Archive for August, 2014

How will rising real estate prices affect my investment?

If you are thinking about investing in New Zealand real estate, make sure that you get advice from a trusted professional.

What are my obligations as a landlord?

When you decide to make a real estate investment, you also take on the responsibility of becoming a landlord.

How do you choose an investment property?

Choosing an investment property is a lot different than selecting a house to live in – and with your hard-earned dollars at stake, you want to make a wise decision.

Auckland rating valuations jump 33 per cent over 3 years

New property revaluation figures for Auckland show an average increase of 33 per cent over the three years from July 1, 2011 to 2014.

Creating a property investment plan

Buying your first investment property in New Zealand is a pretty big ordeal, so it’s understandable that you might feel a bit overwhelmed at first.

What are my responsibilities as a property investor?

Before you commit to your first real estate investment, it is important to have a good understanding of what your obligations will be.

Real estate is a long-term investment

When investing in real estate, a long-term approach is essential, especially as the market can fluctuate from month to month.

Market rent figures make interesting reading for investors

Updated rental figures can give investors an important insight into how much rental income they can expect to earn from their property.

NZ real estate market “in winter mode”

A dip in activity in the New Zealand real estate market is likely due to the cooler weather, as winter tends to be a slower season for buyers.

RBNZ delays asset class changes until December 2014

New Zealand real estate investors with five or more properties in their portfolio need to be aware of changing asset classes later this year.