to be made. It can influence the final sale price, the speed of the transaction, and the level of certainty throughout the process. In the current market, vendors have two … Read more
Selling your home in Silverdale is an exciting prospect. With our beautiful coastal lifestyle, thriving retail hub, and the much anticipated Penlink connection promising to transform travel, it’s no wonder the area is more popular than ever. Buyer demand across the Hibiscus Coast remains strong for quality properties. However, a … Read more
Capitalise on Silverdale’s Thriving Spring Market Spring in New Zealand brings with it a sense of renewal and energy, and nowhere is this more evident than in the property market. As the days grow longer and gardens begin to bloom, keen buyers emerge from winter hibernation, creating the busiest and … Read more
Ray White businesses across Auckland’s North Shore and Hibiscus Coast teamed up to sell nearly $30 million in property across three sites during their auction extravaganza, The Event 4.0.
Buying your first home is a monumental milestone. It is a journey filled with excitement and a fair amount of paperwork. As your trusted local Ray White team, we are here to guide you through the process, especially if you are looking to get your foot on the property ladder … Read more
Ray White New Zealand scheduled 206 properties to go under the hammer last week, up 10.8 per cent year-on-year.
New Zealand's housing market has reached equilibrium after three phases: pandemic speculation, correction, and recovery. Median prices stable at $761k with sustainable buyer demand replacing investment activity.
Ray White New Zealand scheduled 128 properties to go under the hammer last week, with a clearance rate of 51.7 per cent.
Ray White Papanui agent Rob East was more than happy to take the reins when it came to coordinating a renovation for his client, Ben, who lived on the opposite side of the country.
More than 1,300 people gathered for Ray White New Zealand’s annual awards at Spark Arena last night to celebrate and recognise the top offices and individual achievers from throughout the leading network.
Auckland emerges as New Zealand's luxury retail capital while Wellington attempts to revitalise its struggling Golden Mile through major infrastructure transformation to compete in the retail market.