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If you’re reading this, well done on taking your first step into pursuing a strategic first home purchase!

Rental yield is one of the simplest and most important measures of a property’s performance - and now you can calculate it in seconds.

See exactly how much your loan will cost you using our mortgage repayment calculator.

Invest with confidence using our property investment returns calculator to see how your next property will perform.

Foreign Buyers Can Now Purchase NZ Property, well, kind of.

OCR Cut Incoming: Who Wins, Who Loses, and What You Should Do

In this property investment case study, we'll see what Mark & Leanee did to go from a projected $31k retirement income to setting themselves up for a plan that will earn them $150k per year.

Te Kaha stadium is one of the most significant infrastructure projects Christchurch has seen in decades - yet not enough people are talking about it.

In this property investment case study, we'll see how Emma and Josh closed a $3.4m retirement gap through a smart strategy.

Giving you exclusive insights into the New Zealand property market and keeping you updated with the latest in property investment concepts.

When you’re planning your next property purchase, the first question is simple - how much can you actually afford to invest? 

In years gone by, TC Ratings were important when assessing the risk of an investment. But now, things have changed.

Let’s look at the facts before jumping to conclusions.

Learn the basics of buying your first investment property.

Many investors focus too heavily on one or the other, often ruining the chance of buying a successful property investment.

The tax benefit of buying new instead of existing property is even bigger with higher interest rates.

There is data out there that indicates when a "good time to invest" is

The strength of the market can determine how good your investment is.

Have you ever played the game 'Monopoly'?

How do we actually know what a "good" price is?

What is the greatest factor that leads to a successful investment?

For most people, the ultimate reason for saving is simple: to prepare for a fruitful retirement. But as you might imagine, this is easier said than done.

You should always rely on evidence-based research to answer all the questions you have.

Where Does Your Deposit Actually Go When You Buy Off the Plans?

Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing - Warren Buffett.

The OCR affects all New Zealanders, including property investors.

There are two types of assets, ones that appreciate in value, and ones that depreciate in value.

When you sell a property, you will need to decide between a sole & general agency if you work with a real estate agent.

Interest rates are a hot topic right now and for good reason. With rising costs, comes rising risk of defaults...

Investing in an off-the-plan development that is 12-18 months away from completion can be daunting, but there is money to be made.

Don't underestimate the power of a good floor plan when you're trying to rent out your investment property.

Any investment carries risk, but there are strategies property investors use to reduce their risk exposure.

The best investment is the one you can get finance for. Do you know your budget?

Deciding on a suitable investment plan is hard enough, so here are 7 reasons why property investment just makes sense.

Waiting until the bottom of the market might actually be losing you money.

Property investment has many benefits, but perhaps the biggest of them all is the ability to leverage your money.

The allure of familiarity can be strong, but is it always the best option?

Buying off-the-plan is a great way to make money early, but you need to know how you're protected when buying off-the-plan.

Property can cost money to own, but what else could you do with that money?

Buying off the plans requires patience, but when exactly can you expect to see the property you bought?

When you find the property you want, it's time to secure it.

Cheap properties don't always make the best investment. Choose wisely.

New builds are talked about a lot at the moment. How do they stack up against an existing house?

Having your own home debt-free is difficult. Find a strategy to make it easier.

Developers are giving incentives to get deals across the line, but some offers are better than others.

For many, inflation is something that they have heard of but probably don't truly understand how it impacts their investments.

Property price growth isn't linear, so having an effective investment strategy to smooth out your returns and reduce your risk is important.

With the rapid rise in property prices in 2021 and the subsequent interest rate hikes in 2022, it’s easy to understand why people are questioning whether property investment is still worth it.

Breaking down the real numbers behind property deposit requirements and how they affect you as an investor.

Set yourself up for retirement by understanding what you need to achieve your goals.