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Wednesday, 15 October 2025

Green home loans, sometimes called eco or sustainable home loans, allow homeowners to borrow money at very low interest rates to fund energy-efficient home upgrades and electric vehicles. Offered by major New Zealand banks as a mortgage top-up, these loans can be fixed at either 0% or 1% interest, making them one of the most cost-effective ways to improve your home and reduce long-term running costs.

Tuesday, 14 October 2025

New data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) show that sales counts increased nationwide, while national median prices eased slightly compared to September 2024.

Tuesday, 16 September 2025

New data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) show a modest year-on-year decline in the national median price, despite most regions experiencing year-on-year increases in median prices and values remaining steady as listing numbers rise.

Monday, 15 September 2025

One of the most common questions buyers ask is whether a 20 percent deposit is essential to purchase a home. While it is often described as the gold standard, the reality is more nuanced. Many New Zealanders buy property with less than 20 percent, provided they understand the trade-offs and plan carefully.

Friday, 15 August 2025

When buying your first home, the purchase price is only part of the equation. For many buyers, especially first home buyers, a property that needs work can be a powerful way to enter the market and build long-term wealth through what is often called sweat equity.