2022

Happy holidays, from all four corners of the globe

06 December 2022

Christmas is a popular date on the Kiwi calendar, but with a diverse workforce, there's plenty more holidays to celebrate. We talk to a few of our expat colleagues, to find out what their favourite ‘back home’ festivities are, and what the upcoming holiday season has in store.

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The difference a professional Property Manager can make

08 November 2022

If you own a rental property, you've probably considered whether to employ a Property Manager or not. We've chatted to the professionals to learn how Property Manager's can add value and help you stay up to date with the latest regulations.

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Interest rates and real estate sales

03 October 2022

Tony Alexander provides a look into the future regarding changing mortgage interest rates and real estate sales, while also discussing why the current mortgage interest rates haven't led to a housing and economic slump.

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Young buyers returning

03 October 2022

The presence of first home buyers has been the most significant change in the Auckland residential real estate market over the past month. Tony Alexander explores the factors leading to this, as well as if it will be sustainable going forward.

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Celebrating Father’s Day at Barfoot & Thompson.

04 September 2022

This year at Barfoot & Thompson, we asked a few of our team members what they love most about being a dad, and how it has influenced or changed them. Here is what they said.

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Preparing your property for a Springtime sale

01 September 2022

Spring is a great time of year to sell a property. If you're looking to put your home on the market right now, here are our top tips for a successful sale.

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Factors behind the house price reset

04 July 2022

Local economist, Tony Alexander, discusses the key factors involved in the present house price reset and why property prices will never return to their desirable pre-1980s state.

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Progress of the housing cycle

04 July 2022

With monetary policy tightening at three times the speed of the last tightening cycle, it is increasingly likely mortgage rates have hit their peak and we will see long term rates falling by the end of the year. Tony Alexander explains.

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3 ways to make your rental feel more like home

01 July 2022

If your planning to settle in to your rental for the long term, here's our top tips on how to make it feel more like home - without breaking the bank!

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Is your rental investment returning what it should?

01 July 2022

Are you looking to buy an investment property, planning to rent out the family home or grow your property portfolio? Learn how to maximise your property’s rental yield with these handy tips.

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As good a time as any to buy or sell

29 June 2022

If you're buying a house that will become your home, you are likely to own it for 7 or 8 years. Within that timeframe the market will go through several cycles, and time will ultimately take care of the price.

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Slowing growth not like the past

01 June 2022

Although the Treasury and the Reserve Bank see economic growth continuing for the next few years, Tony Alexander assesses what a recession could look like for the vast majority of businesses and people—and it's not like the past.

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Progress of the housing cycle

01 June 2022

Tony Alexander reviews the number of factors that are contributing to house prices correcting downward and offers his outlook on the next few years.

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Barfoot & Thompson Makes Strategic Investment In Hamilton Real Estate

31 May 2022

We’re delighted to announce that we have secured a 50% shareholding in Hamilton’s leading real estate company, Lodge Real Estate Limited, as part of our strategic vision, to have a greater profile in the ‘Golden Triangle’ of Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton.

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Following in mum's footsteps. A message for Mother's Day.

04 May 2022

This Mother’s Day we celebrate our mother-child teams here at Barfoot & Thompson, and sit down with both generations to hear how they enriched their relationship by turning their career into a family affair.

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Recent house price movements

03 May 2022

Tony Alexander reviews the movements in house prices nationwide, in particularly how Auckland and Wellington are expected to shape up.

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Migration losses

03 May 2022

The latest Statistics NZ data has been released surrounding long-term migration flows for the NZ economy. Tony Alexander highlights the important issues that come with net migration losses beyond the numbers.

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Impact of the cycle turning

03 May 2022

As we enter a downward trend in the real estate sector cycle, Tony Alexander evaluates how property developers, investors and real estate agents may be impacted if they have only experienced the market while it's hot.

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Nine steps to buying your first home

19 April 2022

Buying a house for the very first time may have you feeling a little stressed or nervous. If you're about to take that step onto the property ladder, do your home work and planning first to help you move ahead with confidence. We’ve put together the following steps to help you on your way.

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East Auckland

19 April 2022

Bringing you the best of East Auckland

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Time to check for tricky trees!

08 April 2022

With the wild weather of Winter on its way, now is the perfect time to check for any potentially hazardous trees on your rental property, and sort them out before they become a problem. Question is, do you need to hire a professional arborist, or is it a quick DIY? We’ve created a ‘tricky tree’ checklist to help you make the right call.

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Remuera History

05 April 2022

Remuera, a suburb rich in history

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Remuera, a suburb in the spotlight

05 April 2022

They say if you really want to get to know an area, talk to someone who lives there.

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Causes of higher house prices since 1992

04 April 2022

Tony Alexander shares what factors have caused the increase in house prices over the past 30 years and which ones are beginning to take a turn.

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Auckland prices not down 18%

04 April 2022

Auckland house prices have reported a decline in 2022, but the rate at which they're declining depends on what price you choose to measure. Tony Alexander explains.

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