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.
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.
September update | Economists call for RBNZ action as GDP slows
GDP slows and economists are calling for rate cuts but there is some good news for the property market. Lending rules are easing, interest rates are dropping, and first home buyers are stirring. Spring is bringing renewed activity, giving builders and buyers a reason to feel optimistic.
June 2025 Update | Why now might be the sweet spot for buyers – and a TurnKey Pro update
It’s been a pretty wet start to winter, but at least we’ve had some positive movement on the finance front. The Reserve Bank dropped the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by another 0.25%, cashback offers of up to 1% are still on the table, and conditions are good for buying property right now. 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.