Through lockdown I thought things would be quiet for a while once the country opened up again. Boy, was I wrong! I have been very busy helping lots of new investors find some great properties. In essence, property is very…
If you are, it’s a big decision and there’s no need to go it alone, especially if there are things you aren’t sure about. Buying property is, for most people, their biggest transaction, so having experience alongside you can…
The traditional Kiwi dream has been to own a house in the suburbs on a quarter-acre section. Owning a three-bedroom home with plenty of garden, preferably on a flat piece of land, was what many people aspired to. But finding…
If you want to successfully invest in property, your decisions should never be spur of the moment or driven by emotion. If you operate this way, when the excitement of a new acquisition fades, you may realise your decisions were…
In spite of the coronavirus pandemic, demand for property in New Zealand is still high. Buyers are keen, competitive and mostly well-informed. Because vendors know this, you can be fairly certain that properties being offered at bargain prices will…
It doesn’t matter how well you plan or how good your investment strategy is, there will be a curveball at some point. Unfortunately, there’s often little you can do except stick to your plan as well as you can. Long-term…
Like anyone interested in the economy, I’ve observed that investment markets go through cycles of highs and lows. A bull market is a market on the rise, usually when the economy is in good heart, while a bear market exists…
Where to buy property to invest in is a big decision – and location is key to your property’s performance. It’s not a decision you want to rush into; it requires careful consideration. It’s easy to understand why our bigger…
Developing and selling property is a competitive business, so be careful who you listen to. Not everyone is looking out for your best interests. People in the business of marketing and selling property can be very persuasive…
When investing in property, much of your ‘homework’ is crunching numbers, such as: ❓ How does the valuation compare to similar properties? ❓ Can you comfortably finance the mortgage? ❓ What are the mortgage rates? ❓ What rent can you charge? ❓ Potential…