New Zealand housing market: Stable for now
New Zealand housing market stabilises as interest rate cuts bring balance. After volatility, median house prices have remained between $750,000-$801,000 for two years, currently at $790,000.
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Resort-style living in your own private abode
A beachfront property in Mount Manganui has been completely transformed, from a 1970s two-level villa to a contemporary, resort-style abode, and will head to auction next month.
New Zealand construction activity declines as crane numbers hit nine-year low
NZ construction faces challenges with crane numbers at lowest since 2016. RLB Crane Index shows 15.3% decline since last quarter, with only 105 cranes now visible nationwide, down from 124 in Q3 2024.
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Property market buoyed by further rate cut
Mortgage holders and prospective buyers will find further relief in the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s decision to cut the official cash rate (OCR) by another 25bps, to 3.5 per cent, today.
Ray White and Canva cement partnership
In a game-changing partnership, Ray White has extended its contract with visual communication platform Canva for another two years, with 12 months still left on the contract.
Auctions show no signs of slowing in Easter lead up
Ray White New Zealand’s auctions show no sign of slowing down in the lead up to Easter, with the group scheduling 212 properties to go under the hammer last week.
Mt Eden auctions see flurry of activity
Ray White Mt Eden sold more than $13 million in property at their in-room auctions yesterday, with nine properties going under the hammer.
Auction metrics show signs of confidence
Ray White New Zealand scheduled 212 properties to go under the hammer last week, recorded a clearance rate of 53.4 per cent, up 4.12 per cent year-on-year.
Ray White helps to raise $400,000 for RMHC® during House to House
Ray White New Zealand members spent the month of March helping Ronald McDonald House Charities raise more than $400,000 during their House to House campaign.
Sellers hit 2025 hard, with new listings at levels not seen in a decade
Kickstart 2025 with These Real Estate Market Insights
As we step into 2025, the real estate market presents exciting opportunities and challenges. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply staying informed, understanding key trends can help you make better decisions this year. Here’s a look at what’s shaping the property market in 2025 and how you can stay ahead. … Read more
Rate cut welcome news for property market
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has announced a 0.5 per cent rate cut, which is set to instil further confidence in the property market as we head into 2025. Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee said this third cut was good news for the real estate sector and the … Read more
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Auction volumes remain high as November begins
Auction volumes remain high as we enter November, with Ray White New Zealand scheduling 220 properties to go under the hammer last week, up 14 per cent year-on year. The group saw an average of two registered bidders and 1.7 active bidders per auction, recording a clearance rate of 57.5 … Read more
Auction volumes remain high as November begins
Auction volumes remain high as we enter November, with Ray White New Zealand scheduling 220 properties to go under the hammer last week, up 14 per cent year-on year. The group saw an average of two registered bidders and 1.7 active bidders per auction, recording a clearance rate of 57.5 … Read more
How will the RBNZ’s rate cuts impact the home loans market?
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) reduced the official cash rate (OCR) by a combined 0.75 percentage points at its monetary policy meetings in August and October, with further cuts possible at its next meeting, in late November. This is likely to impact the market in three main ways. … Read more
Business Planning Day with Michael Sheargold
The Ray White Takanini & Karaka teams had an exciting day on 29 February as they were whisked away on a bus to attend their annual business planning day. Not only would they be participating in the planning session, but they would also have the opportunity to celebrate the achievements … Read more
Back to school: cyber security tips for parents
If you’re a parent or carer getting children back to school, it’s essential to recognise the role of technology in education and the potential risks it may pose to young users. Parental control apps can be valuable tools to help parents manage and monitor their children’s online activities. Here’s what … Read more
7 Keys to Unlock Your Dream Home
Dreaming of purchasing your dream home in 2025? This year, ditch the resolutions that wilt faster than a paper daisy and grab the keys to real estate victory with these 7 battle-tested tactics! Goal #1 – Clearly define your objective The initial step toward achieving a goal is to outline … Read more
