Overseas Investment Act Reforms What $5M+ Sellers and Overseas Buyers Need to Know Before Friday 6 March 2026. If you haven’t heard by now, allow me to share the news. Our dear Government has made a decision. Reforms to the Overseas Investment Act will come into effect on Friday 6 March 2026. As a real … Read more
How I Sold 3/18 Parr Terrace, Castor Bay in 89 Days (After It Sat on the Market Since May 2025) 3/18 Parr Terrace, Castor Bay is a tidy, sun-filled 2-bedroom unit. It is in one of the North Shore’s most in-demand school zones. Yet, it had been on the market since May 2025. If you’ve … Read more
Marketing Costs for Selling a Property in New Zealand – Why Smart Sellers Invest to Get a Premium Result Marketing costs for selling a property are one of the first questions homeowners ask when preparing to sell, and it’s a fair one. Should you spend money on marketing when your agent recommends it? The short … Read more
Properties Sold by Tender – A Complete Guide for Auckland Buyers and Sellers A method that continues to deliver strong outcomes for both buyers and sellers is properties sold by tender. The tender process can be complex on the surface. However, it’s actually a highly structured, private, and flexible way to buy and sell real … Read more
Why I Prefer Townhouses With Body Corporate Over Freehold – And Why You Should Too One of the biggest mistakes buyers (including first-home, second home, renovators, doer-uppers, and investors) make, is deciding to overlook townhouses with body corporate. Thinking that they will save money by buying a freehold townhouse. Boy have I got a few … Read more
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Browns Bay, Auckland If there was ever a reason to buy a home in Browns Bay, Auckland, I’ve got ten of them! Here are my Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Browns Bay, Auckland — brought to you by your favourite local real estate agent, … Read more
Deadline Sale in New Zealand: Let’s Make It Simple Quick Summary I’ve written this guide to explain how a deadline sale (deadline private treaty) works in New Zealand—what it is, why sellers choose it, and how the step-by-step process runs from marketing to offers, negotiation, deposits, and settlement. I outline key advantages and disadvantages, compare … Read more
What Does It Mean When an Auction is Brought Forward? Quick Summary This article explains what it means when an auction is brought forward in New Zealand real estate. It covers: Whether you’re selling or buying, you’ll learn how to stay prepared, avoid missing out, and make the most of a brought-forward auction. Written by: … Read more
Auction Houses Auckland: Complete Guide to Auction Process This article is your complete guide to auction houses Auckland, how the auction process works, and whether it’s the right method for selling your property. If you need a specific question answered regarding auctions, such as what happens when auctions are brought forward, then check out my … Read more
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Albany, Auckland If you’re searching for the top 10 reasons to buy a home in Albany, Auckland, you’re in the right place. Albany is located on Auckland’s North Shore, has become one of the most sought-after places to live. With a perfect blend of urban convenience and … Read more