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Sep 14, 2026

Spring is in the Air – What's Happening Around Kerikeri?

After a long, wet winter, spring is finally here — and there's plenty happening around Kerikeri and the wider Bay of Islands over the next few months. The Turner Centre has a particularly busy progra

Sep 13, 2026

Market Update September 2026

As we head into spring, the property market is still very much in favour of buyers, but we are starting to see a few positive signs that confidence is coming back. There is still plenty of choice out

Aug 24, 2026

Don’t Let the Noise Decide Your Future

We have experienced a relatively steady business environment, and despite some challenging economic conditions, we continue to hold our own. But there is no question the world around us feels unsettl

Aug 13, 2026

Could the Property Everyone Else Walks Past Be the Best Opportunity?

Have you ever looked at a property online or driven past it and dismissed it almost immediately? Perhaps it looked too old. The layout felt awkward. It had been sitting on the market for months. Mayb

Jul 3, 2026

Are Restrictive Covenants Making Kerikeri Land Harder to Sell?

Kerikeri currently has an oversupply of residential sections. Buyers have more choice than they have enjoyed for several years, which means every subdivision is competing for attention. While price a

Jun 29, 2026

The Price That Cost John Three Months

When John and Sue decided it was time to sell their Kerikeri home, they were excited. They had poured years of hard work into the property. The gardens were established, the home had been beautifully

Jun 25, 2026

Market Update June 2026

The New Zealand property market continues to tread a careful path through 2026. While lower interest rates have improved affordability compared with the highs of recent years, confidence remains fragi

Jun 25, 2026

Accurate Property Pricing in a Buyer’s Market

One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is: “What should we list our property for?” While that sounds like a simple question, the answer is often the single biggest factor influ