If I was a seller, what would I do?
We all understand the market has changed. Prices have moved and buyers are harder to come by. Even still, prices are historically high compared to 3-5 years ago, meaning there is still an opportunity for
We all understand the market has changed. Prices have moved and buyers are harder to come by. Even still, prices are historically high compared to 3-5 years ago, meaning there is still an opportunity for
One of the biggest challenges of the home buying process is deciding exactly which home you want to buy. In an established location with older housing, properties can vary massively, introducing variables into your search
Buying tip: When property investors start entering the market, that’s the time to buy. Right now, we are seeing a flurry of activity from property investors, while owner-occupier buyers have all but disappeared. What’s going
Who would want to invite a low offer on their home? What a crazy idea. In this article, I’m going to explain why you should welcome low offers on your home and how they can
No one goes on the market for fun. When you put your property up for sale you want to see a result. As good a price as possible, in a reasonable period of time. It’s
The hardest part of selling a property is getting it ready to sell. If you can nail the preparation, the marketing should take care of itself (as long as you choose the right salesperson). In this guide,
You will often hear the media talk about buyer’s markets and seller’s markets, which begs the question – what do these terms mean? In the real estate world, a buyers market describes a situation where
Hayley Olliver’s eyes light up as she recounts favourite childhood memories of wandering wide-eyed around New Plymouth’s famed TSB Festival of Lights at the city’s iconic Pukekura Park. And it’s with the same enthusiasm that
There is an innate desire in all of us to ‘do it ourselves’. To complete a job that needs doing without requiring any paid help, if at all possible. Nowhere is this more prevalent than around
Maximise your sale price. Leave nothing to chance. 12 months out from going on the market Decide if any pre-sale reno’s require consent. Consult with a draughtsperson to start the process (they can draw up
Daniel Fleming’s enthusiasm is palpable. There’s pride for the world-class accommodation, hospitality, retail and arts precinct that has been created at the western edge of New Plymouth’s CBD, and excitement for the growth and development
While January figures usually reflect the holiday slow down, the data suggest compounding factors are influencing a decrease in sales activity and easing of price growth nationwide, according to the latest data and insights from
In the property world, online valuation websites have been a game-changer for information-starved buyers and sellers. But while these sites contain lots of useful property info, their estimates are still just one piece of the
One thing stronger than our fear of missing out is our fear of making a bad decision. Have you ever experienced paralysis by analysis over something as simple as buying a vacuum cleaner? Or a
The aromatic scent of exotic flavours drifts across the air, while not far away a group of women draped in beautiful, brightly coloured traditional dress captivates the crowd with a mesmerising dance. It’s a celebration
In this article, we’ll show you how to evaluate the potential benefit of renovating your rental property. You’ll see that simple improvements can often generate a solid return on investment (ROI). How to work out
Buying a home is a monumental step in anyone’s life. It’s an emotionally charged process and with all the pressure and expectation involved, it can be a challenge to think clearly and make sound decisions.
Many of us have fallen in love with working from home over the last few years: the 5-second commute, attending ‘meetings’ in your track pants, no one stealing your snacks from the office fridge. The
Zizz. It’s a word pioneer filmmaker, sculptor, painter and poet Len Lye used to describe the key mix of energy, ideas, creativity and bravery that make a piece of art ‘pop’. Zizz oozes from Lye’s
If you are reading this then you might have just been through one of life’s most emotional transitions: A death in the family. And now, you need to deal with one of life’s most stressful
“We’re on mountain time up here – we’re about an hour behind the rest of the world.” And with those words, Peter Mischefski lets his visitors know they’re in for a unique experience at Ngāti
Are we switching from a hot, seller’s market to a more balanced market? In some centres around the country, we’re starting to hear of open homes getting a little bit quieter and fewer offers being
The journey of buying a home often begins in an unfamiliar location. This could come about if you are constrained by budget, moving to a new area for a job, trying to stay close to
Welcome to that time of year when it feels like everyone is in a rush. It’s all systems go as we race to get everything sorted before the end of the year. It is normal
Many of us dream of moving to another home one day. But often, when we start thinking of the practical implications of getting ready to move, the obstacles start mounting and the dream of a
Shelter. Aside from air and water, it’s the most important human need. Where would we be without a place to call home? Whether it’s an apartment, a townhouse, a quarter-acre block, a minivan or a
For a few magic days each February, red, white and blue drapes the region, the smell of motor oil and car polish hangs in the air, and the roads rumble with the purr of hundreds
Most owners understand that presentation can have a big influence on their final sale price. When it comes to optimising that presentation aspect, owners naturally jump to the spaces where they spend the most time,
There’s an old adage in real estate that goes: “It’s not the house that increases in value, it’s the land beneath it…” Meaning, the land is the scarce resource that actually represents the majority of
One of the first questions we get asked by owners who are thinking of selling is: Do we need to renovate before we sell? Smart owners realise that presentation has a big impact on the
Based on Taranaki’s median sale price, traditional real estate agents charge around $26,725. It comes as no surprise that sellers are unhappy paying such high commissions, and we agree it’s unnecessary. Arizto found flaws in the way traditional real estate is performed and created a better solution for Kiwis. Get started by requesting a free appraisal to find out how much your New Plymouth property is worth.
