Just two years after launching into the residential sales market in the Bay of Plenty, Barfoot & Thompson is entering its next stage of growth and will soon be adding to the region’s branch leadership team.
After a turbulent few years, New Zealand’s housing market is showing signs of recalibration. Read more from Tony Alexander, guest columnist for Barfoot & Thompson.
Proud to announce a new partnership with the Halberg Foundation, supporting their important work in ensuring young people with physical disabilities can experience the joy of sport and recreation.
For the fifth straight year, the rate of increase in residential rents nationally will be less than the rate of inflation. Read more from Peter Thompson, Managing Director.
In a market going through such a state of change, astute vendors are those who price their property ‘at the current market value’ when listing. Read more from Peter Thompson, Managing Director.
The REINZ Awards for Excellence 2025, held in Auckland, brought together the very best real estate professionals and agencies from across New Zealand. Barfoot & Thompson was proud to be among those honoured on the night.
The 1 July Healthy Homes compliance deadline has officially passed, marking a key milestone for landlords across the country. However, while the boxes might be ticked, the work doesn’t stop there.
Across Auckland, Northland and the Bay of Plenty, our property managers see the same patterns arising again and again: the difference between a property that sits empty and one that stays tenanted comes down to getting the basics right.
Theory has it that lowering interest rates will produce a good lift in the housing market and for a while in the second half of 2024 we did see increasing prices through most of the country including a 4% rise in Auckland, 3.3% in Northland, and 2.2% in Bay of Plenty.
In terms of its impact on Auckland housing, the City Rail Link (CRL) will potentially turn out to be as big a game changer as the Harbour Bridge and the Southern, Northern and Western motorways.
For once, Auckland’s latest house capital valuations (CVs) should be viewed as what they are intended to be – a means of bringing a degree of equity to the rating system.
Auckland’s updated CVs recently hit letterboxes, but before you start rethinking your property’s worth or your selling plans, it’s important to remember this: CVs are a snapshot from the past, not a reflection of what your home is worth today.
Barfoot & Thompson has once again demonstrated its excellence in the real estate industry by securing four prestigious Five-Star Awards at the 2025-2026 Asia Pacific International Property Awards.
A touch of magic transformed the Viaduct Events Centre this past Saturday, 10th May, as Barfoot & Thompson hosted their annual awards evening under the theme of 'Enchanted Forest'. In front of almost 700 guests, the night was a spectacular celebration of the company's top performers and their remarkable achievements over the last year.
If you’re renting in Auckland, you’ve probably noticed the market is shifting. More listings are popping up, it’s taking longer for some properties to be snapped up, and rents aren’t climbing quite as fast as they were a year ago.
2025 has already brought some important changes for renters - from new protections around family violence to clearer rules about smoking inside rental properties.
2025 has already brought some important changes for renters - from new protections around family violence to clearer rules about smoking inside rental properties.
A number of tenancy law changes have already come into effect this year, modernising how notices and documents are served, clarifying smoking rules and introducing new protections for tenants affected by family violence.
When severe weather strikes, whether it’s a flood, a storm or a lightning strike - a little preparation tends to go a long way. Recent events like the January flooding in 2024 and Cyclone Gabrielle have shown how quickly conditions can change - and why being ready isn’t just sensible, it’s smart asset management.
After a few cautious years, Auckland’s property market is starting to show signs of recovery - and for investors, that means opportunity. Recent data suggests we’ve moved past the ‘mini downturn’ of 2024, with steady growth returning in some parts of the city.
When Barfoot & Thompson’s Gillian welcomed her son Sam into the world, she never imagined how quickly things would change. Sam was born with an undiagnosed heart condition and was transferred to Starship Hospital the day of his birth.
Our Pukekohe, Pokeno and Tuakau branches were proud to recently present well-deserving charities, groups and organisations with donations to conclude their ‘We’re Giving Back’ campaign.
Ponsonby is renowned for its lovingly restored buildings and impressive villa renovations, and now our Ponsonby office has had a transformation of its own.
Time teaching in the classrooms of One Tree Hill College has led to a rewarding opportunity to combine two of Melody Lowe's lifelong passions: education and real estate.
As your property managers, we stay on top of all legislative changes so you don’t have to - but as a property owner, it’s important to be aware of what’s ahead. Here’s a quick update on key tenancy and tax changes taking effect this year. For a more detailed breakdown, visit the official Tenancy
The Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill has officially become law, bringing changes that impact renters and landlords across New Zealand. Here’s what you need to know.
Using industry and government data, Graham Squires makes some useful commentary on how this contextualises in the wider macroeconomic environment and property ecosystem.
With the latest tenancy law changes bringing more stability for renters, now is a great time to think about how to make your rental feel like home - and your outdoor space is a perfect place to start.
