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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
Jul 24, 2024
Winds Of Change
Some of the forces that have created headwinds for our property market are starting to turn. Interest rates seem to have peaked, and banks are announcing lower fixed term rates. This, because of infla
May 29, 2024
May Residential/Lifestyle Market Report
April marked another great sales month for our team with 9 unconditional sales bringing our total number of residential sales in Kerikeri to 26 for the year. This emphasizes our view that well-present
May 29, 2024
Good News For Investors
On July 1st 2024 the rules affecting the Brightline Test are changing. Currently vendors who sell their properties that are not their main residence within 10 years of initial purchase are liable to p
May 29, 2024
Where To From Here?
2024 continues to amble along into the second quarter. Sales in 2023 were at the lowest dollar value since 2015. Prospects for this year and into 2025 are improving as interest rates stabilise and
Apr 9, 2024
Best Time To Buy
More houses for sale, the prospect of lower interest rates, and the likelihood of improved capital gain make this the optimal time to buy a home in Kerikeri. The Kerikeri market is experiencing a u