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How long are houses owned before they are sold? - 5 March 2010
It is often said that properties are sold on average every seven years. Is that true?
Residential sales turnover - 5 February 2010
Where have the sales been happening? We have looked at sales turnover across the country.
Selling a property - be informed - 5 February 2010
No matter your reason for choosing to sell you’re bound to have lots of questions. Here’s a guide to help you answer some of these questions and looks at how you are protected and what independent information is available to you.
Buying a property – be informed - 11 January 2010
If you are thinking of buying a property, what information do you need? What can you expect from real estate agents based on REAA’s new rules for client care? Find out how you are protected and what independent information is available to you.
Where is the property value growth coming from? - 7 December 2009
House prices have been rising steadily since earlier this year. We look at some of the major cities to see how house prices have changed in recent months from the top end of the market through to the bottom end, and so uncover what’s driving values up.
Real Estate Agents Authority provides greater protection for consumers - 7 December 2009
Consumers can now have greater confidence in the real estate industry with the Real Estate Agents Authority opening for business late last month. Find out how you can benefit from these changes.
Differences in house price changes between Urban, Provincial and Rural areas - 9 November 2009
The latest QV property statistics show that house values for all New Zealand have recovered from the low of early this year. But not all parts of the country are behaving the same way.
Not all values are created equal - 9 November 2009
The confusion surrounding the seemingly endless array of property valuation types is not surprising. We discuss the purpose and differences of three main types of valuation in New Zealand.
Understanding your Rating Value - 4 September 2009
The calculation of Rating Values and how they impact on the rates is a complex process which can vary between Councils. Here we will attempt to shed some light on Rating Values.
Attractions and pitfalls of property investment - 4 September 2009
Investing in property is different from buying your own home. Find out about the attractions and pitfals of property investment.
The changing New Zealand property market - 7 August 2009
Differences in the way the market behaves from one end of the value range to the other.
Back to Buying Basics - 7 August 2009
Regardless of where we are in the residential property market cycle, there will always be opportunities to buy. Whether you are looking to take your first steps in the property market, or are a seasoned investor, it is always good just to get back to basics.
What makes up the value of a property - 6 July 2009
Where’s the value in your home, and what should you be looking for when buying?
Check the Title before buying - 8 May 2009
When buying a property it is important to check for any restrictions that apply to the property that might prevent you from enjoying the use of the land, such as covenants and easements. Here are a few reasons why checking the Title is important when making a property decision.
Positive cash flow properties - Now is a good time for investors - 8 May 2009
The current conditions are creating a market where positive cash flow properties are now becoming more common. Property values have fallen in many regions while at the same time some areas are showing increased rental rates and interest rates are falling. The combined effect is that rental yields are trending upwards.
Many ways to search for a property on qv.co.nz - 8 April 2009
There are many ways to search for the 2 million properties available on qv.co.nz. Here’s a few simple tips that should help you find the property you are after with our simple address search or using one of our other easy search options.
How to determine the current value of a property - 9 March 2009
Whether you are buying, selling, or just interested in the value of your own home, how do you determine how much the property is currently worth?
Demystifying rating valuations - 11 February 2009
Why have some Rating Values increased in a declining market?