top of page
Market Update 16 Sep 2025: Why NZ's "Comatose" Housing Market Is Getting Ready For Its Next Growth Cycle
The New Zealand housing market continues to tread water through 2025, with Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold describing it as “comatose” - a flatline in nominal prices and a slow burn for most investors.
Market Update 9 Sep 2025: Christchurch Leads NZ In Value Growth
Christchurch has officially claimed the top spot as New Zealand’s fastest-growing property market.
Property Investment Returns Calculator - Work Out Your Cashflow and Equity Gains
Invest with confidence using our property investment returns calculator to see how your next property will perform.
Market Update 12 Aug 2025: Smaller Homes, Bigger Costs - What It Means for Property Investors in 2025
Giving you exclusive insights into the New Zealand property market and keeping you updated with the latest in property investment concepts.
The Balancing Act - Capital Gain vs Yield. The Secret to Successful Property Investment
Many investors focus too heavily on one or the other, often ruining the chance of buying a successful property investment.
Save Cash By Investing In The Right Property: Why Investors Are Turning to Newbuild Properties
The tax benefit of buying new instead of existing property is even bigger with higher interest rates.
The Best Time to Buy Property In New Zealand
There is data out there that indicates when a "good time to invest" is
Picking The Strength of The Market: How to Tell if the Property Market is Hot or Cold
The strength of the market can determine how good your investment is.
The Economics of Competition: How It Shapes Property Investment in New Zealand
Have you ever played the game 'Monopoly'?
The Key to Property Investment Success
What is the greatest factor that leads to a successful investment?
How To Spot a Soft Market (And Why It's The Best Time To Buy)
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
Where Does Your Deposit Actually Go When You Buy Off the Plans?
Why You're Susceptible To Losing Money. The Winning & Losing Mindset When Investing
Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing - Warren Buffett.
A Guide to Real Estate Agency Agreements in New Zealand: Sole vs General Agency
When you sell a property, you will need to decide between a sole & general agency if you work with a real estate agent.
Do You Know What Your Budget Is?
The best investment is the one you can get finance for. Do you know your budget?
Waiting to Invest Could be Killing Your Buying Power
Waiting until the bottom of the market might actually be losing you money.
The Power of Leverage
Property investment has many benefits, but perhaps the biggest of them all is the ability to leverage your money.
What Happens If My Property Doesn't Get Built? Learn How You're Protected When Buying Off-The-Plan
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.
When Will My Property Be Finished? What Off-the-Plan Property Investors Need to Know
Buying off the plans requires patience, but when exactly can you expect to see the property you bought?
Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster Using Investment Properties
Having your own home debt-free is difficult. Find a strategy to make it easier.
At Thrive we take a strategic approach to evidence-based property investment. With a view to helping you build wealth using our expert knowledge and market research to structure your portfolio in a way that gives you a superior outcome than merely buying and holding a few houses.
bottom of page