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Feb 13, 2025
Deductible Property Maintenance
As property investors begin to enter the market again, it is timely to look at the deductibility rules on repairs to a property. The tax rules say that eligible repairs are deductible where there i
Feb 13, 2025
Market Update February 2025
In 2024, Kerikeri's housing market improved, with around 10% more homes selling compared to 2023. However, many homes are selling for less than their official value, and prices have dropped by about 1
Nov 25, 2024
November Commercial Commentary
Recent data from CoreLogic highlights the pressure being felt in the commercial and industrial sectors. Year end sales to June indicate $5.32 billion which appears significant but when compared to the
Nov 24, 2024
Market Update: November 2024
A lot of people are asking, “So, how’s the market doing?” Right now, things are slowly getting better, with more people looking to buy homes. There’s more interest than before, especially in big citi
Nov 24, 2024
Celebrating 20 Years With Real - Vince Buxton
This month, I celebrate over 20 years with REAL, and I’m incredibly grateful for the journey. I’m lucky to have a job that inspires me each day and allows me to connect with amazing people, ma
Oct 21, 2024
October Commercial Commentary
As we navigate the evolving landscape of the market, recent developments in the Official Cash Rate (OCR) have sparked renewed interest among businesses and property owners alike. Following two consecu
Oct 21, 2024
October Market Update
September was a very busy month for the REAL team. Highlights included negotiating over a dozen sale and purchase agreements, organizing and hosting the Hospice House Tour and attending the New Zealan
Sep 16, 2024
On The Up And Up...
Spring is here in more ways than one. The daffodils are blooming and there are signs that the Kerikeri property market is starting to warm up after a chilly, wintry couple of years. We are seeing an i