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29/05/2026

The long weekend is almost here 👑

Wishing you and your family a safe and relaxing King’s Birthday weekend. Whether you’re heading away or enjoying some downtime at home, I hope it’s a good one.

15/05/2026

📍 April 2026 Market Update

Despite a dip in April sales activity, most regions remained relatively steady with broader market conditions largely unchanged. Overall, the number of sales remains close to the long-term April average, highlighting that this year’s softer headline result still sits comfortably within the market’s historical range, says the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ)

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24/04/2026

Today we remember the service and sacrifice of those who came before us. Lest we forget.

24/04/2026

Proud to be here still too.

17/04/2026

📍 March 2026 Market Update

New Zealand’s housing market remained resilient through March, with buyers continuing to transact despite the onset of the Iran conflict and a sharp rise in petrol prices, says the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) in its Property Report for March 2026.

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17/03/2026

📍 February 2026 Market Update

February’s housing market shows patience on both sides, with selective buyers and sellers prepared to wait for the right price says The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ).

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16/03/2026

Happy St Patrick’s Day 🍀

If you are ready to find your own pot of gold this year, let’s make it happen. 🏡

11/03/2026

🏘️ House hunting can get emotional fast.
The view, the kitchen, the staging. It is easy to fall in love with a home that does not actually fit your long-term needs.

Before making an offer, it helps to get clear on your true non-negotiables.

If you are starting your home search, this is a great place to begin.

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Buying a home in New Zealand? Discover 10 essential questions to identify your true non-negotiables before making an offer. Make smarter property decisions with confidence.

04/03/2026

🏘️ Buyers often focus on the obvious features like layout, kitchen style or street appeal. But the questions that really matter are the ones people forget to ask, like ongoing costs, maintenance, noise and future resale potential.

If you are starting your home search, this is a great checklist to keep in mind. For tailored advice and support through the process, get in touch anytime.

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Buying a home? Discover 8 important questions homeowners wish they’d asked before purchasing. Avoid costly surprises and make a confident property decision.

19/02/2026

The Reserve Bank has held the Official Cash Rate steady, giving borrowers some welcome certainty for now.

With no immediate hikes expected, this pause could help maintain buyer confidence and keep the market moving at a measured pace.

Stability creates opportunity. If you are thinking about buying or selling this year and want to understand what this means for you, let’s have a chat. 📞