It’s that time of year again…the time for a blizzard of year-in-review posts. 2019 flew by here —we kept busy from January to December—and fortunately, our hard work paid off. My team and I were awarded: Sales Team, South Auckland...
Read MoreThe location of your investment plays and important role in the price you pay, the ROI and appreciation of the property. Varying from suburb to suburb, it is understandable that the more expensive suburbs yield a lower return on investment...
Read MoreMaintenance is an imperative concept to take into consideration when choosing an investment property to purchase. This includes the cladding type, roof type and age of the dwelling. Many people want to purchase brick and tile properties for the reason...
Read MoreInvestors constitute around 50% of general south all market. This episode looks into the return on investment (ROI) and maintenance. The main goal when calculating numbers on an investment property is to reach a ROI of 5% on residential property...
Read MoreOnce you list your property, there are a number of things that happen prior to your property going live on the market. At the time of listing, you agent will provide you with a current market appraisal and converse about...
Read MoreWith the busy spring market upon us, let’s take a look at why this season is often seen as the best time of year to sell a home. With a large percentage of the year’s sales occurring in just a...
Read MoreBarfoot & Thompson is New Zealand’s largest privately owned real estate company, still run by the Barfoot and Thompson families after 95 years. Across Auckland and Northland, we have over 75 branches, 1,700+ residential, rural and commercial salespeople, residential property...
Read MoreMany home sellers who have been on market for 4-5 weeks often find themselves being pounded with low-ball offers and pondering whether to begin negotiations or reject the offer flat-out. We are currently in buyers market where the vendors are...
Read MoreThere are many similarities between apartments and units and it is important to deconstruct the differences when determining which to purchase, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. Apartments Generally more modern and in a newer complex, possibly a high...
Read MoreLand banking is a sure way to secure your future with capital gains in this long term investment. There is plenty of change in the Auckland Council Unitary Plan which opens up an opportunity for capital gains in future urban...
Read MoreIf you’re looking at taking a step into the property market through a rental or property purchase, it is important to first look at your personal circumstances. If you are in a position where you have a property deposit and...
Read MoreHow to Make a Small Room Appear Larger I have many vendors come to me requesting help on marketing the small flexi-room in their property. There are many tips and tricks of the trade to help make a small room...
Read MoreEverybody has different priorities when it comes to choosing where they want to live. Standalone and terrace housing both have associated pros and cons to consider when choosing to purchase. The first thing to realise is that both standalone and...
Read MoreThis market can be started by celebrating the announcement by Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, that there will be no Capital Gains Tax (CGT) implemented nor will it be the centre point of the 2020 Election Campaign. We have a varied...
Read MoreThere are many pros and cons to appointing an agent on a sole exclusive or on a general agency and many factors to consider when making the decision. There are many misconceptions around choosing your agency, including thinking that...
Read MoreThere are many factors to consider when downsizing your home; the main one being the reasonings behind the move. Downsizing your home can be a great move financially and mentally with lower utility bills and less space for clutter. We’ve...
Read MoreThere are many websites that give an indication of the current value of a home based on publicly accessible data. These ranges are based off comparable sales within a fixed radius with similar details including floor and land areas, CV,...
Read MoreThere are a lot of people looking to upgrade their home at present - whether they have a growing family or just a larger budget and now is a great time to buy! There are many new or near-new homes...
Read More1. What does "bright-line rule" mean? A bright-line rule is a clearly defined rule that leaves no room for interpretation. You can think of it as someone drawing a line in the sand. It’s clear when you cross that line....
Read MoreThe abundance of new and large homes flushing into the market make upgrading your current home seem very attractive paired with competitive interest rates. There are many things to consider before upgrading your home and some top tips to help...
Read MoreThe market is beginning to heat up again as we head into February. Following the chronicle pattern, the market quietened down over Christmas period and January where many are away on holiday including solicitors and some brokers. The busiest season...
Read MoreAnti-Money Laundering (AML) Act As of January 1 2019, all real estate transactions need to comply with the new AML Act. This results in a few more steps in the listing and selling processes of a property. This legislation requires...
Read MorePredictions for the 2019 Property Market Happy New Year! Wishing you all the best for 2019. We have a super exciting year ahead of us for real estate. What is in store for us? The real estate marketing in 2018...
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again...the time for a blizzard of year-in-review posts. 2018 flew by here —we kept busy from January to December—and fortunately, our hard work paid off. I was awarded: #9 Individual Salesperson, South Auckland Region, 2018...
Read MoreRemember to schedule your property settlements in accordance with the solicitors working dates. Law firms are generally closed from end of day Friday 21st December and many don't return until Monday 14th January. Some firms open Monday 7th January but...
Read MoreThere is much debate around the best time to sell your property. Tradition talks that the best time of the year to sell is in Spring where there is an influx of new listings to the market however there are...
Read MoreMarketing your property is all about meeting the right people at the right time. Digital marketing is emphasised in the real estate industry and offers constant access with better exposure. Studies show that 92% of consumers looking to buy or...
Read MoreBuying home and land packages are a great way to purchase tomorrow’s product at today’s prices! Check out my top tips on what to consider when buying off the plans. I have 8 great home and land packages to purchase...
Read MoreStay silent on the price. The point of an auction is to invite buyers to pay what they feel a property is worth. Telling people of your expectation kills the purpose of an auction. Short campaign - good buyers hate...
Read MoreWith the selling season heating up in Spring, many vendors begin to ask the question whether to put their property under the hammer in-room or on-site? I have compiled a short list of both advantages and disadvantages to both in-room...
Read MoreHappy Spring! As the weather is picking up, we can see as does the property stock. We had a great start to October over the past three weeks. In the last three weeks we sold four properties under the hammer- 22 Ihaka...
Read MoreThe age-old question lies of whether to market your property vacant or tenanted. There are a number of advantages and disadvantages to both situations and it is best to evaluate each scenario individually to gauge the best outcome. I have...
Read MoreChoosing an agent is considered one of the most important factors in selling and purchasing a property. It can be tough to find the right person for the job therefore I have put together a list to help you choose...
Read MoreMethods of Sale When it comes to selling a house there are quite a few things to get your head around. One of them is the types of agencies available. Sole agency / listing exclusively If you have a sole...
Read MoreSpruce up the front - first impressions stick. It is unlikely buyers will enter an open home if they drive-by and the property looks run down. Lather a coat of paint on the front door, add a pot plant or...
Read MoreDeclutter and clean - this is likely to cost you nothing and add thousands to the price of your home. Removing all personal possessions such as photos and trinkets not only help the buyer envision themselves living there, it also makes...
Read MoreYour time to sell is when you see your neighbour receive an amazing result for their property Review stock levels. It is your time to hit the market when stock levels are low for properties similar to yours in terms...
Read MoreWith Father’s Day this Sunday, I know many who leave gifts to the last minute! This is a special day to show Dad how thoughtful and appreciative you are. If your Dad is difficult to buy for (like mine!) then...
Read MoreThe last couple months have been great in the Papatoetoe real estate market. Properties located both within and outer of the golden circle of Papatoetoe, have yielded great results with capital gain. For example, 17 Weston Ave, located on a 928m2 freehold...
Read MoreThe onset of winter has brought the property market some changing trends. We are experiencing a larger pool of first home buyer than investors, predominantly with a 85% to 90% loan to value ratio (LVR). Most of the properties are...
Read MoreBusiest season of the year. With March kicking in the market is going thru what are referred to as the busiest months for Real Estate. But what do the facts say. At 665, sales numbers were up 12.1 percent on...
Read MoreThe New CVs came out in the last quarter which changed the perception many people had about there property. The common Myth was based on the stats from the CVs increase in 2014, when the property prices shot up as...
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