News and Insights
Keep up with the property market, interest rates, lending rules and other useful updates for anyone who wants to make smarter property and financial decisions.
Kicking off 2026 | January update
As we kick off the first Colab newsletter of the year, it feels like a good time to take stock of where things landed at the end of 2025 and what we’re seeing as we move into 2026.
October update | Finally signs of life in the housing market
It’s been encouraging to hear consistent feedback from builders this month that the market is showing signs of picking up. Confidence is slowly returning, and activity levels are also lifting.
July/August update | What buyers want, where the market’s moving, and what to expect next
Between winter chills, unexpected tsunami warnings, and banks being as slow as Auckland traffic on a wet Monday, it’s fair to say 2025 is keeping everyone on their toes. Fortunately, there’s plenty happening in the housing and finance world that’s a bit more predictable. Here’s the latest.
April 2025 update | OCR cut, lending shifts & fresh optimism in the market
Economists have responded positively to the recent OCR cut, with many now predicting deeper cuts ahead than originally forecast. Factors like easing inflation, a slowing global economy, and recent US trade tariff moves are all feeding into those expectations.